Seed Treat Operator - Gold Star FS - Woodhull, IL

FS; Woodhull (IL); On-site; USD 23,419 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

FS is seeking a Seed Treatment Operator for the Gold Star FS division to run the seed treatment plant, schedule activities, and manage product handling and logistics. The role requires a CDL with HZM and a commercial applicator’s license, plus the ability to obtain the seed treater license.

You will oversee field equipment, ensure safety, and collaborate with the Plant Manager to maintain quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain seed treater’s license.
• Must have, or have the ability to obtain and maintain, a CDL with HZM and commercial applicator’s license.
• Demonstrated planning, organization, time management and problem‑solving skills.
• Previous applicator or related experience and/or training to demonstrate the ability to apply fertilizers and crop protection products; perform minor equipment maintenance.
• Demonstrate basic math skills including rate, ratio and percent computations.

Responsibilities

• Operate seed treatment plant including scheduling, logistics, product handling, and rolling stock.
• Operate field equipment; work on equipment and plant facilities in a positive and professional manner.
• Maintain equipment and inventory in top condition and ensure proper shipping/receiving of soybeans and treatments.
• Schedule soybean treatment and delivery; oversee warehousing of soybean seed and maintain proper seed condition.
• Maintain appearance and maintenance of soybean treatment equipment; operate agricultural machinery for throughput.
• Cooperate and communicate with other employees; cross-train and work in other departments when needed by supervisor.
• Treat and handle patrons professionally; attend meetings, schools and seminars as required.
• Perform duties in a safety-conscious manner; comply with employment conditions and background checks.

Skills

Professional communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Problem solving

Tools

CDL license

Seed treater license

Commercial applicator license

Job description

The FS brand represents a standard of excellence for agricultural and energy‑related products. It's the people who represent the FS brand that set it apart. As local cooperatives, FS Companies believe it is their responsibility to ensure that our earth, our communities, and businesses perform together, sustainably. FS Companies are committed to ensuring the continued profitability for the company, their owners, and their customers, while enacting to help the environment and greater good.

Seed Treatment Operator - Gold Star FS

Reports to: Plant Manager

Salary Range: $17-22 per hour

Position Overview

Operate seed treatment plant including scheduling, logistics, product handling, rolling stock. Operate field equipment; work on equipment and plant facilities in a positive and professional manner.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintain equipment and inventory in top condition
• Responsible for inventory control and shipping/receiving of soybeans and treatments
• Schedules soybean treatment and delivery
• Oversees warehousing of soybean seed and maintain proper condition of seed
• Responsible for the maintenance and appearance of soybean treatment equipment
• Operate and maintain field agronomy machine(s) for maximum throughput and longevity.
• Must cooperate and communicate with other employees in a positive and productive manner.
• Cross train and work in other departments when deemed necessary by supervisor.
• Treat and handle patrons in a professional and courteous manner.
• Attend meetings, schools and seminars when necessary.
• Perform all duties in a safety conscious manner.

Requirements

• Ability to use necessary computer skills to run seed operation
• Must have ability to obtain and maintain seed treater’s license
• Must have, or have the ability to obtain and maintain, a CDL with HZM and commercial applicator’s license.
• Demonstrated planning, organization, time management and problem‑solving skills
• Previous applicator or related experience and/or training to demonstrate the ability to custom apply fertilizers, crop protection products and do minor equipment maintenance.
• Demonstrate basic math skills including the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole number, common fractions and decimals along with the ability to compute rate, ratio and percent.

Other Skills/Abilities

• Proven professional communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team‑oriented environment
• Ability to work hours other than those considered normal to meet seasonal demands

Must be able to lift a minimum of 70 pounds.

Benefits

In addition to competitive pay, the company offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well‑being of our employees.

Benefits may include retirement, health and wellness, paid time off, supplemental or incidental coverage, and more.

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.

Equal Opportunity / EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans.

Employment Conditions

Employment is contingent on, among other things, receipt of an acceptable and job‑related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.