GROWMARK Exploring Agriculture Agronomy Internship - Legacy Farmers Cooperative - Findlay Area, OH

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  • Findlay, OH
  • $15.00 per hour
  • Training
  • Full-time
  • 11 hours ago
COMPANY: Legacy Farmers CooperativeHIRING MANAGER: Holly BrobstonLOCATION: Findlay Area, OHSALARY: $15/HourBENEFITS: We are dedicated to supporting the long-term financial well-being of our employees and encourage our interns to start planning for retirement early by offering them the opportunity to participate in our 401(k) plan.PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENTServes as the Agronomy Operations intern under the direction of location management, trains and assists with general Agronomy functions to learn the foundation of the system and industry prepare for future career.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
  • Hands-on experience in the agronomy field and operations.
  • Assist with facility and equipment maintenance and repair.
  • Visit FS locations and customers, building professional relationships.
  • Operate field research and crop monitoring equipment and technology for scouting.
  • Apply crop nutrition and crop protection products.
  • Gain understanding and experience with ordering, receiving, and inventory control.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS
  • Follows GROWMARK's Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA, and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
  • Must be pursuing a degree or certification from a community college, technical college, or university and in good academic standing at the time the internship begins.
  • Must have the ability to obtain a CDL and commercial applicator's license with required endorsements, a satisfactory driving record, and a valid medical card.
  • Demonstrates ability to work independently.
  • Demonstrates essential abilities including communication, customer focus, decision making, and skill development.
  • Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
  • Must be able to travel independently and overnight when necessary.
  • Frequently required to lift 51-70 pounds as needed.
  • Frequently exposed and required to work in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, wet, etc.), as well as working at various heights or elevated platforms.
  • Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK's policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position.
We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans.Employment is contingent on, among other things, receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law....SECURING YOUR FUTURE, ONE BENEFIT AT A TIME.Our benefits packages are designed to support every aspect of our employees’ well-being—from health plans to life insurance, robust retirement plans, and more. We provide benefits that meet their needs today while also ensuring a secure future.Offerings may include, but are not limited to:UNITED STATES:
  • Fully Funded Pension*
  • 401(k) & Employer Match
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • HSA & Employer Contributions
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability
  • Identity Protection
*The pension plan is subject to individual company participation. Those who do not participate in the pension plan enjoy a higher 401(k) employer match.**Some benefits are subject to the hiring company.CANADA:
  • DC Pension Plan
  • RRSP
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability
  • Volunteer Day
*Benefit eligibility may be dependent on employment type

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