Agronomy Outside Associate

Legacy Farmers Cooperative in Custar, Ohio is hiring an Agronomy Outside Associate.

Position Description:

Directly involved with customers on a daily basis handling chemicals, fertilizers, seed etc.
Assists in good housekeeping and safety practices to maintain agronomy facility.

Essential Functions of the Job:

Assist with crop nutrient inventory management Assist with seasonal NH3 supplies
Assist with toolbar and applicator scheduling
This position requires a full range of body motion including bending, squatting and twisting. Must be able to lift up to 100 lbs and reach work above shoulders
Positive Customer-Service oriented interpersonal and communication skills required
Possess flexibility and adaptability in meeting constraints and demands
Ability to read and follow detailed directions and learn new skills as required

Requirements:

High school graduate preferred with OABA Student Credential a plus
Working knowledge of agronomy facility operations including experience handling chemicals, fertilizers and other inputs
Comfortable mixing and loading dry fertilizer
Maintain an attitude that promotes team work within the cooperative and a favorable image of the cooperative
Ability to work well with others and independently

Miscellaneous Information & Preferred Experience:

No overnight travel
Standard work week is Monday through Friday; needs of the business may dictate exceptions to this standard
Overtime as required
Applicants agree to be drug tested as a condition of employment and will not be hired should he/she fail to produce a negative test
Basic computer skills
Uphold all Legacy Farmers Cooperative’s policies
Possesses flexibility and adaptability in meeting constraints and demands
Assist with other Legacy departments if needed

For more information, contact Mike Mitchell at mikemitchell@growmark.com.