Fertilizer Plant Operator

Meadow Lake Coop is hiring a Fertilizer Plant Operatorin our Agriculture Department in Meadow Lake, Saskatchewan.

Who we are:

Co-op does business differently. As a co-operative, we believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring our brand to life, visit us at https://www.meadowlakeco-op.crs/sites/meadowlake/

What you’ll do:

Working closely with the Plant Manager, you will be responsible for the following:

• To ensure acceptable level of customer service is provided to customers and you have the appropriate attitude;
• Operate agricultural equipment and machinery;
• Load and unload trucks coming to and from fertilizer plant;
• Carryout safety inspections in the fertilizer plant;
• Adherence to safety standards and fall protection practices;
• Have a deep knowledge of products;
• To analyze our existing and potential customers and identify other competition in the area;
• Coming to work with a positive, professional approach and attitude;
• Be familiar with and adhere to Meadow Lake Co-op policies and procedures;
• Participate in maintaining location image and housekeeping standards;
• Be available to work variety of shifts including weekends;
• Other duties as assigned.

Why it matters:

Our team provides a range of products and services to support our member-owners. Through the work that we do, we help to build, fuel, feed and grow Western Canadian communities together.

Who you are:

You are passionate about a career in Agriculture and:

• You have excellent customer service skills, strong communication and interpersonal skills;
• You are comfortable working at heights without fear;
• You are highly motivated;
• Strong technical skills and know-how of production agriculture;
• You’re honest and trustworthy, are results-oriented and strive to be the best in what you do;
• You believe in maintaining a respectful and honest work place;
• Valid class 1A driver’s license and clean drivers abstract;
• Eager to learn;
• Ability to lift 50lbs or more unassisted;
• Preference will be given to applicants with agricultural background.

Our Team Members receive competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package and an employee/employer-contributed pension plan. We encourage our Team Members to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.

At Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we’re working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work.

Apply online by September 21, 2021 or for more information, please contact us by email: hr@meadowlake.crs