Sobre este puesto de Custom Applicator - Plant Nutrient en The Andersons
Our business spans the full value chain, which means the work we do directly supports farmers, customers, and communities every day. Whether it’s helping producers succeed, delivering essential products, or advancing more sustainable energy solutions, our impact is both local and global.
What truly sets us apart is how we work together. We are a performance-driven, people-powered organization where employees are owners, sharing in our success and helping shape our future. We invest in our team through development opportunities, meaningful career paths, and a culture that encourages growth, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
At the core of everything we do is our Statement of Principles. We are committed to providing extraordinary service to our customers, helping our employees improve, supporting our communities, and increasing the value of the company for our shareholders.
About The Andersons, Inc.
The Andersons, Inc., is a North American agriculture 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 Summary
This position provides accurate and timely application of liquid and dry fertilizers, crop protection products, and other agricultural inputs for customers using specialized, GPS-guided equipment. Responsibilities include safely mixing, loading, transporting, and applying products; operating and maintaining large application equipment; ensuring compliance with product labels, safety, and environmental regulations; and completing detailed application and delivery documentation. The role may also involve driving trucks to transport materials to and from fields, handling bulk and packaged inputs, and supporting facility operations, requiring strong attention to detail, comfort with heavy equipment, and the ability to work long hours in varying outdoor conditions.
Key Responsibilities
Understand product label specifications and operational procedures/standards for custom application
Utilize the information supplied and the technology in the application equipment to ensure that the right products at the right rates are applied to the right fields and customers.
Complete and deliver timely and proper applicator logs, delivery paperwork, field application forms, and other paperwork to appropriate personnel and customers
Perform daily inspection of equipment prior to field application and post application
Handle and deliver bulk and packaged materials, seed, and other agriculture inputs
Assist in regular facility duties including basic equipment maintenance and housekeeping
What is Expected of You and Others at This Level
Has basic skills in an analytical or scientific method or operational process
Works within clearly defined standard operations procedures and or scientific methods and adheres to quality guidelines
Works with close supervision
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
Education and Experience
High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred
0-2 years’ relevant experience required
Must be able to maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record
Current Class A CDL or ability to obtain
Current Commercial Applicator license or ability to obtain
Prior agriculture experience preferred
Physical Requirements and Working Environment
Will be required to work long hours and overtime to meet seasonal demands
Must be able to stand for an extended period of time
Ability to frequently lift/push/pull up to 75 pounds
Must be able to climb/stoop/kneel at heights up to 180 feet
Works indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and temperatures
Working conditions could include dust, fumes, moderate noise and uneven surfaces
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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Disclaimer:
The Andersons, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and consider candidates without regard to any status protected by law, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.
We also prioritize a safe and healthy workplace. The Company maintains a drug-free work environment and may require drug, alcohol, and/or medical testing depending on the role.
To ensure a consistent hiring process, The Andersons, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies that do not have a formal agreement in place and is not responsible for any related fees.
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