Top Agriculture Jobs of the Week
for the Week of 4-22-24
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Associate Sales Manager for Kemin Crop Technologies
A little about the business: Established in 1961, Kemin is a privately held, family-owned-and-operated company with more than 2,800 global employees and operations in 90 countries. Kemin Crop Technologies is focused on providing innovative solutions to challenges faced in the commercial specialty agriculture and horticulture markets. Our vision is to be a valuable resource for growers as they look for innovative, environmentally friendly solutions to keep their operations healthy and profitable.
We're seeking an Associate Sales Manager to continue growing market share for Kemin. This individual will focus on key accounts in the Great Lakes region and will achieve consistent growth in sales and gross margin in accordance with yearly sales budget. The Sales Manager is also responsible for gathering business information and identifying market opportunities along with developing and maintaining relationships with customers in the commercial specialty agriculture and horticulture markets. This position will work remotely from the Great Lakes region of the US, travelling extensively throughout the region.
What you would be doing:
- Achieve sales and gross margin goals as defined in yearly budget.
- Maintain a high level of technical expertise to communicate product value to the customer.
- Establish and grow strong relationships with key customers to promote product information, account planning and provide solution-based programs.
- Establish and grow strong relationships with industry partners and university collaborators.
- Provide technical support and product information to customers.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of Bachelors Degree. Preferred degree in Agriculture, Horticulture or comparable field of study or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years previous sales experience in the agriculture or horticulture industry.
- Must have and maintain an insurable driving record.
- Self-discipline and experience in achieving sales budgets.
- A solid understanding of the chemical and biological sciences to prepare and present detailed technical and commercial presentations to prospective customers.
We offer
- A competitive financial package- in addition to your salary, we offer an uncapped bonus opportunity, 401k match program, and paid vacation and holidays.
- Robust health and wellness support- we are proud to offer a fitness reimbursement (for your whole family!), an on-site fitness center, restaurant with seasonal fresh food options (and the ability to order food to bring home), and free fresh fruit in break areas- to name a few.
- Continued learning opportunities- Kemin offers tuition reimbursement and recently launched a new corporate university with online and in-person training opportunities for growth and development throughout your entire career.
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Precision Ag Technology Specialist for Wysocki Family of Companies
A little about the business: Welcome to The Wysocki Family of Companies (WFC)! We are a privately held agricultural operation that includes packaging. operation that plants and harvests nearly 22,000+ acres of a variety of crops including potatoes, corn, beans, and peas, with technologically advanced equipment and processes.
We’re hiring a Precision Ag Technology Specialist in Plainfield, WI or Bancroft, WI. In this role you will serves as a dedicated resource for farm technology, including hands-on setup and calibration of equipment hardware and software, training team members on using technology, organizing and reporting of equipment data, and development of standard operating procedures. This work includes a mix of office and field tasks to be successful.
What you would be doing:
- Respond timely to team member requests for assistance with farm equipment hardware and software technology.
- Serve as the primary contact for technology vendors (e.g., John Deere, Trimble, Raven, Precision 20/20).
- Setup auto-guidance technology, including guidance lines (e.g., John Deere Systems and Operations Center), and setup files for equipment.
- Provide oversight of planting and application controls (e.g., setup, monitoring, and repairing flow meters, seed clutching, and liquid control).
What we’re looking for:
- Three plus years of related experience with Precision Ag equipment, agricultural technology, or agronomy preferred, or a bachelor’s degree in engineering, precision agriculture, agronomy, soil science, or similar fields.
- General knowledge of farm equipment.
- Ability to do installation and troubleshooting of agricultural hardware.
- Ability to use computer and agricultural technology software.
- Valid driver’s license and insurable driving history.
We offer: Competitive compensation based on experience along with benefit options including Health, Dental, Vision, 401K plus an Employer match, Paid-time off, Paid training, and much more!
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Diesel Mechanic - Service Technician for Midwest Machinery Co.
A little about the business: Welcome to Midwest Machinery! We are a full line John Deere dealership that provides agriculture, consumer, and commercial equipment throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin.
We are hiring a Diesel Mechanic – Service Technician to join our team in Plainview, MN (about 30 minutes northeast of Rochester). In this role you will be performing basic diagnostics, service repairs and maintenance on customer and/or dealer-owned farm-agriculture and turf equipment.
What you would be doing:
- Performs basic diagnostics and repairs on agricultural and turf equipment and established Ag Management Solutions (AMS) products.
- Participates in Service EDUCATE Training programs required for the development of skills and knowledge.
- Maintain current knowledge of John Deere and competitive products.
- Maintain condition of vehicles, inventory, tools, and equipment.
- Prior agriculture, farm, construction, or other large equipment mechanical experience. Or other related work and/or military experience or a certificate/diploma from a recognized Diesel program.
- Knowledgeable of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems.
- Have your own tools or ability to obtain.
- Proficient using computer programs such as Service Advisor to complete work tasks.
We offer competitive hourly wages depending on experience, a variety of medical plans including a FREE individual plan, life, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) with company match, tool reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and much more.
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Farm Equipment Operator - Potential Ownership for Agri-nutrient Applications
A little about the business: Welcome to Agri-nutrient Applications! We are located in Grand Rapids, Michigan and specialize in manure applications for farms. We’re a small team that works closely together to get the job done. We’re passionate about agriculture and pride ourselves on developing close relationships with our customers.
We’re hiring a full-time, year-round Farm Equipment Operator that includes ownership potential. If you have a passion to own your own business, we’re looking for someone that wants to work while developing a plan to take over the business.
What you would be doing:
- Operate farm equipment including Case IH tractors to pick up manure from swine and dairy operations and apply onto farm fields.
- Pressure wash tanks to maintain clean equipment.
- Perform light maintenance as necessary on equipment.
- Drive a pick-up and/or mini-loader for snow plowing in the winter.
This position is for you if you:
- Have prior experience operating heavy equipment in production agriculture, farming, construction and/or military.
- Knowledge and use of auto-steer is helpful but not required.
- Have a desire to take over and own your own business.
- Hold basic mechanical knowledge and are comfortable assisting in light maintenance.
- You have a solid work ethic and are comfortable with early start times; typically, 6am.
- You have a clean driving record; no DWI in the past 3 years.
We offer a highly competitive salary based on experience plus the opportunity to develop a plan to take over and own the business. This is a salary position with an average of 35 hours per week.
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Animal Care Technician for eGenesis
A little about the business: At eGenesis, we aspire to deliver safe and effective human transplantable cells, tissue and organs utilizing the latest advancements in genome editing. We are looking for an Animal Care Technician to join our team in Indiana (about an hour North of Lafayette).
The Animal Care Technician will be responsible for animal care, cleaning, and communication between neonatal and veterinary staff. The individual in this role should be reliable, timely, and observant. This member needs to efficiently perform all required procedures overseen by the veterinarian and facility manager. All team members must abide by all eGenesis policies and procedures that are relevant to this position.
What you would be doing:
- Perform daily care of piglets in eGenesis facilities: Take daily weights and temperatures of each piglet, Clean daily following provided standard operating procedures (SOPs), Feed piglets following provided SOPs, Observe piglets and record clinical observations, Provide prescribed treatments according to veterinary instruction (Includes giving emergency care and assisting in veterinary procedures such as sedation/anesthesia, venipuncture, and euthanasia.), Record all information in the dedicated databases or forms.
- Interpret and report piglet health status: Express interest in furthering knowledge pertaining to piglet health, Work with all team members to fully understand each piglet’s medical history, Communicate piglet clinical signs with supervisor and veterinary staff.
- Participate in department, division, and other meetings as requested.
- Exposure to animal handling and basic animal health concerns. Knowledge of equipment disinfection and infection control practices
- An eagerness to learn or further knowledge relating to animal health
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
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