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Customer Service Specialist (Temporary)
Osceola
Truck Driver
Osceola
Mission
To add value to our members' farming operations.
Vision
To remain an innovative and efficient provider of today's agriculture markets and services.
Position Objective
Transport grain and agronomy products, assist in grain & agronomy departments as needed, and provide related customer services in a safe and effective manner.
Basic Employment Expectations
Safety
Performs work in a safe manner at all times and uses the appropriate PPE.
Checks the work area for hazards and corrects/reports unsafe conditions.
Considers the safety of oneself, and other employees, and customers.
Follows all safety protocols and seeks advice from supervisor when uncertain.
Communication
Maintains open communication and cooperates with supervisor, departments, and fellow employees.
Communicates with supervisor and others immediately when unexpected problems cause absence, lateness, or the need to leave early.
Accountability & Professionalism
Abides by policies set forth in the employee policy manual.
Carries a fair share of the workload.
Promotes NEW Cooperative through positive, friendly, and professional interactions.
Is punctual, follows directives, and works in an efficient and timely manner; accepts personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of the work.
Understands that satisfactory attendance is essential to the efficient operation of the work environment.
Customer Service
Continually works to satisfy customers to address questions/concerns through effective communication, solving problems, responding to questions, and managing their expectations.
Personal/Professional Development
Establishes personal performance goals and works toward these goals.
Continually upgrades and demonstrates knowledge of the job.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Include but are not limited to the following:
Operations
Drives trucks to move grain with hopper and other products with a variety of trailer types to designated locations.
Regulations
Comply with all DOT, OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration), and NEW Cooperative safety programs, policies, and procedures.
Always maintain safe & courteous driving habits.
Complete all driving logs and other documentation in an accurate, neat, and timely manner.
Maintenance
Performs or schedules repairs and preventative maintenance on equipment and vehicles.
Perform and document daily truck/trailer inspections.
Ensures that work area, equipment, and vehicles are all neat, clean, and well maintained to promote a positive company image.
Uses all tools, equipment, and vehicles carefully and for their intended use.
Others
Assist in other areas of the location as needed.
Works extended hours as requested by supervisor to ensure good customer service in busy season.
Qualifications & Requirements
Must be licensed and insurable to drive.
Must have or the ability to obtain a Class A CDL (Commercial Driver s License) with tanker and HazMat endorsement.
Must be able to pass a D.O.T. physical every 2 years at a minimum as required by law.
Understand the importance of providing very high levels of customer service.
High school diploma or GED with 1-3 months of related experience.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Understand the seasonality of the farm supply business and the in-season time commitment.
Must be able to interact and effectively communicate with customers and individuals at all levels of organization.
Possesses problem solving capability and understands the operational processes.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is rarely required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Position will rarely work in wet or humid, extreme cold/heat (all non-weather) conditions, work near moving mechanical parts, work in high, precarious places, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock.
Position will occasionally work in fumes or airborne particles, or work in explosive atmosphere.
Position will frequently work in outdoor weather conditions and vibration.
Disclaimer
This job description indicates the general nature and minimum level of work expected. It is not designed to cover every activity, duty, or responsibility required of the employee. The employee may be asked to perform other duties related to the successful performance of the job.
Agronomy Operations
Osceola
Mission
To add value to our members' farming operations.
Vision
To remain an innovative and efficient provider of today's agriculture markets and services.
Position Summary/Objective
Location operations centered around agronomy.
Basic Employment Expectations
Safety
Performs work safely and uses the appropriate PPE.
Checks the work area for hazards and corrects/reports of unsafe conditions.
Considers the safety of oneself, other employees, and customers.
Follows all safety protocols and seeks advice from supervisor when uncertain.
Communication
Maintains open communication and cooperates with supervisors, departments, and fellow employees.
Communicates with supervisors and others immediately when unexpected problems cause absence, lateness, or the need to leave early.
Accountability & Professionalism
Abides by policies set forth in the employee policy manual.
Carries a fair share of the workload.
Promotes NEW Cooperative through positive, friendly, and professional interactions.
Is punctual, follows directives, and works in an efficient and timely manner; accepts personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of the work.
Understands that satisfactory attendance is essential to the efficient operations of the work environment.
Customer Service
Continually works to satisfy customers to address questions/concerns through effective communication, solving problems, responding to questions, and managing their expectations.
Personal/Professional Development
Establishes personal performance goals and works toward these goals.
Continually upgrades and demonstrates knowledge of the job.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Include but are not limited to the following:
Operations
Apply pre and post emerge crop protection products, dry and liquid fertilizer, and lime.
Operate fertilizer tender trucks.
Fill and transport NH3 equipment.
Assist in loading and unloading of products from vehicles based on work orders.
Operate forklift/loader to move seed, chemical, fertilizer, etc.
Utilize the automated Kahler system when processing bulk agronomy products.
Assist in other areas of the location as needed.
Maintenance
Perform standard routine maintenance and repairs to equipment throughout all areas of the location.
Ensures that work area, equipment, and vehicles are all neat, clean, and well maintained.
Assist in the setup and maintenance of equipment.
Other
Uses all tools, equipment, and vehicles carefully and for their intended use.
Works extended hours as requested by supervisor to ensure good customer service during the busy season.
Qualifications & Requirements
Must be licensed and insurable to drive.
Must have the ability to obtain a Class A CDL (Commercial Driver's License) with tanker and HazMat endorsement.
Must have or be able to obtain a Commercial Applicators License.
Must be able to pass a D.O.T. physical every 2 years at a minimum as required by law.
High school diploma or GED with 1-3 months of related experience.
Understand the importance of providing very high levels of customer service.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to apply common sense of understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Understand the seasonality of the farm supply business and the in-season time commitment.
Must be able to interact and effectively communicate with customers and individuals at all levels of the organization.
Possesses problem solving capability and understands the operational processes.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is rarely required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Position will rarely work in wet or humid, extreme cold/heat (all non-weather) conditions, work in high, precarious places, work in fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, work in explosive atmosphere, and vibration.
Position will occasionally work near moving mechanical parts and toxic or caustic chemicals.
Position will frequently work in outdoor weather conditions.
Disclaimer
This job description indicates the general nature and minimum level of work expected. It is not designed to cover every activity, duty, or responsibility required of the employee. The employee may be asked to perform other duties related to the successful performance of the job.
Custom Applicator
Osceola
Mission
To add value to our members' farming operations.
Vision
To remain an innovative and efficient provider of today's agriculture markets and services.
Position Summary/Objective
To apply crop protection and products and fertilizers, deliver agronomy products, assist in the grain department, and provide related customer services in a safe and effective manner.
Basic Employment Expectations
Safety
Performs work safely and uses the appropriate PPE.
Checks the work area for hazards and corrects/reports unsafe conditions.
Considers the safety of oneself, and other employees, and customers.
Follows all safety protocols and seeks advice from supervisor when uncertain.
Communication
Maintains open communication and cooperates with supervisor, departments, and fellow employees.
Communicates with supervisor and others immediately when unexpected problems cause absence, lateness, or the need to leave early.
Accountability & Professionalism
Abides by policies set forth in the employee policy manual.
Carries a fair share of the workload.
Promotes NEW Cooperative through positive, friendly, and professional interactions.
Is punctual, follows directives, and works in an efficient and timely manner; accepts personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of the work.
Understands that satisfactory attendance is essential to the efficient operation of the work environment.
Customer Service
Continually works to satisfy customers to address questions/concerns through effective communication, solving problems, responding to questions, and managing their expectations.
Personal/Professional Development
Establishes personal performance goals and works toward these goals.
Continually upgrades and demonstrates knowledge of the job.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Include but are not limited to the following:
Operations
Operate spraying equipment, tender trucks, other applications equipment, and NH3 equipment.
Assist in loading and unloading of vehicles based on work orders.
Operate a semi-truck in the off-season as needed.
Assist in other areas of the location as needed.
Maintenance
Ensures that work area, equipment, and vehicles are all neat, clean, and well maintained.
Assist in calibrating application equipment, maintenance of equipment, and upkeep of agronomy facilities.
Other
Uses all tools, equipment, and vehicles carefully and for their intended use.
Works extended hours as requested by supervisor to ensure good customer service in busy season.
Qualifications & Requirements
Must be licensed and insurable to drive.
Must have or the ability to obtain a Class A CDL (Commercial Driver s License) with tanker and HazMat endorsements.
Must have or be able to obtain a Commercial Applicator's License.
Must be able to pass a D.O.T. physical every 2 years at a minimum as required by law.
High school diploma or GED with 1-3 months of related experience.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Understand the seasonality of the farm supply business and the in-season time commitment.
Must be able to interact and effectively communicate with customers and individuals at all levels of the organization.
Possesses problem solving capability and understands the operational processes.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is rarely required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Position will rarely work in wet or humid, extreme cold/heat (all non-weather) conditions, work in explosive atmosphere, risk of electrical shock.
Position will occasionally work in high, precarious places, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals.
Position will frequently work near moving mechanical parts, in outdoor weather conditions, and vibration.
Disclaimer
This job description indicates the general nature and minimum level of work expected. It is not designed to cover every activity, duty, or responsibility required of the employee. The employee may be asked to perform other duties related to the successful performance of the job.
Electrical Maintenance Technician
Osceola
Technician Exempt (Salaried)
Mission
To add value to our Feed manufacturing facilities.
Vision
To remain an innovative and efficient provider of today's electrical standards and practices.
Position Summary/Objective
Assist in the repairs, construction, and perform maintenance activities at NEW Cooperative feed manufacturing facilities centered around the electrical systems (PCL.)
Basic Employment Expectations
Safety
Performs work in a safe manner at all times and uses the appropriate PPE.
Checks the work area for hazards and corrects/reports unsafe conditions.
Considers the safety of oneself, and other employees, and customers.
Follows all safety protocols and seeks advice from supervisor when uncertain.
Communication
Maintains open communication and cooperates with supervisor, departments, and fellow employees.
Communicates with supervisor and others immediately when unexpected problems cause absence, lateness, or the need to leave early.
Accountability & Professionalism
Abides by policies set forth in the employee policy manual.
Carries a fair share of the workload.
Promotes NEW Cooperative through positive, friendly, and professional interactions.
Is punctual, follows directives, and works in an efficient and timely manner; accepts personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of the work.
Understands that satisfactory attendance is essential to the efficient operation of the work environment.
Personal/Professional Development
Manager establishes performance goals and employee works toward these goals.
Continually upgrades and demonstrates knowledge of the job.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Include but are not limited to the following: Electrical
Ability to thread/install conduit and pull wire throughout the facility
Read and understand electrical drawings
Lays out, assembles, installs, and maintains pipe systems, repairs, and replaces gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and related equipment.
Uses fluke electrical meters to test fuses, voltage, and motor windings
Ability to troubleshoot and wire/unwire 3-phase electrical motors Maintenance & Repairs
Repairs and lubricates equipment.
Replaces electric motors.
Ensures that work area, equipment, and vehicles are all neat, clean, and well maintained.
Other
May work extended hours as requested by supervisor to meet project deadlines
Uses all tools, equipment, and vehicles carefully and for their intended use.
Qualifications & Requirements
Must be a licensed electrician.
High School or GED.
Must be licensed and insurable to drive as there may be travel between locations.
One to two years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience with a good electrical/mechanical aptitude.
Ability to work in all types of environments, including but not limited to elevated areas (heights), dusty conditions, various weather conditions (hot to cold).
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Must be able to interact and effectively communicate with customers and individuals at all levels of the organization.
Possesses problem solving capabilities
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is rarely required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25-50 pounds. Abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Position will rarely work in wet or humid, extreme cold/heat (all non- weather) conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals.
Position will occasionally work in high, precarious places, fumes, outdoor weather conditions.
Position will frequently work near moving mechanical parts, airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, or vibration.
Disclaimer
This job description indicates the general nature and minimum level of work expected. It is not designed to cover every activity, duty, or responsibility required of the employee. The employee may be asked to perform other duties related to the successful performance of the job.
Maintenance Technician - Millwright
Osceola
Millwright Exempt (Salaried)
Mission
To add value to our members' farming operations.
Vision
To remain an innovative and efficient provider of today's agriculture markets and services.
Position Summary/Objective
Assist in the repairs, construction, and general maintenance of a broad range of grain, fertilizer, and agronomy equipment in existing facilities as well as capital improvement projects in a safe and effective manner.
Basic Employment Expectations
Safety
Performs work in a safe manner at all times and uses the appropriate PPE.
Checks the work area for hazards and corrects/reports unsafe conditions.
Considers the safety of oneself, and other employees, and customers.
Follows all safety protocols and seeks advice from supervisor when uncertain.
Communication
Maintains open communication and cooperates with supervisor, departments, and fellow employees.
Communicates with supervisor and others immediately when unexpected problems cause absence, lateness, or the need to leave early.
Accountability & Professionalism
Abides by policies set forth in the employee policy manual.
Carries a fair share of the workload.
Promotes NEW Cooperative through positive, friendly, and professional interactions.
Is punctual, follows directives, and works in an efficient and timely manner; accepts personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of the work.
Understands that satisfactory attendance is essential to the efficient operation of the work environment.
Customer Service
Continually works to satisfy customers to address questions/concerns through effective communication, solving problems, responding to questions, and managing their expectations.
Personal/Professional Development
Establishes personal performance goals and works toward these goals.
Continually upgrades and demonstrates knowledge of the job.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Include but are not limited to the following:
Safety
Uses all tools, equipment, and vehicles in a safe and careful manner and for their intended use.
Imperative that maintenance personnel adhere to all safety standards, procedures and policies to ensure that effective execution of duties and responsibilities Mechanics
Operates cutting torches or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts.
Welds parts together using both gas welding or brazing and any combination of gauges, valves, pressure regulators and related equipment.
Use of power tools such as grinders, saws, drills, etc.
Moves machinery and equipment such as telehandler, skid loader or forklift.
Assembles machines, bolts, welds, rivets, or otherwise fastens them to foundation or other structures.
Align machines and equipment.
Dismantles machines.
Maintenance & Repairs
Repairs and lubricated machines and equipment.
Maintains records of maintenance activities.
Ensures that work area, equipment, and vehicles are all neat, clean, and well maintained.
Other
Works necessary hours as requested by manager to ensure completion of projects, response to needed maintenance requests, and provide exceptional quality service.
Qualifications & Requirements
Must be licensed and insurable to drive. Travel between locations is required.
One to two years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience with a good mechanical aptitude.
Ability to work in all types of environments, including but not limited to elevated areas (heights), dusty conditions, various weather conditions (hot to cold).
Understanding of the time commitments of the role throughout the year, as well as the seasonality of the farm supply business and the in-season time commitment.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Must be able to interact and effectively communicate with customer, peers and individuals at all levels of the organization.
Possesses problem solving capability and understands the operation processes.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is rarely required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25-50 pounds. Abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Position will rarely work in wet or humid, extreme cold/heat (all non- weather) conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, or vibration.
Position will occasionally work in high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions.
Position will frequently work near moving mechanical parts.
Disclaimer
This job description indicates the general nature and minimum level of work expected. It is not designed to cover every activity, duty, or responsibility required of the employee. The employee may be asked to perform other duties related to the successful performance of the job.
Outside Operations
Osceola
Mission
To add value to our members' farming operations.
Vision
To remain an innovative and efficient provider of today's agriculture markets and services.
Position Summary/Objective
Fulfills the demands of the location by providing agronomy and grain-related customer services in a safe and effective manner.
Basic Employment Expectations
Safety
Performs work in a safe manner at all times and uses the appropriate PPE.
Checks the work area for hazards and corrects/reports unsafe conditions.
Considers the safety of oneself, and other employees, and customers.
Follows all safety protocols and seeks advice from supervisor when uncertain.
Communication
Maintains open communication and cooperates with supervisor, departments, and fellow employees.
Communicates with supervisor and others immediately when unexpected problems cause absence, lateness, or the need to leave early.
Accountability & Professionalism
Abides by policies set forth in the employee policy manual.
Carries a fair share of the workload.
Promotes NEW Cooperative through positive, friendly, and professional interactions.
Is punctual, follows directives, and works in an efficient and timely manner; accepts personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of the work.
Understands that satisfactory attendance is essential to the efficient operation of the work environment.
Customer Service
Continually works to satisfy customers to address questions/concerns through effective communication, solving problems, responding to questions, and managing their expectations.
Personal/Professional Development
Establishes personal performance goals and works toward these goals.
Continually upgrades and demonstrates knowledge of the job.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Include but are not limited to the following:
Operations
Assists in loading and unloading of products from vehicles based on work orders.
Unloads and loads grain from trucks and wagons.
Operates fertilizer tender trucks.
Fills and transport NH3 equipment.
Operates commercial application equipment as needed.
Operates a semi-truck in the off-season or as needed.
Assists in other areas of the location as needed.
Maintenance
Ensures that work area, equipment, and vehicles are all neat, clean, and well maintained.
Assists in setup & maintenance of equipment.
Performs standard routine maintenance of equipment.
Performs standard routine maintenance and repairs to equipment throughout all areas of the location.
Maintains grain quality.
Other
Uses all tools, equipment, and vehicles carefully and for their intended use.
Works extended hours as requested by supervisor to ensure good customer service in busy season.
Qualifications & Requirements
Must be licensed and insurable to drive.
Must have or the ability to obtain a Class A CDL (Commercial Driver s License) with tanker and HazMat endorsement.
Must have or be able to obtain a Commercial Handler's or Applicator's License.
Understand the importance of providing extremely high levels of customer service.
High school diploma or GED with 1-3 months of related experience.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Understand the seasonality of the farm supply business and the in-season time commitment.
Must be able to interact and effectively communicate with customers and individuals at all levels of the organization.
Possesses problem solving capability and understands the operational processes.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Position will rarely work in wet or humid, extreme cold/heat (all non-weather) conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, or vibration.
Position will occasionally work near moving mechanical parts, work in high, precarious places, in fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, work in explosive atmosphere.
Position will frequently work in outdoor weather conditions.
Disclaimer
This job description indicates the general nature and minimum level of work expected. It is not designed to cover every activity, duty, or responsibility required of the employee. The employee may be asked to perform other duties related to the successful performance of the job.