What are the responsibilities and job description for the Applicator position at The Andersons?
Position Overview
This position is accountable for mixing, hauling, spreading, and applying liquid and dry fertilizer and farm chemicals to provide accurate and timely custom application for customers;
this may include non-farm applications.
Key Responsibilities
Efficiently perform the daily functional activities of the batching operation according to the procedures established to meet production schedules by coordinating with the bagging, bulk loading, and plant operations
Understand product label specifications and operational procedures / standards for custom application
Deliver a courteous, pleasant and positive attitude in providing extraordinary service to all customers, coworkers and others ensuring open lines of communication.
Complete and deliver timely and proper applicator logs, delivery paperwork, field application forms, and other paperwork to appropriate personnel and customers.
Assist in regular facility duties, operations duties, and deliveries, as needed, to meet seasonal demands.
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
Minimum Qualifications & Skills
High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred
0-2 years’ relevant experience required
Valid driver’s license
Commercial Applicator’s License required within 6 months of employment
Commercial Driver’s License a plus
Must be willing to work mandatory overtime during peak seasons
Physical Requirements and Working Environment
Must be able to stand / sit for an extended period of time
Ability to frequently lift / push / pull up to 60 pounds
Must be able to climb / stoop / kneel at heights up to 100 feet
Works indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and temperatures
Working conditions could include : dust, fumes, moderate noise and uneven surfaces
Exposure to industrial chemicals
Daily travel required
Note : The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed, but are not to be seen as a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Also, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer. The Andersons, Inc.
is a Drug-Free Workplace. The Andersons, Inc. is an EO employer M / F / Veteran / Disability / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation.
Note : The Andersons, Inc. conducts drug, alcohol and / or medical testing of applicants and employees based on type of position.
A copy of our testing policy is available by contacting the HR Department at .
Last updated : 2024-07-13
