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Plant Operations Specialist - GROWMARK FS, LLC - Bloomsbury, NJ

Company: GROWMARK FS LLC
City: Bloomsbury
State: NJ

SALARY RANGE: $22.00 - $24.00 - Hourly

GROWMARK FS is headquartered in Milford, Delaware with branches in New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. GROWMARK FS has about 500 employees (including seasonal workers) and approximately 13,000 customers. The cooperative does business in seed, agronomy, energy, crop protection, precision agriculture, and custom application. GROWMARK FS is part of the GROWMARK System, an agricultural cooperative serving more than 100,000 customers across North America and Ontario, Canada.

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

Assists Location Manager with the operations of assigned location including planning, scheduling, logistics, inventory, product handling, customer satisfaction, and personnel.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Collaborates with Location Manager and Crop Specialist on planning, organizing, directing and scheduling work assignments and product batching sequences for dry & liquid facilities.
• Responsible for inventory control and turns in application records on a daily basis. Assures all product is accounted for with either an invoice or delivery ticket.
• Reviews customer blending and delivery tickets for accuracy and schedules product batching sequences.
• Operates facility loading and unloading equipment, mixing equipment, and other machinery.
• Coordinates work activities of location employees.
• Performs equipment and machinery preventative maintenance, trouble-shooting, maintenance, and cleaning tasks.
• Operates and maintains facility equipment and machinery in a safe, efficient, and economical way.
• Schedules and performs maintenance of assigned equipment, rolling stock, and facilities.
• Sets up material handling, blending, storage, transport and application equipment for blending and delivery of products. Blends products according to recommended rates and procedures.
• Completes delivery tickets, transfer tickets, and invoicing for fertilizer and crop protection loads.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to safely operate sprayers, floaters, single or tandem axle trucks and other equipment to meet company and DOT standards.
• Performs and records daily safety checks of assigned vehicle(s) and associated equipment by conducting pre-trip inspections, such as checking fuel and oil levels, inspecting tires, lights, and brakes.
• Loads and unloads containers, pallets, or materials and products, safely on trucks, trailers, or railcars by hand or by forklift truck. Ensures loads are evenly balanced and distributed from the front of the trailer to the back and from side to side, checks axle weights, and loads them in accordance with DOT regulations.
• Leads personnel to follow all safe operating procedures and regulations.
• Provides customer service in a timely and accurate manner to increase customer satisfaction, maintain the reputation and profitability of the organization.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Supports and contributes to total company goals and objectives through collaboration efforts.
• 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

Normally requires a high school diploma or the equivalent thereof, and 3 or more years of related work experience to demonstrate knowledge of fertilizer facility and equipment operations.

Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.

Prefer an understanding of GROWMARK agronomy and/or energy operations.

Prefer a CDL license with a valid medical card and satisfactory driving record, as applicable.

Must have the ability to obtain and maintain required endorsements and any other applicable certifications, licenses, and permits.

Ability to work extended hours and on-call as business conditions warrant.

Frequently or continuously exposed or required to work in conditions that may include:

• Extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, snow, ice, etc.)
• Noisy conditions
• May include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards with appropriate safety measures
• May be required to work at varying heights
• Confined spaces
• Lifting 51-70 lbs

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.

At GROWMARK FS, we are dedicated to supporting the long-term financial well-being of our employees through a 401(k) plan with competitive company matching, a benefit that encourages security for the future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a variety of supplemental plans like accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection. To promote a healthy work-life balance, employees enjoy generous paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and parental leave, giving you time to recharge and focus on what matters most. Additionally, our free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supports your overall well-being. Whether you're starting your career, balancing family life, or planning for retirement, our company is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that meets your needs at every stage. Benefits eligibility may vary depending on the position.

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base pay, certain roles may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and commissions.

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 are designed 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
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 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.

CANADA:

- DC Pension Plan
- RRSP
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life Insurance
- Disability
- Volunteer Day

• Benefit eligibility may be dependent on employment type.

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