Precision Ag & Equipment Specialist

Kemin; Kelley (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Uncapped bonus opportunities

401k match

Paid vacation & holidays

Fitness reimbursement

On-site fitness center

On-site restaurant

Free fruit in break areas

Career development

Tuition reimbursement

Community service

Job summary

Kemin Industries Specialty Crop Improvement seeks a hands-on farm operations professional to manage daily farm activities at the Kelley Research Farm, including cultivation, spraying, harvesting, and equipment maintenance. The role supports data collection and participates in research on specialty crops like spearmint, marigold, rosemary, oregano, and Chinese lanterns.

Located in Kelley, Iowa, this full-time position offers uncapped bonus opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or maintenance field with 3+ years of related experience.
• High School Diploma with 7+ years of related experience.
• Experience operating and maintaining various farm equipment.
• Welding and plasma cutting experience.
• Pesticide applicator certification for Iowa or ability to obtain.
• Forklift operation experience with valid license.
• Proficient in MS Word/Excel; English required; Spanish beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute equipment maintenance program and document service performed.
• Diagnose issues and perform repairs/adjustments on equipment.
• Develop contacts with third-party dealers for parts and service.
• Set up, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and operate agricultural implements.
• Plan and execute field testing of specialty equipment in coordination with research managers.
• Record findings and write reports documenting conditions and performance.
• Implement precision planting techniques for uniform stands.
• Assist in developing procedures for material handling of Specialty Crops and participate in field operations.
• Support on-farm tours and customer visits; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Equipment operation

Maintenance protocols

Data collection

Spanish (benefit)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or Maintenance-related field

High School Diploma with 7+ years of related experience

Job description

Kemin Industries Specialty Crop Improvement seeks a hands-on farm operations professional to manage daily farm activities at the Kelley Research Farm, including cultivation, spraying, harvesting, and equipment maintenance. The role supports data collection and participates in research on specialty crops like spearmint, marigold, rosemary, oregano, and Chinese lanterns.

Located in Kelley, Iowa, this full-time position offers uncapped bonus opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package