Field Operations Specialist Raw Procurement
Company: J.R. Simplot
Location: Grand Forks
Posted on: April 19, 2024
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Job Description:
The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held
organization, with roots firmly planted in agriculture and
agriculture-related businesses. The J.R. Simplot Company is a true
farm-to-table company with operations that touch every aspect of
agriculture, including seed production, farming and ranching, plant
sciences, fertilizer manufacturing, food processing, commercial
product development, and distribution.SummaryThis role is designed
to educate participants on potato production, storage methods,
variety development, and manufacturing processes within our Food
Division and prepare you to take on a management role with Simplot.
As a Management Trainee, you will learn about potato production,
not by reading about it, but by participating in the actual
processes involved in potato production at various commercial
production areas throughout the US. The Management Trainee will
participate in all phases necessary to produce high quality
potatoes for the J.R. Simplot Food Group. This includes variety
selection, trialing various agronomic principles, sampling
techniques, planting, growing, harvesting, storage management, and
data collection. You will receive periodic evaluations to monitor
progress to ensure your understanding of the projects you
participate in. The intent of this program is to give the
Management Trainee the basic skill set of an employee in the Raw
Departments. Trainees that excel in the program will be considered
for future vacancies within the organization.Key Responsibilities
Crop Progress Samples: Help direct and perform crop progress
samples. Enter crop notes, comments, and pictures into Field
Scouter. Support direct harvest operations through field sampling
under direction of Field Representatives. Compile data from crop
progress samples into weekly crop progress report. Raw
Development/Sustainability: Assist Agronomy Managers or Senior
Manager on special projects and Support Psyllid Trapping network
(WA and OR). Support Ag Sustainability Manager on other projects.
Storage Management: Assist Raw Planner with compiling storage grade
data and development of Book of Raw Product. Help oversee company
storages and monitor for storability concerns. Administrative:
Support Senior Raw Manager on Projects and Track and Compile Raw
Divisional reports and statistics.Typical EducationBachelor's
Degree (B.A. or B.S.) from 4 year college or university
Relevant ExperienceRequired CertificationsOther
InformationBachelor's degree (in Agronomy, Crop Science, Soils,
Plant Pathology, Ag Business/Economics or related field).
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be
considered for meeting the minimum requirements. Experience in Crop
Production preferably in Potatoes but not mandatory. Willingness to
travel throughout the U.S. Job Requisition ID:17355Travel
Required:NoneLocation(s):FG Plant - Grand ForksCountry:United
States**The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal
Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, national
origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender
expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability,
medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status,
marital status, or any other protected status. **
Keywords: J.R. Simplot, Grand Forks , Field Operations Specialist Raw Procurement, Other , Grand Forks, North Dakota
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