Agriculture Jobs of the Week 9-16-2024

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Top Agriculture Jobs of the Week

For the week of 9-16-24

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. 

On-Farm Agronomist for Severson Ag

A little about the business: Welcome to Severson Ag! We are a 5000-acre row crop farm in Rockford, Illinois, and a leader in high-precision, high-management agricultural operations. As a third-generation farm, we pride ourselves on our commitment to operational excellence and advanced agronomy practices. We focus on integrating cutting-edge technology and scientific management techniques to drive efficiency and productivity in our farming operations.

We are currently looking for a dedicated and experienced Agronomist to join our team. In this role, you'll be instrumental in optimizing our crop production through hands-on fieldwork, data analysis, and strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of modern agronomy practices and demonstrate the ability to apply these methods effectively within a dynamic, high-management agricultural environment.

What you will do:

  • Perform tissue and soil sampling to assess nutrient levels and soil health, and analyze results to guide nutrient management and soil improvement strategies.
  • Perform routine field scouting for pests, diseases, and weeds.
  • Identify potential issues early and work with associated experts in the field to form optimum solutions.
  • Evaluate and select the most suitable seeds and chemical inputs for various crops, considering local conditions and crop goals.
  • Collaborate with suppliers and stay informed about the latest advancements in seed and chemical technologies.

What we're looking for: 

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in an agriculture related field required (agronomy, crop consulting, farm management, etc..)
  • Bachelor’s Degree in an agricultural related field, or relative years of experience, preferred.
  • CCA license a plus

We Offer:

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Comprehensive benefits including health and dental, PTO, retirement plan and more
  • Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
  • A collaborative and supportive work environment, allowing for a flexible work schedule.

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Sow Farm Manager for Tosh Farms

A little about the business: Tosh Farms is a rapidly growing, family-owned crop and swine production business with over 450 employees and growing to 500 employees within the next year. While we are family-owned, we are not a small outfit - we have 3 companies operating under the Tosh Farms - Tosh Farms, Tosh Pork, and Bacon by Gosh. We are the #1 pork producer in the state of Tennessee and top 30 in the United States.

Tosh Farms is looking for an exceptional leader to direct the operations at a 6,000-8,000 head sow farm located in McKenzie TN. The Manager will be responsible for managing all aspects of production including teaching and developing current staff, maintaining excellent culture, producing high quality pigs, and animal welfare.

In this role you should expect to:

  • Be responsible for employee safety, performance, and compliance which includes:
  • Creating and maintaining an excellent employee culture on farm
  • Performance management
  • Appropriate staffing
  • Championing farm safety
  • Employee training
  • Ensure proper daily care of breeding sows and piglets by maintaining appropriate environmental conditions, nutrition and following applicable animal health and biosecurity procedures.

What you will need to succeed in this role:

  • BS degree in Animal Science strongly preferred but not required
  • In lieu of degree, at least 6 years of experience in swine farm management
  • At least 3 years of sow farm management experience
  • Demonstrable analytical aptitude, decision-making, problem-solving, organization, and planning capabilities with independent decision-making ability
  • Ability to drive change as well as lead, mentor, and train others

We offer:

  • Company Paid Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
  • Low cost share on Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance through BCBS of TN
  • 401(k)with company match - 50% of 8%
  • Scholarships provided for all dependent children up to age 26
  • Student Loan Assistance - we pay your student loans for you
  • Tuition Reimbursement for employee
  • Generous Paid time off
  • Holidays & Floating Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Referral program

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Purchasing & Inventory Coordinator for eGenesis

A little about the business: At eGenesis, we are committed to ending the global transplant shortage and transforming the treatment of organ failure. eGenesis is bringing that vision closer to reality with leading programs in kidney and cell transplantation. Our Indiana facility is our newest biomedical facility, housing our research animals, laboratory, treatment rooms, and offices for a growing team, with additional building expansion expected to be completed in the next year.

eGenesis is seeking a Purchasing and Inventory Coordinator to join the Operations team at our Indiana animal research facility, one hour north of West Lafayette. You will be critical to the smooth and efficient function of the facility including ordering and maintaining inventory, shipping, receiving, and schedule equipment maintenance with external vendors and internal team members. This role is an opportunity for a solutions-oriented person who thrives on managing details and wants to be part of a team. This role works onsite Monday through Friday with no travel requirements.

What you will do:

  • Coordinate with outside vendors to schedule preventative maintenance on key equipment and keep accurate records of that maintenance in the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System)
  • Purchase and maintain the inventory of common goods and supplies for lab, facilities, and office
  • Serve as the on-site health and safety coordinator, you will be the primary contact for our safety consultant and regulated waste vendors.
  • Actively engage with operations team members at our other sites in Wisconsin and Massachusetts to ensure proper protocols are being upheld
  • Maintain accurate inventory records and manage stock levels to maintain replenishment
  • Ship and Receive packages
What You Will Bring:
  • Ability to accurately follow standard protocols
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize assignments
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Team player with the ability to work with a diverse group of people in a dynamic environment.
  • Ability to occasionally work evenings and/or weekends as business needs dictate.

We offer a competitive pay of $50,000 - $60,000 paid hourly, medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous PTO and sick time, paid holidays, continuing education tuition stipend, and 401k contribution.

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Lead Mechanic for Hogue Ranches

A little about the business: Hogue Ranches is a 1300-acre fruit operation, using various brands of equipment. We pride ourselves in our clean, modern, and well-equipped shop. 

We are hiring a Lead Mechanic to oversee our equipment repair facility in Prosser, WA. In this senior-level role, you will oversee a staff of 1-5 technicians and work to service harvesting and spraying equipment, tractors and trucks. Our service work includes in-season repairs and troubleshooting along with winter overhauls of equipment and new equipment set-up.

What you would be doing: 

  • Maintain all equipment, implements, tractors, trucks, trailers and pickups in proper and good working condition.
  • Consult supervisor on major repairs, significant repairs to older equipment and when sending equipment to town for repair or incurring field work charges.
  • Actively communicate with equipment and vehicle users about the condition of equipment and vehicles and the best practices for extending their useful life and maximizing their effectiveness.
  • Keep maintenance records.
  • Hold monthly safety meetings.

We offer

  • Hourly pay dependent on the qualifications of the individual, ranging from $20- $25 per hour
  • Simple IRA plan with a guaranteed match up to 3% of compensation
  • Family-owned work atmosphere
  • Relocation benefits if applicable

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Field Operations Manager for NEXAT

A little about the business:  NEXAT is the synergy of 50 years of development expertise and cutting-edge technology from market-leading agricultural machinery manufacturers. The result is NEXAT: the world’s first and only holistic crop production system that can answer the challenges of the future in technical, economic and ecological terms; a milestone for the development of CO 2 -neutral agriculture in worldwide.

As the Field Operations Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring overall customer success, starting from initial business development and extending through customer demonstrations to on-site operation.

Your tasks:

  • Integration of the holistic NEXAT crop production system at reference sites.
  • Support of the system from initial start-up to integrated plant production
  • Independent organization and supervision of reference companies and their processes
  • Implementation of sales and service support measures on site
  • Carrying out product training and instruction in an international environment
  • Preparation of specifications based on customer needs as well as the preparation and implementation of projects

What you bring with you:

  • A degree in mechanical engineering, agricultural engineering or agricultural sciences and sound knowledge in the field of agricultural engineering
  • Ability to formulate complex relationships precisely
  • Strong communication skills, resilient, flexible
  • Outgoing and confident when making product arguments and communicating technical knowledge

Good reasons to join the team:

  • You work with us on unique projects that do not exist anywhere in the world yet
  • We know each other personally and maintain an open and honest contact
  • As an owner-managed company, we have little bureaucracy and short decision-making paths
  • You can bring in your personal ideas and work independently
  • We support you in the development of your potentials

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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.