GMK Agronomy Intern Northern

InsightFS is headquartered in Jefferson, Wisconsin with 23 branches across the state and upper peninsula of Michigan. The cooperative serves approximately 50,000 customers in agronomy, agri-finance, precision agriculture, nutrient management, energy, feed, grain, and turf. InsightFS is part of the GROWMARK System, an agricultural cooperative serving more than 100,000 customers across North America and Ontario, Canada.

About the role

Performs regular inspections of customer crop fields to monitor crop health and ongoing conditions and assists with general agronomy functions. Provides inspection reports and customer service in a timely and accurate manner to increase customer satisfaction and maintain the reputation and profitability of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on experience in agronomy field and operations.
• Assist with facility and equipment maintenance and repair.
• Drive company vehicle to designated customer crop field locations.
• Inspect fields using Integrated Pest Management (IPM) techniques and GPS technology to identify weeds, insects, diseases, and other yield-limiting threats.
• Document and/or photograph all findings, complete inspection reports, and provide reports to agronomy specialists and customers.
• Discuss results with both the agronomy specialist and customers to answer additional questions and add value to the service.
• Attend scheduled technical training sessions and meetings.
• Assist with additional agricultural retail operational duties as time allows.
• Support and contribute to total company goals and objectives through collaboration efforts.
• Operate and maintain the assigned vehicle according to company standards, adhere to the uniform policy, and maintain the appropriate professional image.
• Follow GROWMARK's Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA, and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent and a basic understanding of production agriculture.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making, and skill development.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license, a satisfactory driving record, and the ability to travel independently as needed.
• Occasionally exposed or required to work in extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.).
• Frequently required to lift 51-70 pounds as needed.
• Must be able to walk crop fields and conduct visual inspections.