at Van Drunen Farms in Momence, Illinois, United States
Job Description
The Van Drunen Family of Companies is growing!
WHAT'S GROWING AT VAN DRUNEN FARMS AND FUTURECEUTICALS? WE ARE!
As a global, growing, and vibrant ingredient and nutritional supplement supplier to the world's best companies, Van Drunen Farms and FutureCeuticals are always seeking positive and talented employees to help our company reach the next level. We provide a family- oriented company and an opportunity to grow professionally and personally.
JOB OVERVIEW:
The Agronomist is responsible for overseeing crop health, pest management, and scouting, as well as managing the research trials and projects completed by the agriculture department. The Agronomist should continually study the crops and soils to develop new methods to improve and increase the quality and production of the food crops.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Regularly scout fields to monitor pest pressure, crop health, and quality
Manage all field sampling activities, including tissue, soil, and residue sampling
Oversee all planning, field activities, and data collection in the test plots and for any in-field trials
Work with field supervisors to plan fertilizer and chemical applications
Inventory management and procurement of agri-chemicals and fertilizers
Assist crop manager with field planning and crop rotation plans
Seek out and evaluate new products for potential usage on VDF crops
Assist with administrative duties as needed to maintain all farm records
Monitor and schedule proper use of all herbicides, pesticides and fertilizers
Supervise spray and fertilizer applicators
Actively participate on the Agriculture Leadership Team and role-model leadership behaviors
Ensure that all safety procedures are followed. Work with the Safety department to continually improve safety awareness, behavior and conditions
In partnership with the Quality department, facilitate internal and external audits
Ensure that all FSMA and Good Agriculture Practices are followed. Work with the Ag/Farm Plant Quality Manager to continually improve product quality and food safety
Continually work towards improving efficiencies in Agriculture
Conduct all duties in an environmentally responsible manner
Perform any other duty as assigned
JOB EXPERIENCE:
1+ years of experience in a similar role working with specialty crops and research projects
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
Strong scouting and pest identification skills
Strong technical Agri-science skills
Familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and e-mail.
Developed listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
Must be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
Must be a problem-solver who demonstrates good judgement.
Ability to work with a team and independently
Some travel is required with this position
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:
Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Horticulture, or an Ag field is required
Candidate must be able to attain and keep active an Illinois Pesticide Applicators License
A valid driver's license is required
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and technical skills required of personnel so classified.
In the Van Drunen Family of Companies, commitment to excellence is in everything we do!As a global ingredient and nutritional supplement supplier to the world's best companies, we thrive on nourishing others with our products and our care for people. If you are looking to make an impact and grow with a family-friendly, values-driven company, you'll fit right in with the Van Drunen Family of Companies!
We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our employees are the most valuable asset we have. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, creativity, innovation, unique capabilities and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our Company's achievement as well.
The Van Drunen Family of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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