Summary

CHS Sun Basin is seeking a task-oriented and organized individual to fill the role of Seasonal Agronomy Specialist in Quincy, WA. Key responsibilities for this role include setting up fertilizer tanks, delivering pumps to the field, and performing tank maintenance. The role also involves calibrating pumps, delivering products to customers, and pulling soil samples. Additionally, the position requires maintaining a clean and safe work environment, operating machinery, and adhering to safety policies. Strong customer service skills and the ability to work extended hours are essential for this role.

This is a seasonal role available for a March start date!

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Responsibilities

• As directed, carry out general labor responsibilities promptly and efficiently. Responsibilities may include:
• Develop and maintain knowledge of the commodities handled at the location and comply with company policy and government regulations pertaining to commodities.
• Work with customers in a courteous and professional manner.
• Ensure product is secured and delivered to customers safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload agricultural inputs from trucks using heavy or light duty machinery/equipment. May include bulk and or packaged material.
• Verify that product delivery aligns with work order requirements and that all details are properly recorded.
• Retrieve soil samples from fields, as assigned.
• Monitor crops through regular visual inspections to identify pests, diseases, or deficiencies.
• Conduct and properly record daily, weekly and monthly maintenance tasks including but not limited to lubrication of pumps, valves, and loading arms. Inspect in-use equipment looking for seeps and leaks of process equipment.
• Monitor and maintain quality of inventory (may include blended, bulk or packaged product).
• Deliver products such as fertilizer, chemical, seed, feed and others to customer sites.
• Keep all work areas in a clean, orderly and safe condition. Conduct regular housekeeping duties such as sweeping, shoveling, power washing, scraping and cleaning up spills. Complete appropriate record keeping.
• Perform warehouse work including driving loader, loading/unloading inventory, forklift operation, and general maintenance.
• Promptly report any customer complaints, repair or maintenance needs, or safety concerns to supervisor.
• Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned to ensure facility operates smoothly and customers receive excellent customer service.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• Knowledge of Operations and/or Business Operations
• Must meet minimum age requirement

Additional Qualifications

• Ability to operate machinery such as loaders, conveyors, tractors, and track mobile
• Ability to work extended hours during peak seasons to meet business demands
• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Agriculture experience preferred
• Forklift certiification preferred
• Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 75 pounds
• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and bins
• Ability to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures