Outside Operations

At NEW Cooperative, we're committed to supporting agriculture, strengthening our communities, and investing in our people. As a farmer-owned cooperative, we provide meaningful career opportunities across operations, agronomy, grain, feed, energy, transportation, administration, technology, and corporate services.

Whether you're just beginning your career or bringing years of experience, you'll find a team that values safety, integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a difference every day.

Explore the position below to see how you can become part of the NEW Cooperative team.

(Eligible for our Referral Bonus Program - Please be sure to indicate the NEW Cooperative employee on your application)

Position Summary/Objective: Fulfills the demands of the location by providing agronomy and grain-related customer services in a safe and effective manner.

Include but are not limited to the following:

• Assist in loading and unloading of products from vehicles based on work orders.
• Unloads and loads grain from trucks and wagons.
• Fill and transport NH3 equipment.
• Operate commercial application equipment as needed.
• Operate a semi-truck in the off-season or as needed.
• Assist in other areas of the location as needed.

• Ensures that work area, equipment, and vehicles are all neat, clean, and well maintained.
• Assist in setup & maintenance of equipment.
• Perform standard routine maintenance of equipment.
• Perform standard routine maintenance and repairs to equipment throughout all areas of the location.

• Use all tools, equipment, and vehicles carefully and for their intended use.
• Works extended hours as requested by supervisor to ensure good customer service in busy season.

• Performs work in a safe manner at all times and uses the appropriate PPE.
• Checks the work area for hazards and corrects/reports unsafe conditions.
• Consider the safety of oneself, and other employees, and customers.
• Follows all safety protocols and seeks advice from supervisor when uncertain.

• Maintains open communication and cooperates with supervisor, departments, and fellow employees.
• Communicates with supervisor and others immediately when unexpected problems cause absence, lateness, or the need to leave early.

• Abides by policies set forth in the employee policy manual.
• Carries a fair share of the workload.
• Promotes NEW Cooperative through positive, friendly, and professional interactions.
• Is punctual, follows directives, and works in an efficient and timely manner; accepts personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of the work.
• Understands that satisfactory attendance is essential to the efficient operation of the work environment.

• Continually works to satisfy customers to address questions/concerns through effective communication, solving problems, responding to questions, and managing their expectations.

• Establishes personal performance goals and works toward these goals.
• Continually upgrades and demonstrates knowledge of the job.

• Must be licensed and insurable to drive.
• Must have or the ability to obtain a Class A CDL (Commercial Driver s License) with tanker and Haz Mat endorsement.
• Must have or be able to obtain a Commercial Handler’s or Applicator’s License.
• Understand the importance of providing extremely high levels of customer service.
• High school diploma or GED with 1-3 months of related experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions,…