Top Agriculture Jobs of the Week
For the week of 3/18/24
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Commodity Merchandiser for APEX LLC
A little about the business: APEX is a commodity merchandising company that specializes in the distribution of animal feed ingredients throughout the US, Canada, and internationally. Since 2001, we focus on bringing value to our customers, suppliers, and transporters through mutually beneficial long-term relationships.
We’re hiring a motivated Commodity Merchandiser to join our team at our Hamburg, NY location or remote for the right candidate. You will trade commodities and execute contracts by facilitating and coordinating the necessary transportation to provide timely pickup and delivery of products. You will report directly to the President.
What you would be doing:
- Minimum 3 years of trading experience.
- BS or MBA in Marketing or Economics; an emphasis in Agriculture preferred.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and negotiating skills.
- Perform with the utmost in integrity and ethics
What we're looking for:
- Prior equine experience or background.
- Outstanding work ethic.
- Ability to work well in a team environment, and willing to assist wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
- Ability to work one weekend monthly.
We offer a competitive base salary along with a commission structure, comprehensive insurance plans, 401k with match, PTO/Vacation, and LTD.
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Poultry House Operator for AVS Bio
A little about the business: AVS Bio is committed to the humane treatment of animals, producing SPF eggs and laboratory products through sustainable practices in over 40 dedicated houses nationwide. Our focus is on ensuring the utmost care and respect for our hens.
AVS Bio, the world's largest and most trusted producer of Specific Pathogen Free (SPF) eggs and laboratory products for biologics development, is currently seeking a dedicated Poultry House Operator to join our team in Catskill, NY, located approximately 30 miles south of Albany.
In this role you are responsible for all commercial activities in the East of the Mississippi River territory and Eastern Canada. Aside from your sales manager role, you also perform product development activities in the Northeast. You will oversee sales growth and further strengthen our position in the market by creating go-to-market strategies and building meaningful business relationships with our customers. This is not just an office job, it is a commercial role in agriculture, meaning occasionally getting your hands dirty while meeting customers in the field. You will work closely with, and report to, the General Manager.
What you would be doing:
- Maintain biosecurity measures and adhere to regulations.
- Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of houses and equipment.
- Collect and sanitize eggs, providing clean SPF eggs for sale.
- Conduct basic maintenance tasks.
- Monitor flock health, reporting concerns to Farm Management.
- Perform weekly blood draws.
- Monitor and maintain feeders, waterers, medicators, house temperatures, bird weights, and conditions.
What we're looking for:
- Excellent work ethic and reliability.
- Ability to regularly move or lift 30 lbs and occasionally lift up to 60 lbs.
- Good written and oral communication skills.
- Team player with the ability to work independently.
- Desire for maintaining overall flock health.
We offer: $20/hr, weekend pay, paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick/personal time), medical, dental, and vision insurance.
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Welder/Build Crew Member for North Central Irrigation
A little about the business: North Central Irrigation Inc. was founded in 1966 in order to serve the farming community of central Wisconsin. Today, we have stores in Plainfield, WI and Beloit, WI, with a staff of close to 40 qualified men and women serving our customers in Wisconsin and northern Illinois. We bring you commitment, expertise, and the finest irrigation products on the market today. We are a Valley Performance Plus Dealer.
We’re hiring a Welder – Build Crew Member to join our team in Plainfield, WI (about 90 miles southwest of Green Bay). As a welder-crew member, the Project Crew worker’s responsibilities include but are not limited to, installing, maintenance, and repair of irrigation systems, sprinkler packages, water hookups, and mainitaining equipment.
What you would be doing:
- Operate various pieces of equipment such as telehandler, crane, forklift, skid steer, excavator, compressor, and Vermeer.
- Maintain equipment by performing routine greasing and maintenance checks.
- Repair crashed and wrecked machines as necessary.
- Install a variety of different sprinkler systems.
- Repair broken underground wires and pipes.
- Install new irrigation systems.
- Weld aluminum and steel pipe.
- TIG, MIG, and Stick.
What we're looking for:
- Possess a valid Wisconsin Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
- Clean driving record.
- Welding experience desired but not essential.
- Knowledge of and ability to use hand and power tools.
- Good work ethic.
- Willingness to learn.
We offer competitive compensation depending on experience, health and dental insurance, 401(k) retirement options, and paid time off.
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Branch Manager for QC Supply
A little about the business: Sometimes the best things start out in the garage. For QC Supply, it was a small one located in Schuyler, Nebraska. QC Supply was founded in 1982 with the simple goal of helping people grow, and 40 years later, that’s still at the heart of what we do. With our home base remaining in Schuyler, we went from a small-town operation to a nationwide distributor by boldly supporting the future of farming.
We're looking for a Branch Manager to join our team in Delphi, Indiana. The Branch Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day processes of the location along with the operations of the location. This individual will be a customer facing presence in the retail space, the primary point of contact for the facility in customer service-related issues and a floor presence within the facility driving process improvement initiatives.
What you would be doing:
- Strong understanding of distribution and the required routines in support.
- Monitor and help to ensure that housekeeping and safety standards within the distribution space are maintained.
- Supervise team in safety training and policy adherence as well as, general housekeeping and sanitation of the location.
- Ensure team adheres to work instructions/process and contribute ideas for Continuous Improvement.
- Coordinate with Sales and Marketing teams to proactively manage promotional sales lifts.
- Manage staffing levels effectively.
- Monitor inbound and outbound order product flow.
What we're looking for:
- 5-10 years of proven work experience in sales or business management.
- Understanding of market dynamics and ability to exercise sound business judgement.
- Experience utilizing Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel.
- Ability to function in a fast-paced customer driven environment.
- Agriculture experience is preferred but not required.
We offer Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Critical Illness, Accident and Group Legal Insurance, Flex Spending Account, Health Savings Account, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and 401k match available after eligibility requirements are met.
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Cattle Clerk for Smith Cattle Co.
A little about the business: Welcome to Smith Cattle Co. We are a growing cattle feedlot and provide cattle transportation while farming and hauling hay and grain. We are located in Lewisville, Idaho about 20 minutes north of Idaho Falls. Our team is made up of individuals who are dedicated to the safety and well-being of others along with the livestock and crops we care for.
We are hiring a full-time Cattle Clerk to join our team. The role of a Cattle Clerk is of the utmost importance. It includes proficient math skills, critical thinking, problem-solving, detail- oriented, strong organization skills, and keeping accurate records on incoming/outgoing cattle. This position will also have opportunities to assist with cattle processing as well as operating farming equipment during planting and harvest seasons.
What you would be doing:
- Maintenance of computerized cattle inventory; Lots/Pens, etc. into accounting system.
- Record shipping and receiving cattle (sales/purchases). Record incoming and outgoing weights. Lot Close-Outs. Weighing commodity trucks.
- Ensure accuracy of data for bi-weekly customer billing.
- Maintain accurate Inventory of Cattle Medication Room.
- Entry and maintenance of feed inventory within accounting program.
- Answer telephone taking detailed messages assuring delivery as needed.
What we're looking for:
- Associate degree in agriculture business or science (Bachelor’s preferred but not required).
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Strong customer service skills are a great team player, and are teachable.
- 3-5 years verifiable Microsoft Excel experience and are proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to maintain confidential and meticulous cattle records.
We offer competitive hourly pay based on experience along with health insurance, paid time off, and 401K.
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