Agronomy Operator

Town and Country Supply Association•Hardin, MT

About The Position

Work in a full-service agronomy operation handling dry and liquid fertilizer, seed, seed treatment, crop protection products, and custom application. Duties may also include equipment and plant maintenance, forklift and loader operation, driving tender trucks, filling fertilizer tanks and bins, loading customer vehicles, unloading deliveries, and other duties as required. Perform work accurately and promptly to support customer satisfaction and the organization’s reputation and profitability. The role helps operate the agronomy plant efficiently and provides customer service. It involves coordinating with the Location Manager, patrons, CDL drivers, and custom applicators; maintaining the facility and equipment; supporting sales and inventory accuracy; following safety policies; and helping train seasonal employees. The position works 40–50 hours per week, with longer hours during peak seasons. Working conditions may include dust, hazardous materials, and exposure to weather, chemicals, fumes, and moving mechanical parts.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Knowledge of agriculture and cooperatives.
People and supervisory skills.
Class A CDL or ability to obtain one.
Acceptable driving record.
Use tact and diplomacy when dealing with customers and personnel.
Dependable, with good attendance.
Competent in handling equipment safely.
Must meet Department of Transportation physical and medical requirements and pass substance abuse screening; the role is subject to random and other required screenings under company policy.
Able to lift and move up to 80 pounds.
Able to work 40–50 hours per week and longer during peak seasons.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and address problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Responsibilities

Help oversee agronomy plant operations, including blending, loading, product delivery, and general labor.
Attend daily meetings.
Coordinate with the Location Manager, patrons, CDL drivers, and custom applicators.
Maintain the facility and equipment, keeping them clean and in safe working condition.
Provide customer service and support increased sales to customers.
Observe and enforce organizational policies and safety requirements.
Maintain a consistent corporate image and culture in facility operations and appearance.
Promote a strong safety culture and follow applicable safety policies, procedures, and regulations.
Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct unsafe actions or conditions, or seek assistance.
Keep the Location Manager informed of operational, customer, vendor, or employee issues.
Help and train seasonal employees.
Work with the Location Manager and Sales Agronomists to establish strategic marketing plans for the Agronomy Division.
Ensure inventory accuracy and product availability for sale.
Operate equipment and handle products, deliveries, fertilizer tanks and bins, and customer vehicle loading as required.