Job Description

SALARY RANGE: $20.00 - $23.00

Sunrise FS is headquartered in Virginia, Illinois, with branches in Cass, Champaign, Clark, Douglas, Edgar, Mason and Vermillion counties. Sunrise FS has about 200 employees (including seasonal workers) and approximately 14,000 customers. The cooperative does business in agronomy, energy, grain, tires, irrigation, and retail. Sunrise FS is part of the GROWMARK System, an agricultural cooperative serving more than 100,000 customers across North America and Ontario, Canada.

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

Run chemical bay effectively and efficiently to keep product to the operators and keep equipment in chemical bay running properly.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Blends chemicals according to recommended rates and procedures

Performs inventory control

Seasonally assists the Location Manager in all seed treatment operations including warehousing, inventory, and logistics

Records and tracks application loads sent out to operators

Prepares material handling, blending and storage equipment for blending and delivery of product

Repairs and rebuilds equipment as needed

Edits blend tickets

Maintains good housekeeping in work area and warehouse

Works in other departments during off peak season

REQUIREMENTS

Has the ability to obtain, a CDL and commercial applicator’s license

Must be able to lift a minimum of 70 lbs.

Must be able to work hours other than those considered normal to meet seasonal demands

Demonstrate basic math skills including the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, uses whole number, common fractions and decimals along with the ability to compute rate, ratio and percent

Must be able to obtain and maintain required Illinois Department of Agriculture Pesticide Licenses

OTHER SKILLS/ABILITES

Proven professional communication and customer service skills

Ability to work independently and in a team oriented environment

Basic computer skills as they relate to the custom application business

At Sunrise FS, we are dedicated to supporting the long-term financial well-being of our employees through a fully funded pension, a cornerstone benefit that ensures security for the future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a variety of supplemental plans like accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection. To promote a healthy work-life balance, employees enjoy generous paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and parental leave, giving you time to recharge and focus on what matters most. Additionally, our 401(k) plan with company matching helps you plan for retirement, while our free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supports your overall well-being. Whether you're starting your career, balancing family life, or planning for retirement, our company is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that meets your needs at every stage. Benefits eligibility may vary depending on the position.

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base pay, certain roles may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and commissions.

We are an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.