Seasonal Grain Operations Laborer,(Growmark) - Employment, career opportunity in USA

Job Title:    Seasonal Grain Operations Laborer - AgVantage FS - Alexander, IA
Location: - (Alexander, Iowa, Mid-West United States, USA)
Company:   Growmark
Job Type:   Contract
Minimum Years Experience Required: N/A
Salary: N/A



AgVantage FS is a full-service agriculture and energy supplier dedicated to providing high quality products and services for the purpose of improving customer profitability. Headquartered in Waverly, Iowa with branches in 27 counties; AgVantage FS sells seed, propane, fertilizers, crop protection chemicals, fuels and lubricants. They also provide services such as structure inspections and construction, grain marketing and precision farming applications. AgVantage FS is part of the GROWMARK System, a regional agricultural cooperative serving more than 100,000 customers across North America.

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

Under the direction of the Grain Origination and Location Manager, this position is responsible for the receiving and loading of grain in a safe and profitable manner. This person will perform duties that maximize the operating efficiency at the location and profitability of the company.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Maintains positive customer relations at what is typically the first point of contact with the producer
Actions and personal appearance project a favorable image of the company
Understands grain quality and grain conditioning
Utilizes best management practices for inventory control
Responsible for the safe and efficient use of material and machines
Maintains equipment, facilities and other company assets in a safe, neat and professional manner
Performs loading activities at the elevator, following outlined procedures by truck or by rail, sometimes on short notice
Performs proper grain grading and blending practices
Assists in maintaining records and reports necessary to comply with government requirements
Assists Grain Origination and Location Manager in operational expense control
Supports other locations and departments as needed
Inspects handling equipment and grain inventory at varying heights using ladders

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Ability to answer the phone and greet walk-in customers

Follows GROWMARK's Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply
Performs all other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS
Normally requires a high school diploma, or equivalent; and three years of related work experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience to demonstrate industry knowledge, computer proficiency, problem solving skills, as well as verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work extended hours during harvest and other high grain shipment periods of the year
Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
Frequently works in extreme weather conditions including (Heat, Cold, Wet, etc)
Occasionally works at elevated heights.
Frequently lifts between 51-70 lbs

Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK's policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Employment is contingent upon receipt of favorable background check; drug test, motor vehicle report, and reference check results as applicable.

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