Top Agriculture Jobs of the Week
For the week of 6-17-24
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.
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. We’re looking for a transformational leader to take the company into national exposure while directing the cultural change that comes along with progressive growth. You’ll be working closely with the company’s founder in addition to leading an existing sales team of 4 dedicated employees, all working remotely, and hiring additional sales representatives for your growing team. You will be interacting heavily with customers and distribution leaders. The current product is being sold direct to growers with a short-term goal of heavier expansion into distribution and retail channels.
What you'll do:
- 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.
- Identify and capitalize on the crop segments that will allow for the highest impact of market growth.
What we're looking for:
- Demonstrated experience as a successful sales leader, preferably in ag biologicals across the conventional agriculture, regenerative agriculture, and/or municipalities industries.
- Experience with a market leader or high growth agriculture company that has consistently hit ambitious growth targets, ideally with a mix of startup and established company experience.
- Strong background in conventional agriculture with experience in row (corn, soybeans, wheat, cotton, etc.) and/or specialty crop markets with a passion for regenerative agriculture.
- Proven track record of growing ag products or services revenue through direct and channel sales and field/inside sales teams, across direct to grower, ag retail and independent dealerships.
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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Farm Equipment Operator for Melberg Farms
A little about the business: Welcome to Melberg Farms! We’re a large progressive family-owned and operated farm in South Central Minnesota. We produce and deliver several cash crops including corn, soybeans, sugar beets, sweet corn, peas, and wheat. We pride ourselves on providing a very family friendly and laid-back atmosphere but focus on high productivity and efficiency as well. Most of our machinery is new or next to new John Deere equipment with the latest technology.
We’re hiring a Farm Equipment Operator to join our team in Hector, MN (about 80 miles southwest of Minneapolis).
What you will be doing:
- Operating farm, agriculture, and other heavy equipment.
- Assisting with farming services such as application, tillage, planting, and harvesting.
- Perform preventative maintenance on farm-agriculture equipment and trucks.
- Driving semi-truck delivering corn, soybeans, and other crops.
- Prior operating experience with farm, agriculture, and other heavy equipment. We are willing to train!
- Basic mechanical knowledge working on farm and other heavy equipment.
- Outstanding work ethic with the ability to work well in a team environment.
- Ability to work longer hours during planting and harvest seasons. Flexible work hours in the offseason.
- Overall passion for the agriculture industry.
We offer competitive hourly compensation of $19-$25 depending on experience, health insurance allowance, short-term housing available to the right person, bonuses, and paid vacation.
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Solar Sales Consultant for Harvest Solar
A little about the business: Harvest Solar is a Michigan-based company that provides cost-effective renewable energy for agriculture, commercial, and utility customers yielding more energy independence by utilizing solar energy. We believe in energy independence and a sustainable future for our children and grandchildren. Our purpose is to empower people to create and use renewable energy by providing them with the best‐in‐class service, products, and experience.
We are seeking a Solar Sales Consultant to drive solar system sales working remotely in the Southeast Michigan area. You will be focused on selling to rural residential, agricultural, and small businesses. You would be focused on the origination of new business by identifying customer prospects, developing solar energy proposals, and executing all transactions required to consummate a sale and that meet the company sales goals. The position requires direct customer interaction to manage the customer through the entire sales process and beyond ensuring superior customer service and referral opportunities.
What you would be doing:
- All sales processes and customer relations within the designated sales geography, including obtaining all signed agreements and payments.
- Conduct site surveys and assessments, gathering complete information to be used for proposals, interconnection agreements, local utility agreements, and other required applications and forms.
- Prepare and make sales and informational presentations directly for end users, focus groups, trade shows and related events representing the area.
- Developing and implementing plans for products and services that determine and meet customer requirements.
- Negotiate and close sales.
- Aggressively build a portfolio of long-term customers within the area.
- Minimum high school diploma or GED. Associate degree or higher preferred.
- 1-2 years’ sales experience.
- Valid State Driver’s License.
- Willing to train all you would need to know about solar energy to support sales.
We offer:
- A competitive base salary plus commission with no cap.
- 85% Health Premiums Paid by Company
- 401k Matching Plan
- Paid Weekly
- Remote work environment.
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Territory Sales Manager for Jim's Supply Co.
A little about the business: Jim's Supply Co. is the leading provider and producer of trellising materials. We understand that trellising systems are not one-size-fits-all. Because of our domestic manufacturing facility, we too can work with growers to design the most effective and reliable trellising systems. We also have a multitude of field supplies, including harvesting and pruning equipment, training and tying tools, safety and sanitary equipment, and much more! We have several locations throughout California and the Pacific Northwest.
What you would be doing:
- Compiles lists of prospective customers for use as sales leads, based on information from newspapers, business directories, industry ads, trade shows, Internet Web sites and other sources.
- Drives to solicit regular and prospective customers and communicate by telephone with customers to solicit orders.
- Collaborates with Manager on preparing responses to bids and contract negotiations involving customers.
- Cold calling to develop additional customer base in assigned territory.
- Develops and maintains relationships with decision makers within customer business.
What we're looking for:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communication, Ag Business or a Related field which would provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position and at least one (1) year proven success in Outside Sales Experience OR High School Diploma/GED equivalency and 5+ years’ experience in the Vineyard/Trellis/Steel industry in an Outside Sales capacity.
- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization utilizing excellent verbal, written, and customer service skills.
- Valid drivers’ license with acceptable and insurable driving record and personal car insurance as determined by the company’s liability insurance.
We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package.
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Plumbing Installation Technician for N-Drip
A little about the business: N-Drip Gravity Micro Irrigation is the first and only irrigation-micro solution powered by gravity. N-Drip’s disruptive technology provides precise irrigation, producing higher yields while saving water, without adding energy or needing water filtration. N-Drip's systems have been proven successful with conventional and organic agronomy practices, hand or machine-harvested crops, commercial growing operations, and small-scale farms.
As we continue our rapid growth, we are looking for a new member to join the team as a full-time Plumbing Installation Technician in Parker, AZ. Within this role, you will travel from site to site to assist irrigators in installing drip irrigation systems. Your main responsibility will be fitting plumbing, PVC, and irrigation components.
What you would be doing:
- Operate irrigation systems at multiple farms and project sites
- Installation of drip irrigation and components, including pipes, valves, fittings, and flow meters.
- Troubleshoot and diagnose plumbing problems, promptly implementing effective solutions to minimize system downtime.
- Collaborate with field technicians to ensure proper integration of plumbing components with the overall irrigation system.
- Stage and prep system components needed for projects
- Keep accurate records of installations and repairs performed. Ensure system is installed to company standards.
What we're looking for:
- Must have a valid driver’s license
- Ability and willingness to work outside in all seasons
- Ability to lift 25 pounds with no mobility limitations
- Highly self-motivated with a strong ability to communicate clearly in a timely manner
We are also open to:
- B ring experience with outdoor plumbing, pipefitting, welding, fabrication, pipe installation, pre-construction, landscaping, hardscaping, pool installation, or pool repair.
- Are earlier in their careers looking to grow and bring an inherent drive and desire to continuously learn and improve.
N-Drip offers a competitive salary, promotes from within, and provides opportunities for career advancement. Occasional overtime, night, and weekend hours are offered and are compensated for with time and a half. Company vehicles are provided for work-related travel. Employer-paid (80%) individual, (50%) family, dental, and vision insurance are provided. An automatic pension plan (401k), 15 days of PTO per year, long and short-term disability are included in the benefits package.
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The opportunities within the agriculture industry are endless. Whether you are looking to start your journey or take the next step in your agriculture career, there is a place for you. Go to AgHires.com to search thousands of current job openings, ranging from agronomy jobs to marketing jobs to service technician jobs. New jobs are uploaded to our website daily.
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