Operations Technician

AgState; Emmetsburg (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Match or Defined Benefit Retirement Plan

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Career Growth and Development Opportunities

Paid Holidays

Generous Paid Time off Accrual

Job summary

AgState in Emmetsburg, Iowa, is seeking an Operations Technician to support agronomy and grain operations under the leadership of the Location Leader. This position offers a stable career in a team environment that values safety, customer service, and professional growth.

The ideal candidate will have a valid driver's license and experience with grain operations. Key responsibilities include managing grain conditions, operating equipment, and ensuring customer satisfaction. This role emphasizes safety and efficiency throughout the operations.

Qualifications

• Valid state motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Valid or ability to obtain a Class A CDL and/or applicator's license.
• Ability to work overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Support the elevator operations.
• Receive, dry, blend, and load grain.
• Maintain grain conditions.
• Provide superior customer service.

Skills

Valid state motor vehicle operator’s license

Class A CDL

Good computer skills

Education

One year of related experience and/or education

Job description

Job Overview

AgState is currently seeking an Operations Technician. This role focuses on agronomy and grain operations under the leadership of the Location Leader. It offers a stable career in a team environment that values safety, customer service, and professional growth.

Benefits

• 401K Match or Defined Benefit (Pension) Retirement Plan
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Salary Continuation
• Long Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance
• Career Growth and Development Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Education Assistance
• Employee discounts and local discounts
• Paid Holidays
• Clothing Allowance
• Generous Paid Time off Accrual

Responsibilities

• Support the elevator operations
• Receive, dry, blend, and load grain
• Measure grain inventory as needed
• Prepare grain rail cars and load cars according to specifications as needed
• Maintain grain conditions
• Support all aspects of Agronomy Operations
• Manage ag chemicals and fertilizer
• Understand chemical rates, uses, and restrictions
• Operate Fertilizer mix plant – dry & liquid
• Manage chemical warehouse & lead agronomy inventory
• Fill NH3 tanks
• Abide by our values and practices by working in a safe & efficient manner
• Providing superior customer service
• Performing equipment and facility maintenance including housekeeping, daily maintenance checks, and basic maintenance as required
• Assisting other locations, as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Valid state motor vehicle operator’s license
• Valid or ability to obtain a Class A CDL, Commercial applicator license and/or Handler’s license
• Ability to work overtime as required (consideration may be given to accommodate special scheduling needs)
• Good computer skills
• One year of related experience and/or education preferred, but not required
• Our values ~ RISE: Respect- ~ Integrity ~ Safety ~ Excellence

Equal Opportunity Employer

AgState is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage employees to bring authenticity to work every day.

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To submit your application or to view our other openings within the company, visit www.AgState.org. Contact Human Resources for an Internal Application.