Agriculture Jobs of the Week 7-8-24

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Top Agriculture Jobs of the Week

For the week of 7-8-2024

AgHires works hard to be the number one resource for top jobs in agriculture. The agriculture industry provides a variety of job opportunities that range far and wide. Take a moment to search through the thousands of current job openings on AgHires.com, and check out this week’s top Agriculture Jobs of the Week below. 

Sales Support Analyst for N-Drip

A little about the business: N-Drip is on a mission to save water resources while supporting agriculture around the world. Our disruptive gravity-powered micro-irrigation solutions and our decision support system, N-Drip Connect™, enable sustainable farming and an efficient water-energy-food cycle.

As we continue to expand, we are looking to recruit a Sales Support Analyst to join our USA-based N-Drip / Connect™ team and help us lead the change in agriculture. This representative will be responsible for supporting sales by identifying new business opportunities, cultivating partnerships, and overseeing the implementation of initiatives to meet revenue targets and organizational objectives.

What you would be doing:

  • Conduct market research and analyze emerging trends, competitive threats, and new business opportunities. Utilize insights to inform strategic decision-making and market positioning.
  • Identify and pursue strategic partnerships, alliances, and joint ventures to enhance the company's market presence and expand its reach. Execute the partnership agreement and be the established point of contact at N-Drip for ongoing communication.
  • Drive sales efforts by lead generation activities to achieve revenue targets and maximize business opportunities.

What we're looking for:

  • B.S. in Business, Marketing, or related field; MBA or equivalent preferred.
  • 2+ years of business development or strategic market planning experience.
  • 2+ years of project management experience.
  • 2+ years of business and/or market analytics experience.

N-Drip offers a competitive salary range of $65,000 - 100k (dependent on candidate education and/or experience), promotes from within, and provides opportunities for career advancement. Company vehicles are provided for work-related travel. Employer paid (80%) individual, (50%) family, dental, and vision insurance are provided. 15 days or PTO per year, long and short-term disability are included in the benefits package.

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Agriculture Equipment Technician for Wellington Implement

A little about the business: Wellington Implement is a family-owned and operated company that has served Wellington and surrounding communities for over 90 years. As a Case IH “Pinnacle” dealership, Wellington Implement employs a team of professionals who have developed a customer-centric reputation, supporting farmers, property owners and businesses with innovative equipment and service.

Wellington Implement is seeking a talented Equipment Technician to join their Case IH team in Wellington, OH. The ideal candidate will have experience with working on Case equipment or similar experience as we will provide Case IH training that will allow you to be a successful Case IH ag equipment technician.

What we're looking for:

  • 10+ years dealership experience
  • Expert electrical, hydraulic, engine & SCR diagnostic skills
  • CNH SCR & Engines certifications preferred
  • CNH Level 3 in high horsepower tractors plus ability to diagnose and repair engines, powershift & CVT transmissions preferred
  • CNH Level 3 in combines & ability to accurately assess a machine and diagnose & repair all systems preferred

We offer:

  • Competitive total compensation up to $91,000/year depending on experience
  • Relocation assistance
  • Comprehensive insurance package including health, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability, and life.
  • Paid time off
  • 401K with company match

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Chief Sales Officer for Enlightened Soil

A little about the business: Enlightened Soil is an innovative mid-stage start-up based in South Carolina at the forefront of sustainable agriculture, producing a soil amending, bio-stimulant concentrate derived from green algae. Their product, EnSoil Algae, is licensed in all 50 states, labeled as organic in the US and Canada, and already well vetted domestically and internationally, with application on both organic and conventional operations.

The Chief Sales Officer (CSO), based remotely, provides leadership for all aspects of the company’s sales operations with an emphasis on short- and long-term growth initiatives, strategic market penetration, and continued business development. 

What you would be doing:

  • Oversee the ongoing operations of the sales division, including all employment decisions and sales strategy.
  • Work collaboratively with the board of directors and other executives to establish short-term objectives and long-range goals, and related plans and policies.
  • Present regular reports on the status of the company’s operations to the board of directors and to company staff.
  • Develop and execute a planned approach by creating a sales plan for accounts and contacts to target, activities, and milestones leading to the generation of sales.

What we're looking for:

  • A bachelor's degree or higher in agri-business, agriculture, agronomy, crop and soil sciences, plant pathology or related field. Business administration or equivalent proven work experience in an ag related leadership advisory role also encouraged to apply.
  • 10+ years of experience in agriculture sales, management, and operational leadership.
  • Strong sales experience, heavy in product commercialization.
  • Background in crop protection and/or nutrient ag product lines with experience in the sale and manufacturing of synthetic or biological products.

Along with a highly collaborative and inclusive work environment, we offer a competitive base salary, equity, company paid healthcare, and life insurance coverage. You will be based remotely working out of a home office with domestic travel when necessary.

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Grower for Hood's Gardens

A little about the business: Welcome to Hood’s Gardens! We are a wholesale annual flower grower supplying highest quality plant material to the central Indiana area. We are hiring a Grower for annual flower production in Noblesville, IN (about 20 miles northeast of Indianapolis). 

What you would be doing: 

  • As part of the growing team, you will help with producing and maintaining the highest quality plant material for the central Indiana market, while keeping the facility clean and operating efficiently.
  • This grower position is responsible for all the plant health and quality of crops in assigned growing areas. The focus is on the watering, fertilization, soil testing, growth regulation and monitoring and treating any pest, or disease in all assigned crop zones.
  • Team members will work together to determine the best options for their zones and will each participate in crop scouting, releasing biologicals agents, and general pesticide applications.

What we're looking for: 

  • High school diploma or GED and at least 2 years of experience in greenhouse production required -OR- Associate’s Degree or higher in Horticulture or related field.
  • Experience with pest management and pesticide applications.
  • Pesticide operator license is required to be obtained within first 3 months of hire.
  • Ability to apply chemicals while wearing protective equipment.

We offer competitive compensation based on experience along with medical, dental and life insurance.  We also offer a matching 401K and paid time off for vacations and holidays. 

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Shift Leader for Verbio Diesel Canada

A little about the business: VERBIO Diesel Canada (VDC) is a subsidiary of VERBIO AG, a well-established, successful biofuel company in Germany. VERBIO Diesel Canada Corporation (VDC) invests in a biodiesel and glycerine production facility in Welland, Ontario. VDC will become one of the leading biodiesel producer in North America with an annual capacity of approx. 150,000 tons of biodiesel and 18,000 tons of crude glycerin. VDC strives for technological leadership in the field of production of renewable fuels.

The Shift Leader ensures a safe work environment while delivering maximum production quantity and the highest product quality. This is done by operating the Human Machine Interface (HMI) to move product through processing stages while supporting the policies, goals and objectives of VDC. The Shift Leader reports to Production Manager for daily schedules and tasks and is supervising the Process Operators on shift.

What you would be doing: 

  • Operates HMI equipment; understands regulations relating to process operations and works in a manner to ensure that these regulations are met
  • Coordinates and plans daily with the Terminal Supervisor and Terminal Operators in regards to loading/unloading and the Logistics Planning schedule
  • Performs small repairs on equipment; communicates directly with the maintenance department to coordinate complicated repairs and maintenance requirements; submits work requests via maintenance management system; assists maintenance employees and contractors as needed in performing maintenance and repairs
  • Completion of work permits

What we're looking for:

  • High school diploma; Engineering Fourth Class Certification an asset
  • Experience in operating Human Machine Interface (HMI)
  • Experience in leadership and supervisor position
  • Vegetable oil experience within the food, biodiesel or chemical industry is an asset.
  • Demonstrated mechanical knowledge and ability
  • A working knowledge of computer software programs such as Microsoft Office and the Internet; effective leadership skills is an asset

We offer:

  • Full time employment with opportunities to grow and learn in a team environment in a sustainable and growing economic environment
  • Competitive compensation package
  • Full benefits package including extended health, dental, vision, and a Health Spending Account
  • Company training programs
  • Shift premiums
  • RRSP program with employer matching
  • Variable bonus program

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Lila Huelster

Lila Huelster

Lila Huelster is the Marketing Coordinator at AgHires. Her long-time interest in agriculture led her to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Agribusiness Communications where she graduated from Southeast Missouri State University. Lila spent her first two years with AgHires as a Recruiter, with a prior background in social media marketing and copywriting. At AgHires, she is passionate about using her recruiting and marketing expertise to create helpful resources for employers and job seekers across the industry.