Overview
About The Andersons, Inc.
The Andersons, Inc., is a North American agriculture and renewable fuels company that conducts business in the agribusiness and renewables sectors. Guided by its Statement of Principles, The Andersons is committed to providing extraordinary service to its customers, helping its employees improve, supporting its communities, and increasing the value of the company. For more information, please visit www.andersonsinc.com.
Position Overview
The Agronomy Intern is responsible for assisting the assigned location with operations and agronomy work, including field scouting, soil sampling, and customer deliveries.
Key Responsibilities
- Scout fields and make recommendations with assistance from supervisor
- Conduct and analyze results of soil and tissue sampling
- Perform field applications and inventory control of feed, fertilizer, and crop protection products
- Assist in product deliveries to customers, with timeliness, efficient communication, and required paperwork
- Expand knowledge on the operations side of a retail farm center
What is Expected of You and Others at This Level
- Minimal job-related experience
- Acquires basic skills to perform routine tasks
- Work is prescribed and completed with little autonomy
- Works with either close supervision, or under clearly defined procedures
Competencies Expected of You and Others at This Level
- Customer Focus – Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions
- Collaborates – Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
- Values Differences – Recognizes the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization
- Optimizes Work Processes – Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement
- Instills Trust – Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity
- Ensures Accountability – Holding self and others accountable for meeting commitments
- Being Resilient – Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations
Minimum Qualifications and Skills
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
- 0-2 years’ relevant experience required
- Interest or major in agriculture related degree is preferred
- Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, with the ability to travel independently as needed
Physical Requirements and Working Environment
- Outdoor work in various weather conditions with exposure to outdoor elements
- Exposure to dust and high noise level
- Ability to work hours beyond those considered normal, including weekends
- Occasionally lifting of up to 50 pounds
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It does not include all responsibilities and skills required of the job and may be changed at any time. All responsibilities must be completed in compliance with all safety protocols, policies, procedures and consistent with the spirit and philosophy of The Andersons’ Statement of Principles.
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