Operations Support 1 - East Grand Forks

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held organization, with roots firmly planted in agriculture and agriculture-related businesses.

The J.R. Simplot Company is a true farm-to-table company with operations that touch every aspect of agriculture, including seed production, farming and ranching, plant sciences, fertilizer manufacturing, food processing, commercial product development, and distribution.

Summary :

Under general direction, the Operations Support performs a variety of job responsibilities which may include delivery of fertilizer and chemical products to customers from the retail office, customer service, vehicle maintenance, equipment and facility maintenance work, and fertilizer blending.

Key Responsibilities :

• Performs varied responsibilities such as : equipment and plant maintenance including welding, pump and engine overhauls, painting, and general housekeeping responsibilities;
• loading and delivering fertilizer and chemicals to customers; operating equipment to blend fertilizer; monitoring product application by calculating amounts, calibrating equipment, controlling application rates, and cleaning and storing equipment after application process;

receiving and unloading product and performing warehouse inventory and storage functions. Responsible for keeping a clean, orderly vehicle and organizing the warehouse and yard materials.

• Under limited supervision support the daily operations of a busy agricultural shop
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair and perform scheduled and preventative maintenance on trucks, tractors and assorted farm equipment.
• Ability to read and write work orders
• Ensure the proper loading and operations of vehicles in compliance with DOT, OSHA and Hazmat regulations. Comply with all company and customer safety requirements.
• Miscellaneous duties such as assisting with special projects, attending training sessions, providing back-up when needed, and other work-related duties as assigned by supervisor / manager.
• Promote and live the Simplot brand to our customers, employees and community as the best-in-class Agricultural distributor.

Responsible for accurate, timely, and safe product deliveries and where applicable, product application.

Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.

They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Typical Education :

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Relevant Experience :

• 1+ years related experience and / or training
• Knowledge of basic farm equipment and operation preferred
• Ability to do a variety of tasks in succession, i.e., blending products together, loading a truck, and driving the truck to a farm.
• Ability to accurately and safely operate heavy equipment such as a sprayer / applicator and semi-truck and trailer.
• Ability to use a computer, including Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook or mobile app.
• Ability to learn and manipulate company software.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with management, other team members, and customers.

Required Certifications :

• Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred
• Must be able to lift 50lbs
• Ag-Industry Hours overtime in peak season as required

Combination of education, training and / or experience will be considered for this position.

Job Requisition ID : 16853

Travel Required : None

Location(s) : SGS Retail - East Grand Forks

Country : United States

The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.