Field Operations Intern (Columbia Basin, WA)

About the role

The Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture. This role will work for and support Group Field Operations Raw Procurement Manager, Field Representative, and Raw Planner/Scheduler in the area of supporting the procurement of potatoes and associated activities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and performs crop sampling for field quality and crop progress.
• Works with growers as directed by Raw Procurement Manager.
• Computer input of crop progress application tracking or field observations and completes other spreadsheets as necessary.
• Records yield information by grower, commodity and variety.
• Tracks and records weather data.
• Works with Harvest crew to schedule harvest timeline and locate fields.
• Assists with projects/special assignments as directed.
• Supports manufacturing operations as it relates to raw product.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree from 4-year college or university.
• Strong academic record (suggested minimum 3.0 GPA).
• Must have a valid Driver's License.
• Travel Required: Up to 25%.
• Location: GF Plant - Moses Lake, United States.