PTI Farm Coordinator

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Location:

Pontiac, IL, US

Brand: PTx

Workplace Type:
Onsite

• Report to and assist Precision Planting’s Precision Technology Institute Farm Director and Commercial Agronomist to develop a plot layout and assist in managing the preparation, planting, and management of the PTI farm.
• Coordinate the scheduling of the PTI farm for visitor use and field shows.
• Assist in developing and executing a marketing plan and needed activities to promote the work and findings at the Precision Technology Institute.
• Assist in developing a marketing plan to leverage the learnings and experiences on the farm to take to other locations and dealers.
• Assist in collaborating with external organizations to maximize the Precision Technology Institutes utilization.
• Operate demonstration equipment for dealer and farmer ride and drives.
• Perform daily field operations as needed such as tillage, planting, spraying, mowing, cultivating, fertilizer application.
• Maintain plots in good visual condition during growing season through mowing, weeding, and tilling.
• Oversee the installation of the appropriate signs uniformly on plots, following consistent guidelines for numbering and lettering so signs look consistent.
• Assist in harvest calculations and preparation of yield summary data.

• Associates degree in Agronomy or Precision Agriculture, or related experience
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Proactive approach to problem solving
• 3+ years of relevant experience
• Ability to manage multiple projects at one time
• Experience with Excel, Word, and Power Point

This position will be within the range of $54,797 to $110,000, based on experience. This position is eligible for a bonus based on 5% of compensation.

Health care and wellness plans

Dental and vision plans

Flexible and virtual work options (where available)

401(k) Savings Plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan offering eligible employees the ability to purchase AGCO stock at a discounted price

Paid holidays and paid time off

Health savings and flexible spending accounts

Reimbursement for continuing education

Life insurance and other supplemental insurance plans

You will work with you wonderful AGCO Colleagues in Onsite model from Pontiac, IL

We value inclusion and recognize the innovation a diverse workforce delivers to our farmers. Through our recruitment efforts, we are committed to building a team that includes a variety of experiences, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives.

We engineer and deliver precision ag hardware, software, and cloud based platforms that connect every corner of the farm.

Job Segment: Agricultural, Agronomy, Scientific, Agriculture, Engineering

AGCO is a global leader in design, manufacture and distribution of agricultural machinery and precision technology. AGCO delivers value to farmers and OEM customers through its differentiated brand portfolio including leading brands like Fendt®, Massey Ferguson®, PTx and Valtra®. AGCO's full line of equipment, smart farming solutions and services helps farmers sustainably feed our world.