Grain Handling & Agronomy Operations Technician

The Grain & Agronomy Operations Attendant is responsible for grain handling and plant maintenance at the location.

Grain Quality & HandlingTake responsibility for good grain condition, and monthly facility inspections, as by OSHA inspection standard.

Maintaining grain inventory moistures and temperatures of silos and tanks.

Performs the dumping and receiving of producers' grain.Work SchedulesCompletes all assigned tasks according to work order estimates and their daily work schedule.

Delivers to customers products and services that are sold by the branch on schedule.

Displays reliable attendance and schedules time-off with advance notice.

• Able to work additional hours as needed including seasonal hours and some weekends.

Customer ServiceKeeps the Location Manager informed of operational, customer, vendors, or employee issues that may arise.

Promotes the business with existing and potential customers.

Projects a positive attitude to customers and employees at all times; exhibits good customer relations skills.General MaintenancePerforms required preventative maintenance and have all preventive maintenance reports turned in on time.

Assist in chemical shed with automated load out system.

Assist with NH3 plant and dry fertilizer plant.

Grounds keeping as assigned by location manager.Safety & OrganizationCleans up grain spills; assists in keeping all inside and outside work areas extremely neat and orderly.

Continuously follows the company employee policies, safety guidelines and safety programs established by Key Cooperative.

Completion of safety reports and required recordsEducation and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Pest Control Applicators License of grade 7-E would be beneficial.
• Class A CDL with Endorsements, or ability to obtain
• A minimum of a registered technician, or a 1-A applicator’s license,or ability to obtain

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About Key Cooperative

Key is a member-owned, rural Iowa cooperative serving agriculture producers.

With locations in 13 communities and 6 counties. Key Cooperative provides Agronomy, Energy, Feed and Grain with a small-town, yet professional feel. Our employees take pride in our identity and they're committed to the success of our owners by delivering innovation, leadership and performance.

If you're looking for a place where you can grow and be proud of what you do each day - you can find this kind of career at Key Cooperative.