What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nutrient Management Specialist position at Insight FS?
Insight FS is headquartered in Jefferson, Wisconsin with 23 branches across the state and upper peninsula of Michigan. Insight FS has 430 employees (including seasonal workers) and approximately 50,000 customers. The cooperative does business in agronomy, agri-finance, precision agriculture, nutrient management, energy, feed, grain, and turf. Insight 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
Provides nutrient management plans for customers, coordinates precision farming programs, and precision information management to achieve profitable business growth.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Develops and markets nutrient management plans and precision farming products.
Develops, organizes, and coordinates precision Ag soil testing programs and procedures.
Utilizes computer maps to gather data on soil, crops, pests, and weather that will determine a customer’s specific agri-business needs.
Provides the information link between precision farm technologies and company personnel and serves as a contact person on all matters relating to precision farming.
Assists crop sales specialists with precision farming meetings, sales interviews, proposals and presentations of nutrient management plans and other products and services.
Promotes and follows the company credit policy and collects for sales of all assigned products.
Conducts periodic training and communication meetings with employees.
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 .
May be required to spray chemicals and spread fertilizer, tender loads of fertilizer to customer locations,
Performs all other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
Normally requires a Bachelor’s in an A griculture, A gronomy, GIS/GPS, or marketing related discipline, or the equivalent thereof, and 1-2 years or more of related work experience or internships to demonstrate knowledge of precision technology and crop production management.
Must have the ability to acquire and maintain CCA and CNMP status.
Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decisi on making and skill development.
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record. May be required to acquire and maintain a CDL with appropriate endorsements.
Normally requires the ability to operate an all-terrain vehicle (ATV)
Occasionally exposed to:
Extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.)
Working conditions may include dust.
May be required to work at varying heights
Lift 21-50 lbs.
Ability to work extended hours as business conditions warrant.
Ability to travel independently and overnight.
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.
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.
**Some benefits are subject to the hiring company.
CANADA:
- DC Pension Plan
- RRSP
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life Insurance
- Disability
- Volunteer Day
- Benefit eligibility may be dependent on employment type
Nearest Major Market: Madison
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Salary : $55,076 - $74,237