Agronomy Operations Specialist - Evergreen FS - Pontiac, IL

Evergreen FS is farmer-owned cooperative serving the needs of customers in McLean, Woodford, Livingston, Dewitt, and Macon counties. We provide our customers with a full range of farm products and services including agronomy, turf, energy, grain marketing, and so much more. Since 1926 our mission has been the same, we strive to build successful business partnerships with customers, employees, and cooperative owners.

With an emphasis on safety, integrity, and teamwork, Evergreen FS provides top customer service for our customers. We are a solution-focused company who is always looking for new ways to enhance our customer’s experience.  We know we are stronger by hiring resourceful, proud, and considerate members of our local communities. If you're interested in seeing where you fit in the Evergreen FS family apply now!

OVERVIEW
Responsible for the daily product distribution and blending of products at this location.  Assist with inventory and maintenance of the equipment and facilities.  Assists customers and other departments and locations as needed.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Operate fertilizer blend system and complete delivery tickets.  Blends products according to recommended rates and procedures.
 

Assures all product is accounted for with either an invoice or delivery ticket. Responsible for the inventory control and turns in tickets on daily basis.

Operate loaders, forklifts, and other powered equipment. Loads and unloads containers, pallets, or materials and products, safely on/off trucks or trailers. 

Responsible for maintaining, repairing, rebuilding, and/or servicing location equipment, vehicles, and structures as needed. Performs and records daily safety checks, follow preventative maintenance program and report any issues to Location Manager.
 

Assist other departments as needed including deliveries, maintenance, customer service, assist in equipment installs or other duties as requested.

Assist customers with product pickup and deliveries.

Collaborates with the Operations Manager to ensure all equipment, rolling stock, and facilities are in good working order. Assists with annual budget planning process.

Prepares reports of business transactions and keeps expense accounts.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Supports and contributes to total company goals and objectives through collaboration efforts.

Responsible for maintaining the assigned vehicle according to company standards, adheres to the uniform policy, and maintains the appropriate professional image.

May be required to assist in other locations of the company.

Follows 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 the equivalent thereof, and 2 years of related work experience.  Must have basic computer skills and the ability to read blend tickets and convert units of measure.

Must currently have or have the opportunity to obtain a CDL license with required endorsements, a satisfactory driving record and valid medical card.

Ability to work extended hours during the busy season.

Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.

Occasionally exposed or required to: 

• Extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.)
• Noisy conditions
• Working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards, requiring utilization of appropriate safety measures
• May be required to work at varying heights
• Lift 51 - 70 lbs.

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

Evergreen FS, Inc strives to provide a Total Rewards package that delivers exceptional pay for exceptional performance, recognizes your dedication to our mission and helps us attract and retain the highest caliber of talent.  The cornerstone of our benefits package is the defined benefit pension plan along with a 401(k) plan, health and disability insurance, and other voluntary group benefit programs.

Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.  We are an equal opportunity employer.