Operator, Chem Bay - Sunrise FS - Manito, IL

FS System; Illinois; On-site; USD 19,286 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded pension

401(k) with employer match

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Job summary

Sunrise FS in Illinois is seeking a role focused on operating and supporting chemical bay activities to ensure product delivery to operators and proper equipment function. The position requires CDL and pesticide applicator licenses, physical capability to lift 70 lbs, and flexibility for seasonal hours.

Responsibilities include blending according to rates, inventory control, and assisting with warehousing and logistics, plus equipment maintenance and ticket editing.

Qualifications

• Proven professional communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team oriented environment.
• Basic computer skills as they relate to the custom application business.

Responsibilities

• Blend chemicals according to recommended rates and procedures.
• Performs inventory control.
• Seasonally assists the Location Manager in all seed treatment operations including warehousing, inventory, and logistics.
• Records and tracks application loads sent out to operators.
• Prepares material handling, blending and storage equipment for blending and delivery of product.
• Repairs and rebuilds equipment as needed.
• Edits blend tickets.
• Maintains good housekeeping in work area and warehouse.
• Works in other departments during off peak season.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Job description

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City: Manito

State: IL

SALARY RANGE:$20.00 -$23.00

Sunrise FS is headquartered in Virginia, Illinois, with branches in Cass, Champaign, Clark, Douglas, Edgar, Mason and Vermillion counties. SunriseFS has about 200 employees (including seasonal workers) and approximately 14,000 customers. The cooperative does business in agronomy, energy, grain, tires, irrigation, and retail. SunriseFS is part of the GROWMARK System, an agricultural cooperative serving more than 100,000 customers across North America and Ontario, Canada.

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

Run chemical bay effectively and efficiently to keep product to the operators and keep equipment in chemical bay running properly.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Blends chemicals according to recommended rates and procedures
• Performs inventory control
• Seasonally assists the Location Manager in all seed treatment operations including warehousing, inventory, and logistics
• Records and tracks application loads sent out to operators
• Prepares material handling, blending and storage equipment for blending and delivery of product
• Repairs and rebuilds equipment as needed
• Edits blend tickets
• Maintains good housekeeping in work area and warehouse
• Works in other departments during off peak season

REQUIREMENTS

• Has the ability to obtain a CDL and commercial applicator’s license
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 70 lbs.
• Must be able to work hours other than those considered normal to meet seasonal demands
• Demonstrate basic math skills including the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, uses whole number, common fractions and decimals along with the ability to compute rate, ratio and percent
• Must be able to obtain and maintain required Illinois Department of Agriculture Pesticide Licenses

OTHER SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Proven professional communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team oriented environment
• Basic computer skills as they relate to the custom application business

At Sunrise FS, we are dedicated to supporting the long‑term financial well‑being of our employees through a fully funded pension, a cornerstone benefit that ensures security for the future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a variety of supplemental plans like accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection. To promote a healthy work‑life balance, employees enjoy generous paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and parental leave, giving you time to recharge and focus on what matters most. Additionally, our 401(k) plan with company matching helps you plan for retirement, while our free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supports your overall well‑being. Whether you're starting your career, balancing family life, or planning for retirement, our company is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that meets your needs at every stage. Benefits eligibility may vary depending on the position.

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base pay, certain roles may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and commissions.

We are an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job‑related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.

SECURING YOUR FUTURE, ONE BENEFIT AT A TIME.

Our benefits packages are designed to support every aspect of our employees’ well‑being—from health plans to life insurance, robust retirement plans, and more. We provide benefits that meet their needs today while also ensuring a secure future.

Offerings may include, but are not limited to:

UNITED STATES:

• Fully Funded Pension*
• 401(k) & Employer Match
• HSA & Employer Contributions
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• Identity Protection

*The pension plan is subject to individual company participation. Those who do not participate in the pension plan enjoy a higher 401(k) employer match.

**Some benefits are subject to the hiring company.

CANADA:

• RRSP
• Life Insurance
• Disability

*Benefit eligibility may be dependent on employment type

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