Applicator I - Plant Nutrient

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Position Summary

This position is responsible for providing accurate and timely mixing, hauling, spreading, and application of liquid and dry fertilizer and farm chemicals for customers; this may include non-farm applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Understand product label specifications and operational procedures/standards for custom application

• Utilize the information supplied and the technology in the application equipment to ensure that the right products at the right rates are applied to the right fields and customers.

• Complete and deliver timely and proper applicator logs, delivery paperwork, field application forms, and other paperwork to appropriate personnel and customers 

• Perform daily inspection of equipment prior to field application and post application

• Handle and deliver bulk and packaged materials, seed, and other agriculture inputs

• Assist in regular facility duties including basic equipment maintenance and housekeeping  

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Has basic skills in an analytical or scientific method or operational process

• Works within clearly defined standard operations procedures and or scientific methods and adheres to quality guidelines

• Works with close supervision

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred

• 0-2 years’ relevant experience required

• Must be able to maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record

• Current Class A CDL or ability to obtain

• Current Commercial Applicator license or ability to obtain  

• Prior agriculture experience preferred 

Physical Requirements and Working Environment

• Will be required to work long hours and overtime to meet seasonal demands

• Must be able to stand for an extended period of time

• Ability to frequently lift/push/pull up to 75 pounds

• Must be able to climb/stoop/kneel at heights up to 180 feet

• Works indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and temperatures

• Working conditions could include dust, fumes, moderate noise and uneven surfaces

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It does not include all responsibilities and skills required of the job and may be changed at any time. All responsibilities must be completed in compliance with all safety protocols, policies, procedures and consistent with the spirit and philosophy of The Andersons’ Statement of Principles. 

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed, but are not to be seen as a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Also, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer. The Andersons, Inc. is a Drug-Free Workplace. The Andersons, Inc. is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.

Note: The Andersons, Inc. conducts drug, alcohol and/or medical testing of applicants and employees based on type of position. A copy of our testing policy is available by contacting the HR Department at [email protected].

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