Jobs: Precision Agriculture

Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC

WHO WE ARE
Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC is a leading full-service agronomic solutions provider that's been in business since 1957. Our first location was in West Helena, Arkansas hence the name "Helena". We now have 450+ locations nationwide and over 6,000 employees. Our corporate office is located in Collierville, Tennessee, a suburb outside of Memphis. Year after year we rank at the top nationally for volume and sales in our industry. There are many facets to our company including product development, sales, operations, precision technology and manufacturing just to name a few.

ABOUT THE JOB
Our Applicators are responsible for applying herbicides and pesticides to labeled crops as directed by their leader. This position also operates and performs maintenance to all applicator equipment.

WHAT YOUR DAY WILL LOOK LIKE
Correctly mixes pesticides, fertilizers and chemicals for application.
Maintains accurate logs and reports on applicated acres.
Performs maintenance and calibration on application equipment.
Performs maintenance on other equipment.
Wears proper safety protection gear.
Participates in continuing education in order to maintain pesticide applicator license.
Attends applicator equipment workshops.
Provides excellent customer service to all internal and external customers.
Other work-related duties as assigned by leader.
Regular and reliable attendance is required.
Follows all company policies and procedures.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Willing to obtain Class A CDL with hazmat is required.
Experience in operating large equipment is required.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Mechanically inclined.
Qualified Applicator Certificate (QAC) is preferred.
Agricultural background.
Basic knowledge of ag pesticides.
Ability to read field maps and use tractor-mounted field computers.
Professional competence to safety.
Ability to pass a CDL physical examination.
Ability to work without direct supervision.
Ability to work nights, overtime and some weekend hours during busy season is required.
Ability to read, write and speak in English is required.
Communicating in Spanish is a valuable skill at Helena.
Valid U.S. driver's license is required to drive a company vehicle.

Successful completion of a drug test and background check is required for all positions at Helena.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ASPECTS OF THE JOB
At Helena, safety is our highest priority. We seek out extensive safety measures and put them in place to minimize exposure to anything that could be potentially harmful to our employees.

The work environment for this position will be in an outdoor setting in all types of weather conditions with exposure to outdoor elements. When working outdoors and possibly around moving equipment/mechanical parts, you may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, chemical and biological hazards, vibrations and a risk of electrical shock.

This position requires you to use your hands for many different tasks and to talk, hear, walk, sit, stand (8 hours a day or more), lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling (up to and including 50lbs or more), reaching overhead (up to and including 25lbs), climbing, gripping, grasping and twisting using hands and wrists, bending and stooping for long periods of time, working below knee levels for short periods of time and working above shoulder level for short periods.

BENEFITS AT HELENA
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance STARTS THE SAME DAY YOU DO!
Earn up to $3,000 in Reward Dollars from Helena for your Health Savings Account (HSA).
Access your earned pay between paydays through Earned Wage Access (EWA) with DailyPay and Wisely.
Helena's robust 401(k) Savings Plan offers you a 100% company-match up to 5% starting on your first day. As your years of service with Helena increase, so does our company-match - up to 10% based on your contribution amount.
Three-year vesting on company match with 1,000 hours of service.
Up to 15 days paid time-off plus 9 paid holidays.
Free Term Life Insurance at 1x your annual base pay - paid for by Helena at no cost to you.
Free Short & Long-Term Disability.
Up to 80 hours of paid Parental Leave.
Education Assistance.
And much more!

For more detailed information about our benefits, visit helenacareers.com/benefits.

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BioZyme Incorporated

The Maintenance Technician- Animal Feed Production is to provide mechanical, technical, and hands-on maintenance support to process and production operations. This role will also be responsible for accurate reporting of all work performed.

Accountabilities:
- Provide technical troubleshooting and training in the setup and operation of production equipment including all aspects of mechanical systems such as: Steam traps, Heat exchangers Valves, Pressure valves, Motors, Bearings, Dryers, VFDs, Agitators, and Seals
- Provide basic electrical troubleshooting and maintenance support of instruments and controls
- Hands on trouble shooting requiring root cause failure analysis, PM’s, testing, repairs, and modifying/improving equipment
- Provide practical and proactive problem-solving skills
- Record all maintenance actives in the maintenance work order system
- Organize and maintain accurate spare parts inventory
- Willing and able to work off hours, overtime, weekends and holidays as needed.

Qualifications:
Education: High School Diploma
Experience:
- Industrial experience in electrical and mechanical support functions
- Preferred Training- technical school (welding, HVAC, electrical, machining, etc.)
- Strong mechanical maintenance experience and strong knowledge of hand and power tool usage
- Not afraid of heights
- Ability to lift, push, or pull 50 lbs.
- Ability to: climb, lift, bend, push, pull, stoop, and twist
- Ability to: use tools and equipment to repair and provide maintenance while standing, crouching, stretching, and extending extremities, potentially under extreme work conditions and/or environment from exposed heights
- Able to calibrate and maintain equipment to manufacturers specifications
- Able to change priorities as needed to support immediate needs of plant operations, and complete scheduled maintenance activities.
- Able to record all maintenance activities in the Maintenance Work Order system
- Continue to grow maintenance and leadership skillsets through assigned training
- Demonstrated knowledge of repairing and maintaining hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Diagnose and test malfunctioning machinery and discuss plan to restore to full operation with key facility personnel
- Experience with organizing and maintaining an accurate spare parts inventory Good understanding of PLC controls
- Good understanding of boiler operations
- Maintain the proper stock of tools and electrical parts to perform routine work
- Must be able to read and understand electrical schematics and blueprints
- Must be knowledgeable of OSHA safety requirements, especially those related to electrical and mechanical operations and components
- Prepare maintenance reports for management as directed
- Working knowledge of three phase motors, programmable controls, circuits, computer interfaces and National Electrical Code

Skills:
- Technical training in essential skills such as electrical, welding, precision machining, HVAC is a plus
- Able to demonstrate practical problem-solving skills

 Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Plan
• Cafeteria Plan
• 401K or other Retirement Plan
• Paid Vacation
• Sick Leave
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Volunteer Time Off

Apply Now!

Email: flovelady@biozymeinc.com

Mail: 6010 Stockyards Expressway, Saint Joseph, MO 64504

Online: https://biozymeinc.com/careers-2/

Our Company is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate on the basis of a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation,
or gender identity), national origin, age, disability and genetic information (including family medical history), or any other characteristic protected by law. Only the most
qualified individual will be selected for the position. BioZyme also protects employees from retaliation for filing a charge of discrimination, participating in a discrimination
investigation, or opposing unlawful discrimination.

Adams Land and Cattle

has an opportunity for a highly motivated and disciplined individual with a high aptitude in welding, fabrication, and/or machining. At times, this individual may be required to assist with other projects in the Maintenance department.

This person will be responsible for:
Working safely in shop and feedlot environments, following all company safety guidelines.
Working with Machine Services/Lot Maintenance teams on a diverse range of projects, from build, to repair, rebuild and retrofit of production assets, including feedlot facilities (processing, feed mill, fencing, water and sprinkler systems) and equipment (feed and straight trucks, heavy equipment, tractors).
Performing skilled work in welding, cutting, shaping and machining accurately and precisely, using welding and machining equipment.
Assembling, fabricating/machining and repairing parts to specifications including taking mechanical fits, welding parts and machining parts.
Set-up, adjustment and operation of the following welding equipment: arc and MIG welding.
Set-up, adjustment and operation of the following machining equipment: mills and lathes.
Using project plans, blue prints, job specifications and design sketches to ensure proper dimensions and tolerance levels of finished product.
Inspecting and testing final product for conformance to quality standards and/or blueprint specifications.
Performing related material handling duties.
Coordinating ordering of required welding materials, such as rods, gas and metals.
Maintaining accurate parts use and/or other records.
Cleaning and maintaining the shop work area.
Cleaning and performing preventative maintenance (PM) and general repairs on utilized welding/machining equipment.
Communicating with engineering, supervisory, production services and feedlot personnel to effectively exchange technical information.
Responding to emergency or high priority work which may, on occasion, be outside of normal working hours.
Recognizing that weather conditions may require change in activities and that cattle comfort is first and foremost regarding this activity.
Evaluating current processes/procedures to recommend changes/modifications for improvements.

Ideal candidate would possess the following qualifications:
Commitment to safety and quality culture.
Welding certificate or a minimum of two years welding experience with arc and MIG welders required.
Machining certificate or a minimum of two years machining experience such as lathe, milling machine, drill press, band saw and any machinist related hand tools required.
Electrical, hydraulic and water system experience preferred.
Ability to read and comprehend blueprints, welding symbols and geometric tolerance/dimensioning.
Experience with precision measurement and calibration, including measuring fits of mating parts.
Basic mathematical skills.
High attention to detail.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.
Ability to work with others to gather and share information and creatively solve challenging problems.
Excellent verbal communication.
Team-oriented.
Vocational/technical diploma/certificate preferred but may substitute diploma/certificate with applicable experience.

This position requires:
Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly. Standing, sitting, walking, carrying, and lifting/lowering frequently; pushing/pulling, bending, twisting, climbing, reaching/handling/grasping, and kneeling/crouching occasionally; crawling and stairs rarely.
Standing in place continuously at least four-six hours during the workday.
Individual must be able to work in adverse weather conditions, if needed.

Compensation Details:
Starting Wage: $25.00 to $30.00 per hour
$5,000 Hiring Bonus
Comprehensive Benefits which begin on Day 1 of employment including: medical, dental, vision, paid time off, bonus plan, company match 401(k), and more!

Apply online by going to https://www.adamslandandcattle.com/careers/

or emailing  careers@adamslandandcattle.com

Adams Land & Cattle is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace that is free from all forms of harassment and discrimination, including unlawful harassment and discrimination. Adams Land & Cattle expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other prohibited basis of discrimination under applicable local, state or federal law. The Company will not tolerate improper interference with the ability of the Company's employees to perform their expected job duties. Any employee behavior that constitutes discrimination or harassment is a form of misconduct that may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.