Exploring Ag Agronomy Intern - Central, WI

Exploring Ag Agronomy Intern - Central, WI Company: Insight FS State: WI POSTING DATES: At least five business days SUPERVISOR: Jeff Boyd LOCATION: Central, WI

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

Serves as the Agronomy Operations intern under the direction of location management, trains and assists with general Agronomy functions to learn the foundation of the system and industry prepare for future career.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Hands-on experience in agronomy field and operations. Assist with facility and equipment maintenance and repair. Visit FS locations and customers building professional relationships. Operate field research and crop monitoring equipment and technology for scouting. Apply crop nutrition and crop protection products. Gain understanding and experience with ordering, receiving, and inventory control.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Follows GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply. Performs all other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Must be pursuing a degree or certification from a community college, technical college or university and in good academic standing at time the internship begins. Must have ability to obtain a CDL and commercials applicator’s license with required endorsements, a satisfactory driving record, and valid medical card. Demonstrates ability to work independently. Demonstrates essential abilities including communication, customer focus, decision making, and skill development. Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record. Must be able to travel independently and overnight when necessary. Frequently required to lift 51-70 pounds as needed. Frequently exposed and required to work in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, wet, etc.), as well as working at various heights or elevated platforms. Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK’s policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position. We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans. Employment is contingent on, among other things, receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law. SECURING YOUR FUTURE, ONE BENEFIT AT A TIME. Our benefits packages aredesigned to support every aspect of our employees’ well-being—from health plans to life insurance, robust retirement plans, and more.We provide benefits that meet their needs today while also ensuring a secure future. Offerings may include, but are not limited to:

UNITED STATES:

Fully Funded Pension* 401(k) & Employer Match HSA & Employer Contributions Life Insurance Disability Identity Protection

• The pension plan is subject to individual company participation. Those who do not participate in the pension plan enjoy a higher 401(k) employer match.
• *Some benefits are subject to the hiring company.

CANADA:

RRSP Life Insurance Disability *Benefit eligibility may be dependent on employment type Nearest Major Market: Wausau Job Segment: Scientific, Facilities, Engineering, Operations, Research #J-18808-Ljbffr FS System