About the role#
The Feed Operations Intern learns the daily tasks of the feed department. You will study how rations are determined and what ingredients go into feed. This role involves working across the facility to support maintenance and customer service needs. You will gain hands-on experience in an agricultural setting.
What you'll do#
- Load and unload trucks at the facility.
- Verify that all outbound loads are correct.
- Perform equipment maintenance to keep machinery in good working order.
- Keep facilities clean and tidy according to FCS and OSHA standards.
- Handle feed safely to maintain quality and prevent accidents.
- Assist with monthly inventory counts.
- Help other departments as directed.
- Follow all safety procedures.
What you'll need#
- High school diploma or GED (some college coursework is preferred).
- Comfort with math, including whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
- Mechanical skills for minor repairs on grain equipment.
- Ability to operate and understand mobile equipment.
- Clear communication skills for interacting with customers and employees.
- Ability to manage stressful situations professionally.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move on and off equipment.
Location & details#
- Location: Sioux Center, Iowa.
- Term: Rolling.
- Schedule: Full-time hours are based on customer and organizational demand, which may include long, irregular shifts, weekends, and holidays during peak seasons.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
About Farmers Coop Society
Farmers Coop Society is a member-owned cooperative focused on the agricultural sector. Founded in 1907, the organization provides business solutions to producers and local communities. It maintains multiple office locations across Iowa, South Dakota, and Minnesota. The company employs 131 people and operates as a partnership.
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