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Facility Operations (Operations - Grain)

Ellsworth, IA
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Thank you for your interest in a career with Innovative Ag Services, an equal opportunity employer. As we expand our markets and develop new services, we are looking for talented individuals to be part of our fast-paced and dynamic team environment. Our business continues to grow with people from different backgrounds, experiences and abilities, coming together for a common goal: to make Innovative Ag Services our customer’s preferred business partner.

Our corporate office is located in Monticello, Iowa with 30 additional locations scattered throughout Iowa and southwest Wisconsin. We employ 250 fulltime people in Operations, Transportation, Sales, Grain Merchandising, Management, Customer Service, Accounting, IT, Human Resources and Communications. We also hire an additional 120 seasonal employees and interns throughout the year.

As a progressive leader in the agricultural industry, we offer challenging careers in a variety of areas. From accountants to agronomists, our employees enjoy competitive salaries, an exceptional benefits package and a safety-focused work environment.

All applications are reviewed by Human Resources. If and when your background and availability match the requirements for the position for which you have applied, you may be contacted for an interview.

*You must have a valid email address to apply. If you currently do not have an email address.

Innovative Ag Services is an Equal Opportunity employer and is proud to have a drug-free environment. All employment offers are contingent upon applicant successfully completing drug and background screenings.
Job Description

Primary Objective:  To provide daily location operations support in an efficient and safe manner. Maintain location equipment and facilities for the benefit of IAS and its member owners.

 

Major Accountabilities:

The following duties are typical for this job.  These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.

  •  Report to assigned workplace at time specified; report late arrivals or absences to supervisor prior to start time
  • Maintain required licenses, physicals, etc. necessary to perform job requirements
  • Assist with the loading and unloading of grain
  • Operation of semi to haul grain when needed
  • Operation and maintenance of equipment and facilities
  •  Assists with work orders and requests for delivery and/or pick up to customers and applicators
  • Notification of shop tools, inventories of supplies, or replacement parts needed
  • Maintain cleanliness of warehouse, equipment and facility in which you are working
  • Participate in safety and job related training programs provided by the company
  • Follow company policies and procedures regarding safety and conduct
  • Create a positive, professional image to customers and community
  • Filling Anhydrous Tanks and Maintaining Tool Bars
  • Accept and carry out other assigned duties given by location manager

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

  • Displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments efficiently.
  • Ability to communicate information or ideas effectively in written or oral form.
  • Ability to organize, deal with change effectively, and work on multiple tasks concurrently.
  • Ability to acquire seasonal CDL until Class A CDL is obtained. 
  • Possess math skills when performing basic operations.

Physical Requirements/Environmental Adaptability:

Requires static strength to lift, push, pull, or carry objects with a minimum weight of 50 pounds.  Also flexibility to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.   Also trunk strength and ability to use abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time. Climbing is involved in this position.  Some tasks involve repetitive motion.

Agricultural Environment – Possible exposure to seasonal weather, outdoor conditions, and agriculture products.

Personal Protective Equipment may be required for some tasks.

 

Skills & Requirements Qualifications

Innovative Ag Services is built on its purpose statement: Growing Relationships to Maximize Success! We provide value-added products and services to over 5,000 members in the grain, agronomy, feed, energy and markets. Our 30 locations are conveniently located throughout northeast & central Iowa and southwest Wisconsin. Grow with us!

Innovative Ag Services is an Equal Opportunity employer and is proud to have a drug-free environment. All employment offers are contingent upon applicant successfully completing drug and background screenings.