Key Account Advisor
Landus Cooperative job in Dike, IA
Requirements
• Agronomy & Grain Marketing Experience: Proven experience in agronomy and/or grain sales, with deep knowledge of crop management, soil health, pest management, and grain marketing.
• Sales & Business Development: Strong sales acumen with a proven track record of prospecting, generating leads, and closing deals. Experience in driving revenue growth and meeting sales targets.
• Customer-Centric Approach: Demonstrated ability to build and nurture long-term relationships with farmer-owners and key accounts.
• Team Collaboration: Proven ability to lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide integrated solutions that meet customer needs.
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills to maintain a consistent sales pipeline, document customer interactions, and follow through on opportunities.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively present complex agronomy and grain marketing solutions to customers.
• Willingness to Travel: Ability and willingness to travel to customer farms, events, and regional engagements as needed.
• Professionalism: High standards of professionalism in appearance and behavior, serving as a strong ambassador for Landus.
Key Account Advisor
Landus Cooperative job in Atlantic, IA
Requirements
• Agronomy & Grain Marketing Experience: Proven experience in agronomy and/or grain sales, with deep knowledge of crop management, soil health, pest management, and grain marketing.
• Sales & Business Development: Strong sales acumen with a proven track record of prospecting, generating leads, and closing deals. Experience in driving revenue growth and meeting sales targets.
• Customer-Centric Approach: Demonstrated ability to build and nurture long-term relationships with farmer-owners and key accounts.
• Team Collaboration: Proven ability to lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide integrated solutions that meet customer needs.
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills to maintain a consistent sales pipeline, document customer interactions, and follow through on opportunities.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively present complex agronomy and grain marketing solutions to customers.
• Willingness to Travel: Ability and willingness to travel to customer farms, events, and regional engagements as needed.
• Professionalism: High standards of professionalism in appearance and behavior, serving as a strong ambassador for Landus.
Feed Ingredient Merchandiser
Sioux Center, IA job
Overall Job Function:
The Ingredient Merchandiser works with the Feed Division in the procurement and merchandising of bulk feed ingredients for the cooperative's feed mills and direct-ship customers. This role requires strong relationship management with suppliers and mill personnel, market knowledge, and the ability to identify opportunities that enhance the company's profitability.
Essential Job Functions:
Procures bulk ingredients for feed mills and direct-ship customers.
Track and monitor daily feed ingredient inventories across various feed mills.
Helps establish competitive ingredient pricing into feed formulations.
Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of bulk agricultural commodity markets with strong negotiating/trading skills.
Manages inbound logistics of bulk ingredients, coordinating with suppliers and contract haulers.
Identifies and executes arbitrage opportunities to improve company profitability.
Works within accounting software to analyze, record, and account for all ingredient purchases and sales.
Develops and maintains strong relationships with mill personnel, ingredient suppliers, and freight partners.
Understand and comply with risk management procedures, managing cash and futures positions on ingredients.
Assists accounting department as needed or as requested by supervisor; participates in “special projects.”
Performs other duties as assigned..
Secondary Responsibilities:
Understands the business implications of decisions and acts as an ambassador for the organization.
Synthesizes complex or diverse information effectively.
Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations.
Handles stressful situations with flexibility and adaptability to frequent changes in routine, while remaining positive and calm under pressure.
Competencies:
High level of customer service focus.
Observes safety policy and procedure as an absolute.
Team Player, understanding the greater value of the team over individual achievements
Work ethic of the highest integrity.
Commitment to dependability and willingness to work to meet goals and deadline.
Organized and detail oriented.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in agriculture or agri-business related field.
Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills.
Technology Acumen Including Microsoft Software, Tablet Computer Use, Ag Aps, etc.
Minimum of 3 Years of grain industry, agri-business or related field.
Work Requirements:
This position will flex time between an office setting and mill. Office equipment utilized will be computer, tablet, phone, fax, copy machine and other standard office equipment. While in a mill, employee will be exposed to elements, loud noise, agricultural equipment, outside weather conditions and vibrations. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes and airborne particles. The noise level is usually moderate but occasionally may be loud. PPE will be provided and must be utilized when applicable and according to safety standards. Typical working hours are 7am to 5pm Monday through Friday but will flex based on customer and organizational demand.
While performing job functions the employee will be required to talk and hear most of the time. The employee will spend frequent intervals moving and sitting, while also needing to reach, bend, twist, crawl, crouch, stoop or kneel. The employee will need to be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and 25 pounds frequently. The physicality of this job is medium.
*FCS job descriptions are a representation of a job requirements knowledge, skills, and abilities. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Benefits:
401k Company matches 50% up to your10%
PTO Accrual after 30 days of employment
Company bonus incentive
Excellent health insurance plans
Dental & Vision available
Short- & Long-Term Disability provided at no cost to you
Life Insurance
Identity Theft Insurance
Accident Insurance
Clothing Allowance
10% Discount on purchases at the How-To Building Center
Auto-ApplyFull Time Grain Handler
Boyden, IA job
Overall Job Function: The Grain Handler is responsible for daily grain operations including but not limited to grain receiving, conditioning, and storage for both outside and plant operations in accordance with the Company's policies and procedures. The position functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and performs any duty assigned to best serve the company and the customers.
Essential Job Functions:
Loads and unloads trucks arriving at and leaving the facility
Insures all outbound loads are loaded properly
Assists with daily movement of grain within facilities, as needed, in preparation for loading
Keeps facilities neat and clean on a daily basis, within defined FCS and OSHA standards
Observes, recognizes, and follows all safety procedures
Helps in performing monthly inventory as directed by location manager/supervisor
Performs equipment maintenance to ensure that equipment is kept in good working order
Handles grain in a safe manner that maintains quality, avoids unnecessary damage, and prevents accidents
Expected to assist other departments as time allows / as needed or as directed by location manager/supervisor
Must be able to communicate effectively with customers and employees
Other duties that may be assigned.
Secondary Responsibilities:
Ability to operation mobile equipment
Possess mechanical skills to perform minor maintenance tasks on grain equipment and property
Ability to handle stressful situations professionally
Competencies
High level of customer service focus
Supports a consistent professional image of the company.
Observes safety policy and procedure.
Attitude of positivity and reacts calmly under pressure
Work ethic of the highest integrity
Commitment to dependability and willingness to work to meet goals and deadlines
Effectively solve problems of grain department.
Education & Experience:
Must be 18 years of age
Prefer experience with grain operations
A valid Class A CDL preferred but not required
Training & Safety
While performing the duties of this job the employee will receive required training from programs such as confined space entry, lockout/tagout, first aid awareness, mobile equipment, housekeeping, etc. All positions will following training under the “Company Guideline Requirements”
Work Environment:
This position is based in a fast paced agricultural setting and is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and vibrations. The employees is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes and airborne particles. The noise level is usually moderate but occasionally may be loud. PPE will be provided and must be utilized according to safety standards. Typical working hours are based on customer and organizational demand; hours may be long, irregular and including weekends and holidays during peak season.
Physical Demands:
While performing job functions the employee will be required to talk and hear most of the time. The employee will spend frequent intervals moving and sitting, while also needing to reach, bend, twist, crawl, crouch, stoop or kneel. The employee will need to be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and maneuver on and off a mobile equipment. Ability of close, distant, color and peripheral vision is required; along with accurate depth perception. The physicality of this job is high.
*FCS job descriptions are a representation of a job requirements knowledge, skills and abilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Benefits:
Competitive Pay
401k Company matches 50% up to 10%
PTO accrual after 30 days of employment, 13 days accrual the first year
Paid Holidays
Company bonus incentive
Excellent health insurance plans
Dental & Vision available
Short & Long-Term Disability provided at no cost to you
Life Insurance
Identity Theft Insurance
Accident Insurance
Clothing Allowance
10% Discount on purchases at the How-To Building Center
Shift Differential
Auto-ApplyGraphic Design Intern
Sioux Center, IA job
Overall Job Function:
Work alongside our creative team to produce outstanding design material. Projects may include graphics, layout, illustration, iconography, photography, videography, and more. As a graphic design intern, you'll gain valuable experience working with an established brand, learning new skills, and creating designs that meet client goals.
Essential Job Functions:
Create and design print and digital materials.
Retouch and manipulate images.
Collaborate with team members to develop design concepts.
Execute assignments on time, and revise to meet changing needs and requirements.
Remain in tune with design trends and maintain best practices. Share findings with fellow artists to create an atmosphere for continual collaboration.
General Marketing responsibilities:
Actively participate in team and office meetings/training.
Confer with leadership to resolve problems or questions.
Strive to meet goals and assist others in accomplishing their goals.
Ability to be highly organized and maintain all detailed aspects of projects.
Basic knowledge of layouts, typography, line composition, and other graphic design/motion graphics fundamentals.
Ability to use design programs and essential tools; including the Adobe suite: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. Premier Pro and After Effects skills are a plus!
Understanding of the digital and print requirements for formatting.
Assist with video production and photo shoots as assigned.
Secondary Responsibilities:
Actively involved mentor.
Internship-specific training
Networking with company and industry leaders
Job shadows in other departments as desired, including operations, agronomy, grain energy, feed, and accounting/finance.
Other learning opportunities are available depending on the season, time, and your interests.
Competencies:
Team player - enjoys and works well with others in a team environment.
Possess effective written and oral communication skills and interpersonal skills.
Willing to take personal responsibility for tasks with a "get it done" mentality.
High ethics, integrity, honesty, and patience.
Approach daily tasks, projects, and follow-up communication with energy and sense of urgency.
Cultivate a deep desire to become a knowledgeable expert in their role with the ability to apply their knowledge and experience with great impact.
Genuine interest and action in helping others before yourself, regardless of recognition or reward.
Consistent eagerness to listen, learn, apply knowledge, and accept critical feedback.
Ability to adapt to a changing work environment.
Demonstrate pride and ownership of their work while meeting expected deadlines.
Qualifications:
Undergraduate student currently working toward a bachelor's or associate degree in graphic design or related field.
Approximate Hours Per Week: 20-30
Work Requirements:
This position is based in a fast-paced office setting. Equipment utilized will be computer, phone, fax, copy machine and other standard office equipment. Typical office hours are Monday to Friday 8 to 5.
While performing job functions the employee will be required to talk and hear most of the time. The employee will spend frequent intervals moving and sitting, while also needing to reach, bend, twist, crawl, crouch, stoop or kneel. The employee will need to be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and 15 pounds frequently and maneuver on and off a mobile equipment. The physicality of this job is low.
*FCS job descriptions are a representation of a job requirements knowledge, skills and abilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Auto-ApplySenior Beef Sales Specialist
Sioux Center, IA job
Overall Job Function:
To build a long-term, profitable relationships with targeted customers and prospects of FCS in a manner consistent with the overall strategy of the organization. To also lead and train other beef sales specialists.
Competencies:
Effective selling, follow-up, problem solving, negotiations and bargaining, relationship building and time management skills.
Essential Job Duties:
Analyze Feedlot Performance data
Lead the Ruminant Sales Team
Understand Cattle Risk Protection and Marketing Strategies
Dairy Experience is a plus
Planning and reporting customer focused sales calls
Creating the organization's sales and marketing plans
Orchestrate customer needs with other team members to ensure customer satisfaction
Maintain and Grow current customer base
Develop new and profitable accounts to grow business
Promotes the entire FCS marketing effort by identifying and communicating opportunities for Agronomy, Feed, Grain, and Lumber.
Handles and resolves customer complaints to ensure the highest possible customer satisfaction
Work to develop and maintain a customer database to ensure effective and efficient handling of all information
Assists other sales reps/location employees when needed or asked by supervisor
Participate in “special projects” when needed
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Ag related College degree
5-10 years of beef sales experience
Valid Driver's license with an acceptable driving record
Progressive, Positive Work History
Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills
Experience with Performance Livestock Analytics
Experience running ration Balancing program
Benefits:
401k Company matches 50% up to 10%
PTO Accrual after 30 days of employment
Company bonus incentive
Excellent health insurance plans
Dental & Vision available
Short- & Long-Term Disability provided at no cost to you
Life Insurance
Identity Theft Insurance
Accident Insurance
Clothing Allowance
10% Discount on purchases at the How-To Building Center
Work Environment:
This position is based in a fast-paced agricultural setting and is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and vibrations. The employees is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes and airborne particles. The noise level is usually moderate but occasionally may be loud. PPE will be provided and must be utilized according to safety standards. Typical working hours are based on customer and organizational demand; hours may be long, irregular and including weekends and holidays during peak season.
Physical Demands:
While performing job functions the employee will be required to talk and hear most of the time. The employee will spend frequent intervals moving and sitting, while also needing to reach, bend, twist, crawl, crouch, stoop or kneel. The employee will need to be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and maneuver on and off a mobile equipment. The physicality of this job is high.
*FCS job descriptions are a representation of a job requirements knowledge, skills and abilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Auto-ApplyAgronomy Operations Technician
Sioux Center, IA job
Overall Job Function:
Assist the operations team during key times of the year. As well as assisting lead and other agronomist(s) in support activities and to maintain and to proactively build long-term, profitable relationships with customers for Farmers Cooperative Society.
Essential Job Functions:
Operations support during key times of the year including operation of application equipment, product delivery, and facility assistance along with any other day to day tasks crucial to support customer service execution.
Assist in support activities for lead and other agronomists including administrative work (blend sheets, customer and agronomist record keeping, product ordering and inventory management) and other activities with the objective of creating more sales time for agronomists.
Technical agronomy support for agronomists and core customer base including field scouting, sampling, diagnostics, and understanding and providing some recommendations back to agronomists.
Work with Location Manager and Lead Agronomy Tech for day-to-day jobs and tasks.
Warehouse management including product ordering, inventory, and customer assistance.
Equipment maintenance at the location.
Attending key FCS meetings and training events.
Work with agronomists, operations manager, and lead agronomy tech on professional skill development.
Work in various areas and on various projects related to the agronomy department.
Participates in “special projects” when needed and other duties as assigned.
S econdary Responsibilities:
Ability to operate and understand mobile equipment.
Possess mechanical skills to perform minor maintenance tasks.
Maintains a clean and safe working environment, attention to unloading/loading trucks and moving equipment.
Ability to manage stressful situations professionally.
Competencies:
High level of customer service focus
Advanced computer technology skills
Detail oriented
Supports a consistent professional image of the company.
Observes safety policy and procedure as an absolute
Attitude of positivity and reacts calmly under pressure.
Work ethic of the highest integrity
Commitment to dependability and willingness to work to meet goals and deadlines.
Effectively solve problems of the agronomy department
Comfort in adding, subtracting, multiplication, and division of whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
Qualifications:
High school diploma
Progressive, positive work history
Acceptable Driving Record
Technology acumen including Microsoft and Apple software platforms, advanced computer use.
Class A CDL with tanker and Haz Mat endorsement or ability to obtain.
Custom application licenses
Certified Crop Advisor certification preferred.
Work Requirements:
This position is based in a fast paced agricultural setting and is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and vibrations. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes and airborne particles. The noise level is usually moderate but occasionally may be loud. PPE will be provided and must be utilized according to safety standards. Typical working hours are based on customer and organizational demand; hours may be long, irregular and including weekends and holidays during peak season.
While performing job functions the employee will be required to talk and hear most of the time. The employee will spend frequent intervals moving and sitting, while also needing to reach, bend, twist, crawl, crouch, stoop or kneel. The employee will need to be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and able to climb ladders. The physicality of this job is high.
*FCS job descriptions are a representation of a job requirements knowledge, skills and abilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Benefits:
401k Company matches 50% up to 10%
Vacation & Paid Holidays after 30 days of employment
Company bonus incentive
Excellent health insurance plans
Dental & Vision Plans available
Short- & Long-Term Disability provided at no cost to you
Life Insurance
Identity Theft Insurance
Accident Insurance
Clothing Allowance
10% Discount on purchases at the How-To Building Center
Auto-ApplyGrain Originator
Sioux Center, IA job
Overall Job Function:
The Grain Originator is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with producers within FCS' trade territory that leads to long-term and mutually beneficial results. The Grain Originator will proactively communicate with existing and prospective customer accounts to convey sound marketing advice and solutions FCS has to offer.
Essential Job Functions:
Communicate with producers over the phone, on the farm, and at marketing meetings to inform them of market trends, current pricing, and overall agricultural business.
Work to grow new customers within FCS trade territory and capture additional market share of grain production from existing FCS customers.
Build and maintain long-term relationships with key accounts. Gain in-depth knowledge and insights into a customer's goals, in order to target procurement tactics.
Maintains knowledge of grain contracts offered by FCS to producers and explores potential grain marketing tools.
Oversees execution of customer contracts on both delivered and FOB purchases.
Works to develop and maintain a direct ship book of business, including reporting growth and opportunities.
Understand grain hedging and applicable risk management processes and regularly assists in managing the company's risk positions.
Effective understanding of regional grain markets and monitors competitiveness in setting bids and assisting in making company sales.
Assists accounting department in providing timely and accurate grain settlements to producers.
Respond to customer complaints, questions, and requests in a timely manner.
Other duties as assigned.
Secondary Responsibilities:
Work with merchandisers, operations personnel, logistics, and end users to efficiently move the company's grain to necessary destinations.
Assists in grain operations scaling/grading and maintaining efficient traffic flow through company facilities as needed, particularly during harvest.
Develops strong understanding of all aspects of the company's grain business as it pertains to merchandising, risk, operations, logistics, and finance.
Competencies
Ability to build and maintain a strong business relationship.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
High level of customer service focus.
Effective at negotiating and recognizing opportunities.
Observes safety policy and procedure.
Work ethic of the highest integrity.
Commitment to dependability and willingness to work to meet goals and deadlines.
Demonstrates flexibility and accepts changes in routine.
Education & Experience:
High School Graduate, College Degree Preferred
Agriculture Background or an understanding of farm commodities
Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills.
Experience in Sales, Supply Chain and Procurement, and/or Commodities.
Work Environment:
This position is based in a fast-paced agricultural setting and is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and vibrations. The employees are occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, and airborne particles. The noise level is usually moderate but occasionally may be loud. PPE will be provided and must be utilized according to safety standards. Typical working hours are based on customer and organizational demand; hours may be long, irregular and include weekends and holidays during peak season.
Physical Demands:
While performing job functions the employee will be required to talk and hear most of the time. The employee will spend frequent intervals moving and sitting, while also needing to reach, bend, twist, crawl, crouch, stoop or kneel. The employee will need to be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and 25 pounds frequently and maneuver on and off mobile equipment. The physicality of this job is high.
Benefits:
401k Company matches 50% up to 10%
PTO Accrual after 30 days of employment
Company bonus incentive
Excellent health insurance plans
Dental & Vision available
Short- & Long-Term Disability provided at no cost to you
Life Insurance
Identity Theft Insurance
Accident Insurance
Clothing Allowance
10% Discount on purchases at the How-To Building Center
*FCS job descriptions are a representation of a job requirements knowledge, skills, and abilities. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Auto-ApplyFeed Mill Operator
Ireton, IA job
Overall Job Function:
The feed mill operator works with the feed department team to manufacture quality feeds for livestock; all while striving to meet the demands of the customer
Essential Job Functions:
Receive and verify quality of ingredients.
Weigh out drugs and by-hand additions.
Batch feed in feed mill manager.
Help load complete feed on trucks.
Operate pellet mills where applicable and necessary.
Operate roller mills where applicable and necessary.
Bag feed where applicable and necessary.
Document details of processes.
Assist with maintenance of feed mill equipment.
Assist with housekeeping in feed mill.
Other duties as assigned.
Secondary Responsibilities:
Understand DOT placarding and DOT hazardous rules.
Ability to operate and understand mobile equipment.
Possess mechanical skills to perform minor maintenance tasks on equipment and property.
Ability to handle stressful situations professionally.
Competencies:
High level of customer service focus and supports a professional image of the company.
Observes safety policy and procedure as an absolute.
Attitude of positivity and reacts calmly under pressure.
Work ethic of the highest integrity.
Commitment to dependability and willingness to work to meet goals and deadlines.
Effectively solve problems of grain department.
Comfort in adding, subtracting, multiplication and division of whole numbers, fractions and decimals.
Qualifications:
High School diploma, GED or equivalent level of education.
Prefer previous manufacturing or mixing experience.
Work Requirements:
This position is based in a fast paced agricultural setting and is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and vibrations. The employees is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes and airborne particles. The noise level is usually moderate but occasionally may be loud. PPE will be provided and must be utilized according to safety standards. Typical working hours are based on customer and organizational demand; hours may be long, irregular and including weekends and holidays during peak season.
While performing job functions the employee will be required to talk and hear most of the time. The employee will spend frequent intervals moving and sitting, while also needing to reach, bend, twist, crawl, crouch, stoop or kneel. The employee will need to be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and able to climb ladders. The physicality of this job is high.
Benefits:
401k Company matches 50% up to 10%
PTO & Paid Holidays after 30 days of employment
Company bonus incentive
Excellent health insurance plans
Dental & Vision available
Short & Long-Term Disability provided at no cost to you
Life Insurance
Identity Theft Insurance
Accident Insurance
Clothing Allowance
10% Discount on purchases at the How-To Building Center
*FCS job descriptions are a representation of a job requirements knowledge, skills and abilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Auto-ApplyAgronomy Innovation Specialist
Boyden, IA job
Overall Job Function:
The Agronomy Innovation Specialist works to proactively research, develop, and implement short-term and long-term customer-facing and internal company innovation strategies designed to advance our customers and the company. This forward-thinking individual will provide direct support with customers and FCS employees by providing insight and expertise by driving current and future technologies, agronomic, and business practices.
Essential Job Functions:
Direct farm gate customer interactions include effectively assessing current and future customer needs and developing potential solutions with current and future FCS product, service, or people expertise. Help drive current and future sales of innovative products and services. Interact with customers in a professional manner and provide value as a resource.
Research, develop, and help lead the implementation of new customer-facing and internal FCS facing solutions. Assist in the creation and implementation of current and future technology, business practices, and risk strategies.
Work with the internal FCS team across the company to build out implementation strategies focused on current and future technologies and business strategies. Help to drive change internally. Work to advance “one FCS” cross marketing solutions to leverage FCS competitive advantages and utilize whole farm solutions.
Lead and assist in the development of on farm customer trials of current and future technologies to create more data and agronomic and economic insights for the customer as well as FCS. Facilitate trial work and new technology exposure with a network of partners.
Create and facilitate marketing content showcasing innovation in conjunction with the FCS marketing team.
Accurate trial product and service ordering, forecasting, and communication of needs with all stakeholders with necessary follow-up and timely execution.
Assists other sales reps/locations as needed or asked by supervisor, participates in special projects.
Other duties as assigned.
Secondary Responsibilities:
Ability to operate and understand mobile equipment.
Maintains a clean and safe working environment.
Ability to handle stressful situations professionally.
Competencies:
Excellent people skills with the ability to adapt and influence all styles effectively.
Positive attitude.
Self-starter and self-directed with excellent time management skills.
Understanding complex agronomic concepts, business, and technology and/or ability to learn
High level of customer service focus
Supports a consistent professional image of the company.
Observes safety policy and procedure as an absolute
Work ethic of the highest integrity.
Commitment to dependability and willingness to work to meet goals and deadlines.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma + Related College Coursework along with a minimum of 2 years of Agronomy Sales or related sales experience.
Progressive, Positive Work History
Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills
Technology Acumen Including Microsoft Software, Tablet Computer Use, Ag Aps, etc. SOILMAP.
CCA Preferred
Class A CDL license applicable to driving a truck.
An acceptable driving record.
Work Requirements:
This position is based in a fast-paced agricultural setting and is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and vibrations. The employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, and airborne particles. The noise level is usually moderate to loud. PPE will be provided and must be utilized according to safety standards. Typical working hours are based on customer and organizational demand; hours may be long, irregular and include weekends and holidays during peak season.
While performing job functions the employee will be required to talk and hear most of the time. The employee will spend frequent intervals moving and sitting, while also needing to reach, bend, twist, crawl, crouch, stoop or kneel. The employee will need to be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and maneuver on and off mobile equipment. The physicality of this job is medium.
*FCS job descriptions are a representation of a job requirements knowledge, skills, and abilities. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Benefits:
401k Company matches 50% up to 10%
PTO accrual after 30 days of employment, 13 days accrual the first year
Paid Holidays
Company bonus incentive
Excellent health insurance plans
Dental & Vision available
Short & Long-Term Disability provided at no cost to you
Life Insurance
Identity Theft Insurance
Accident Insurance
Clothing Allowance
10% Discount on purchases at the How-To Building Center
Shift Differential
Auto-ApplyLumberyard Assistant Foreman
Sioux Center, IA job
Overall Job Function:
The Assistant Manager supports all aspects of lumber yard and delivery operations, including supervising staff, maintaining inventory, assisting customers, and making deliveries as needed. This role combines leadership and hands-on responsibilities to ensure the yard operates safely, efficiently, and with a strong focus on customer satisfaction.
Essential Job Functions:
Assist in planning, coordinating, and supervising daily yard and delivery operations.
Load, secure, and deliver lumber and building materials to customer locations in a safe and timely manner.
Verify delivery tickets for accuracy and ensure materials match customer orders.
Maintain delivery schedules, communicate with customers, and handle delivery paperwork.
Ensure delivery vehicles are properly maintained, fueled, and inspected regularly.
Operate forklifts, trucks, and other yard equipment safely and efficiently.
Maintain organization, cleanliness, and safety throughout the yard and delivery areas.
Provide excellent customer service, both in person and during deliveries.
Assist customers and contractors with product selection, loading, and order inquiries.
Coordinate with sales and dispatch teams to ensure accurate and timely deliveries.
Resolve product or delivery issues quickly and professionally.
Assist with receiving, stocking, and rotating inventory.
Conduct regular cycle counts and help maintain accurate inventory records.
Report inventory discrepancies, damaged goods, or shortages promptly.
Ensure materials are properly labeled, stacked, and protected from weather damage.
Supervise, train, and motivate yard and delivery staff.
Lead by example in safe work practices, customer service, and productivity.
Support scheduling, performance management, and team communication.
Promote and enforce company safety standards and PPE requirements.
Conduct regular equipment and vehicle safety checks.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, and company regulations.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent (Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred).
2-4 years of experience in a lumber yard, warehouse, or building materials setting.
Supervisory or lead experience preferred.
Valid driver's license (CDL preferred or willingness to obtain).
Forklift operation experience required; certification referred.
Strong knowledge of lumber and building materials.
Excellent communication, organization, and customer service skills.
Ability to safely operate delivery vehicles and handle heavy materials.
Work Requirements:
This position is based in a fast-paced agricultural setting and is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and vibrations. The employees are occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, and airborne particles. The noise level is usually moderate but occasionally may be loud. PPE will be provided and must be utilized according to safety standards. Typical working hours are based on customer and organizational demand; hours may be long, irregular and include weekends and holidays during peak season.
While performing job functions the employee will be required to talk and hear most of the time. The employee will spend frequent intervals moving and sitting, while also needing to reach, bend, twist, crawl, crouch, stoop or kneel. The employee will need to be able to lift up to 75 pounds frequently and 100 pounds occasionally and maneuver on and off mobile equipment. The physicality of this job is high.
*FCS job descriptions are a representation of job requirements knowledge, skills and abilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Benefits:
401k Company matches 50% up to 10%
PTO accrual after 30 days of employment, 13 days accrual the first year
Paid Holidays
Company bonus incentive
Excellent health insurance plans
Dental & Vision available
Short & Long-Term Disability provided at no cost to you
Life Insurance
Identity Theft Insurance
Accident Insurance
Clothing Allowance
10% Discount on purchases at the How-To Building Center
Shift Differential
Auto-ApplySoyPlus Sanitation Technician
Landus Cooperative job in Ralston, IA
About the Role
As a SoyPlus Sanitation Technician, you will take on an enhanced role in ensuring the production facility and equipment remains clean while functioning efficiently and safely. This position involves cleaning and sanitizing equipment, managing facility upkeep, and assisting with general housekeeping. You will also provide exceptional service to our farmer-owners and customers.
What will you do?
Take ownership of all aspects of cleaning and sanitizing production equipment to ensure seamless functionality and efficiency.
Properly mix and use cleaning chemicals and disinfectant chemicals.
Clean and sanitize equipment, production lines, floors, walls, and other facility area according to sanitation schedule.
Record cleaning activities on checklist and sanitation logs.
Ensure compliance with plant policies, Federal and State regulations, and all quality & safety standards.
Work in a collaborative team environment to meet cleanliness and inspection requirements.
Safely and correctly use tools and equipment as needed to complete tasks such as broom, shovel, dust pan, air compressor, pressure washer, etc.
Wear appropriate PPE (personal protective equipment) at all times.
Deliver exceptional customer service, demonstrating professionalism and a commitment to exceeding expectations.
Requirements
Licenses: This position requires the safe operation of a motor vehicle to perform the essential functions of the job. The employee must meet the qualifications set forth in the company's vehicle safety policy. Failure to meet these qualifications could result in removal from this position.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to be exposed to humid, dusty, and dirty work areas; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or work in extreme weather (outside, wet, temperatures below freezing or above 100°). The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
IT Intern
Sioux Center, IA job
Job Function:
The IT Technician Intern assists in developing new software, maintaining existing systems or providing technical support to employees and customers.
Essential Job Functions:
The IT Technician Intern will provide support for a variety of technology solutions.
Provide exceptional customer service while responding to phone, email, and online requests for technical support.
Clearly identify, document, and find solutions for technical PC issues, product problems, and software infrastructure
Troubleshoot and resolve PC incidents.
Support computer software integration by diagnosing and troubleshooting common problems.
Support current project and daily tasks related to support offerings, software and hardware upgrades, and new user set up.
Track and monitor all support cases to ensure timely resolution and follow-up.
Provide hardware and software technical support through remote communication.
Ability to convey technical information to non-technical users in a clear and understandable manner.
Perform additional duties as required.
Competencies:
Familiarity with PC hardware and Microsoft software
Ability to show initiative to identify and solve interesting technical problems and share the results with the wider organization.
Excellent analysis and debugging skill.
Experience in IT or a technology-related environment, which can include internship, part time, or academic/work-study experience.
Works independently with the ability to multi-task while having excellent attention to detail.
A creative thinker with excellent interpersonal, communication, analytic, and problem-solving skills
Must have an eager drive to learn, adapt, be accountable, and grow into the role.
Qualifications:
Working towards a college degree in Computer Science or Information Management.
Work Requirements:
This position is based in a fast-paced office setting. Equipment utilized will be computer, phone, fax, copy machine and other standard office equipment. Typical office hours are Monday to Friday 8 to 5.
While performing job functions the employee will be required to talk and hear most of the time. The employee will spend frequent intervals moving and sitting, while also needing to reach, bend, twist, crawl, crouch, stoop or kneel. The employee will need to be able to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally and 15 pounds frequently. The physicality of this job is low.
*FCS job descriptions are a representation of a job requirements knowledge, skills, and abilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Auto-ApplyRegional Manager Operations
Landus Cooperative job in Iowa
About the Role
As a Regional Operations Manager, you will lead and manage a high-performing operations team with a focus on optimizing daily performance, ensuring safety and compliance, and driving continuous improvement across all sites. You will be responsible for executing strategic initiatives, streamlining workflows, and enhancing operational efficiency to support the success of Landus farmer-owners. In this leadership role, you will foster accountability, develop team capabilities, and ensure consistent delivery of service excellence across your region.
We are currently hiring for one position within our team, located in
Northwest Iowa
. Candidates should reside in, or be willing to relocate to and travel within, one of these territories.
What will you do?
Operational Management
• Oversee all aspects of the company's operations within the assigned region, including grain handling, storage, transportation, and agronomy services.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to optimize productivity, minimize costs, and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Effectively lead and develop the Maintenance, Safety and General Operations teams of designated Business Unit.
• Resolve scheduling issues and customer or operations issues lead both strategic planning and tactical execution of operations and services within assigned area.
• Manage product flow & inventory accuracy (cycle counts, shrink, lot tracking, returns), collaborating with procurement and Inventory Lead.
• Collaborate with grain merchandising to manage inventories, quality, damage, etc. to maximize returns
• Standardize SOPs and continuous improvement across locations to drive productivity and service levels.
• Coordinate labor planning (full-time/seasonal), credentials/training, and readiness for peak windows.
• Implement and encourage innovative ideas related to continuous improvement of people, products, services, and physical plant/equipment.
Financial Management
• Partner with sales leadership to align operations capacity with demand plans and seasonal programs.
• Drive profitability improvement of assigned area through direct management of respective P&L.
• Promote a sales and growth culture with all employees within the Hub.
• Develop and manage the annual operational budget for the assigned region.
• Monitor financial performance, analyze variances, and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and revenue-generating initiatives to maximize profitability.
Team Leadership and Development
• Effectively lead others by recruiting and retaining talent, managing performance, developing employees, engaging in frequent communications, building teams, motivating others, managing vision, managing conflict and demonstrating values and ethics.
• Promote employee empowerment by encouraging employee feedback, input and ideas, and include them in the decision-making process when possible.
• Lead new employee recruitment and hiring at the local level through community relationships, contacts, and networking, and utilize your HR Business Partner to assist in interviews, onboarding and ongoing employee development.
• Serve as a key leader and subject matter expert, providing guidance and support to the Operations Leads, Safety Lead, Maintenance Lead, and Inventory Leads to ensure alignment with organizational goals, safety standards, and operational excellence.
• Effectively lead assigned area with a focus on safety practices, customer focus, quality management, financial management, asset management, business expertise, planning and execution and continuous improvement.
Requirements
Requirements The ideal candidate will have:
Must have a valid driver's license
The ability to obtain the appropriate licenses and endorsements applicable to the location which may include USDA weighing & grading license, handlers license, and Class A CDL with required endorsements and maintain current DOT physical.
Must be able to move/lift up to 50 pounds
Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university and a minimum of three years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Other Skills that will help you succeed:
Knowledge of MS Office, Outlook and databases.
Grain Originator Intern - Summer of 2026
Sioux Center, IA job
Overall Job Function:
This intern will work directly and learn from the Grain Originator. These internships involve working extensively with producers in procuring grain and setting up marketing programs. You must be detail-oriented with excellent communication skills.
Essential Job Functions:
Responsibilities for the Grain Originator Intern Include:
Learn and Assist with Grain Origination Procure grain from local producers and call on new accounts.
Learn and observe working with producers, updating them on market trends, current grain quotes, grain programs, and forming marketing plans.
Assist with reporting and entering all purchasing contracts quickly & accurately.
Partner with the elevator and office staff in the exchange of information to enhance the company grain objectives.
Provide excellent customer service and work well with patrons in a courteous and professional manner.
Learn the basics of how a grain elevator merchandises grain (Basis, Futures, Spreads).
Other duties as assigned.
Secondary Responsibilities:
Understand DOT placarding and DOT hazardous rules
Assist in grain operations duties: loading trucks, clearing ground around the facility etc.
Possess mechanical skills to perform minor maintenance tasks on grain equipment and property
Ability to handle stressful situations professionally
Competencies
High level of customer service focus
Supports a consistent professional image of the company
Observes safety policy and procedure as an absolute
Attitude of positivity and reacts calmly under pressure
Work ethic of the highest integrity
Education & Experience:
Currently attending a college/vocational school, with area of study in agriculture or related field.
Work Environment:
This position is based in a fast-paced agricultural setting and is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and vibrations. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes and airborne particles. The noise level is usually moderate but occasionally may be loud. PPE will be provided and must be utilized according to safety standards. Typical working hours are based on customer and organizational demand; hours may be long, irregular and including weekends and holidays during peak season.
Physical Demands:
While performing job functions the employee will be required to talk and hear most of the time. The employee will spend frequent intervals moving and sitting, while also needing to reach, bend, twist, crawl, crouch, stoop or kneel. The employee will need to be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and maneuver on and off a mobile equipment. The physicality of this job is high.
*FCS job descriptions are a representation of a job requirements knowledge, skills and abilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
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Little Rock, IA job
Overall
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Auto-ApplyMillwright
Landus Cooperative job in Iowa City, IA
About the Role
As a Millwright at Landus, you will support the maintenance team in ensuring the proper functioning of equipment and facilities. This entry-level role focuses on performing routine maintenance tasks, assisting with repairs, and learning the fundamentals of facility maintenance. You will develop technical skills and gain experience in troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems under the guidance of more experienced team members. This position will be traveling to multiple locations to assist with maintenance duties. The main hub location is Bradford, Iowa.
What will you do?
Assist with repairs and maintenance of on-site equipment and assets.
Perform basic preventive maintenance tasks under supervision.
Maintain records of maintenance work and document activities as required.
Follow safety protocols and OSHA regulations while performing maintenance duties.
Communicate equipment issues to senior technicians and operations personnel.
Learn and develop technical skills related to facility and equipment maintenance.
Provide general operational support when requested.
Requirements
The ideal candidate will have:
Must have a valid driver's license.
The ability to obtain the appropriate licenses and endorsements applicable to the location which may include USDA weighing & grading license, handlers license, and Class A CDL with required endorsements and maintain current DOT physical.
Must be able to move/lift up to 50 pounds.
Other Skills that will help you succeed:
Knowledge of MS Office, Outlook and databases.
Are you ready to join the Landus Team? If so, click Apply!
Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
Custom Applicator - Intermediate
Landus Cooperative job in Rake, IA
Landus is currently seeking a Custom Applicator! Do you have a passion for agriculture and operating large equipment/applicators? Would you consider yourself reliable and detail-oriented? Then come join our team!
We are seeking a motivated individual who can apply crop protection products and assist in our agronomy and grain operations. At Landus, you'll find a fun team atmosphere and a stable career that offers excellent benefits for full-time employees!
Essential Duties &Responsibilities: Includes but not limited to the following:
Apply and understand the use of agronomy products to customer's fields including dry and liquid fertilizer, chemicals, NH3, and lime. In addition, record daily application logs.
Operate various application equipment, tender trucks, and NH3 equipment.
Maintain and record maintenance of application equipment, tending equipment, NH3 equipment, pickups and side dress units.
Operate dry fertilizer plants, chemical containment buildings, and NH3 plants.
Assist in housekeeping and maintenance of facilities & grounds.
Provide prompt, professional, and courteous customer service.
Requirements
Required Qualifications:
Must have or be able to obtain a Class A CDL with air brake, tanker, and HazMat endorsements.
Participate in company DOT drug and alcohol program and maintain current DOT physical.
Must have or be able to obtain a commercial pesticide applicators license with 1A, 1B, and 1C endorsements.
Must be able to move/lift up to 50 pounds; occasionally up to 100 pounds.
Preferred Qualifications:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and related experience and/or training.
Three to five years of application experience.
Three to five years of application experience.
Good computer skills.
Understand the seasonality of an agricultural cooperative and the in-season timecommitment.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
Sales Representative
Landus Cooperative job in Dike, IA
Requirements
Qualifications:
Proven experience in agronomy sales or account management, with a strong understanding of crop management, soil health, pest management, and other agronomy disciplines.
Experience working with legacy or long-term accounts, with a focus on customer retention and relationship building.
Strong collaborative skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including Growth Specialists and Grain Teams.
Ability to meet sales targets and drive business growth.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present agronomy solutions clearly and effectively to customers.
Willingness to travel occasionally to visit customer farms and attend industry events.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently in a remote setting.
Licenses: This position requires the safe operation of a motor vehicle to perform the essential functions of the job. The employee must meet the qualifications set forth in the company's vehicle safety policy. Failure to meet these qualifications could result in removal from this position.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Accounting and Business Intern - Summer of 2026
Sioux Center, IA job
Overall Job Function: If you are looking to gain first-hand knowledge and experience in a real-world setting, an internship at Farmers Coop Society could be right for you. Explore the business and accounting environment in the agricultural and cooperative industry. You will be based out of our Sioux Center, Iowa office and be working with our business office team.
Essential Job Functions:
Spend time rotating through various business divisions within the company (grain, feed, agronomy, lumber).
Exposure to various components of accounting functions such as accounts receivable, accounts payable, deposits, inventory, and financial statement preparation.
Be assigned certain tasks to obtain experience of responsibility related to certain functions
Access to department leaders and experts.
Participate in special projects
Discuss and provide feedback on observed opportunities for improvement.
What we can offer:
Actively involved mentor
Internship-specific training
Networking with company and industry leaders
Job shadows in other departments as desired, including operations, agronomy, grain,
feed, and accounting/finance
Other learning opportunities as the season, time, and your interests allow
Competencies
Demonstrates leadership, strong initiative, and decision-making skills
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
Strong team player who can demonstrate the ability to work in a team environment
High level of innovation, enthusiasm, integrity, professionalism, and dependability
Organized, resourceful, and curious
Strong attention to detail
Education & Experience:
Currently pursuing a degree in accounting or ag business.
Work Environment:
This position is based in a fast-paced office setting. Typical working hours are based on customer and organizational demand; hours may be long, irregular and include weekends and holidays during peak season.
Physical Demands:
While performing job functions the employee will be required to talk and hear most of the time. The employee will spend frequent intervals moving and sitting, while also needing to reach, bend, twist, crawl, crouch, stoop or kneel. The employee will need to be able to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally. The physicality of this job is low.
*FCS job descriptions are a representation of a job requirements knowledge, skills, and abilities. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
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