Position:Agronomy Sales Representative

Location: Iuka
Description: The agronomy sales representative is responsible for the cooperative’s agronomy business including: sales, profitability, inventory, scheduling, reporting, safety and maintenance relevant to the agronomy department. The agronomy sales representative is also responsible for providing maximum service to members and patrons; and promoting company and employee cohesiveness through effective communication, teamwork, and shared services; and by following safety policies and procedures. Kanza Cooperative Association offers an AMAZING & VERY COMPETITIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE including health, dental, vision & life insurance; flexible spending account; 401(k) matching and Coop retirement benefits; and paid leave benefits (including parental leave).

QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree (B. A. or B.S.) from four-year college or university; minimum of three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. COMPUTER SKILLS To perform this job successfully this position requires excellent, computer operation skills (including Internet usage) and knowledge of: inventory software, order processing systems, spreadsheet software, and word processing software. Merchant Ag software experience preferred. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS Custom Applicator’s License (1-A) Commercial Driver’s License with hazmat endorsement Certified Crop Advisor Fork Lift Certification REASONING ABILITY The ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Able to deal with problems with several concrete variables in standard situations. Must be able to think quickly and perform a mental assessment of workplace hazards, take appropriate precautions, and choose appropriate PPE as dictated by need, regulation, and labeling. PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; taste or smell; stand; walk; sit; and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds. The employee may frequently need to climb ladders (may range from 20’ to 180’) and stairs. This may include structural ladders as well as climbing into applicator rig, large vehicles, and/or tractors. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee must understand and implement all related safety policies, procedures and programs for prevention and protection while performing job duties in various work environments. WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate. The employee must understand and implement all related safety policies, procedures and programs for prevention and protection while performing job duties in various work environments.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for all daily agronomy sales including effectively supporting the agronomy manager; sales of fertilizer, chemicals and seed; inventory; coordinating application of chemicals and fertilizer; consulting with producers and making recommendations; and maintaining test plots Establishes and maintains excellent rapport with customers Serves customers by promptly responding to customer inquiries, questions, and/or complaints in a prompt, respectful, and professional manner Responsible for being knowledgeable of all products and services and exhibits ability to demonstrate to customers their uses Responsible for keeping up to date on technology and safety regulations Manages agronomy production and quality control standards; and obtains data regarding types, quantities, specifications, and delivery dates of products ordered Enforces the agronomy operations plan to ensure efficiency and profitability Ensures all established costs, quality, and delivery commitments are met Responsible for operating within the credit and operations guidelines Coordinates operational activities with all other functions of the organization and suppliers to obtain optimum production and utilization Performs administrative activities associated with the effective management, including writing job cards; compiling, storing, and retrieving production data for reports; and processing early payments and financing contracts Assists with related special projects Answers the telephone and assists walk-in customers as needed Works cooperatively with division managers to help ensure company goals are met Effectively communicates by verbal and written means with customers, employees and management Maintains and promotes safety awareness and follows safety policies, procedures and reporting requirements Must comply with all state and federal laws, codes and regulations Maintains current agronomy knowledge and proactively expands agronomy and industry knowledge Presents a clean and professional appearance Responsible for prompt and regular attendance Employee is required to perform all other duties as assigned

Position:Maintenance Technician

Location: Pratt
Description: This position offers the opportunity to work indoors & outdoors with team members to use mechanical skills to troubleshoot using a variety of equipment and tools, and offers an AMAZING & VERY COMPETITIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE including health, dental, vision & life insurance; flexible spending account; 401(k) matching and Coop retirement benefits; and paid leave benefits (including parental leave). Kanza Coop is looking for a safety oriented Maintenance Technician to work among all Kanza Coop locations to maintain equipment and facilities. As part of the Maintenance team, the Maintenance Technician will travel daily throughout Pratt, Andale and surrounding areas in a company vehicle. This position requires lifting and/or moving up to 100 pounds on a regular basis. Occasionally it requires lifting and/or moving over 100 pounds. As a Maintenance Technician, primary responsibilities include: • Prompt and regular attendance • Safe and efficient work practices • Excellent customer service and professional communication skills • Maintenance and inspection of facilities, work equipment, and maintenance vehicles • Problem identification and resolution • The ability to work in high and/or confined places • The ability to operate computers and mobile devices to complete work orders • Occasional on call work as needed A successful Maintenance Technician will have previous maintenance experience; enjoy serving people and resolving issues; and building relationships with the Kanza team to provide superior service.

QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or general education degree (GED); one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Familiarity with energy products preferred. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS Valid driver’s license with safe driving record Forklift certification REASONING ABILITY The ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Able to deal with problems with several concrete variables in standard situations. Must be able to think quickly and perform a mental assessment of workplace hazards, take appropriate precautions, and choose appropriate PPE as dictated by need, regulation, and labeling. PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; taste or smell; stand; walk; sit; and climb or balance. The employee regularly works with heavy equipment including but not limited to maintenance and repair tools and equipment. The employee is regularly required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 to 250 pounds. The employee may frequently need to climb ladders (may range from 20’ to 180’) and stairs. This may include various Coop facilities and equipment such as structural ladders as well as climbing into an applicator rig, man basket, large vehicles, tractors and/or any other related equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee must understand and implement all related safety policies, procedures and programs for prevention and protection while performing job duties in various work environments. WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; extreme heat toxic or caustic chemicals; and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; risk of electrical shock and explosives. The noise level in this work environment is usually loud (although not believed to exceed the eight-hour threshold for working in or around loud equipment). The employee must understand and implement all related safety policies, procedures and programs for prevention and protection while performing job duties in various work environments.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Serves customers by promptly responding to all requests for repairs and maintenance in a prompt and professional manner Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of facilities and equipment and safe maintenance practices and procedures Troubleshoots facility and equipment deficiencies by completing all repairs and maintenance as qualified, including but not limited to: electrical, plumbing, welding, concrete work, housekeeping, transportation, carpentry and equipment operations Monitors all facilities and equipment and performs inspections Must possess: mechanical skills, the ability to work in high and/or confined places, and initiative Completes all paperwork accurately, timely and in accordance with requirements Learns, understands and complies with all safety and government regulations Provides excellent customer service by managing difficult or emotional situations; responding promptly to customer needs, resolving questions, complaints and concerns immediately; and meeting commitments Knowledge of department operations and assists all departments to accomplish company goals Attends training opportunities to improve job skills Attends safety and training meetings Effectively communicates by verbal and written means with customers, employees and management Maintains and promotes safety awareness; follows safety policies, procedures and reporting requirements Must comply with all state and federal laws, codes and regulations Presents a clean and professional appearance Responsible for prompt and regular attendance Employee is required to perform all other duties as assigned

Position:Scale Operator

Location: Garden Plain
Description: The scale operator is responsible for providing exceptional customer service, operating scale, and assisting with other operations and maintenance duties as needed. Additional responsibilities include promoting company and branch location employee cohesiveness through effective communication, teamwork, shared services, and by following safety policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications, demands and environments described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Willing to seek out and attend additional continuing education, seminars, classes or other job related education requirements or opportunities. PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; taste or smell; stand; walk; sit; and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move over 100 pounds. The employee may frequently need to climb ladders (may range from 20’ to 180’) and stairs. This may include structural ladders as well as climbing into applicator rig, large vehicles, and/or tractors. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee must understand and implement all related safety policies, procedures and programs for prevention and protection while performing job duties in various work environments. WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme cold and extreme heat; toxic or caustic chemicals; and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; risk of electrical shock and explosives. The noise level in this work environment is usually loud (although not believed to exceed the eight hour threshold for working in or around loud equipment). The employee must understand and implement all related safety policies, procedures and programs for prevention and protection while performing job duties in various work environments.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. (Other duties may be assigned.) Greets customers in positive and courteous manner Provides excellent customer service Operates the scale Probes grain and takes samples Processes customers’ payments Enters sales tickets Continually maintains facility cleanliness to ensure safety and required standards are met Ability to work a variable schedule including: days of the week, shifts and hours per week (including overtime as needed) Completes all paperwork and reports accurately, timely, and in accordance with requirements Helps load customers’ vehicles Assists with painting, cleaning and maintenance of facilities Serves customers by responding to customer inquiries, questions, and/or complaints in a prompt, respectful, and professional manner Assists in solving problems for customers promptly Effectively and professionally communicates with customers, employees and management by verbal and written means of communication Maintains and promotes safety awareness and follows safety policies, procedures and reporting requirements Must comply with all state and federal laws, codes and regulations Must possess basic computer skills Presents a clean and professional appearance Responsible for prompt and regular attendance Employee is required to perform all other duties as assigned

Position:Tender Truck Driver - Iuka

Location: Iuka
Description: This position offers the opportunity to work outdoors while supporting the agriculture industry and offers AMAZING & VERY COMPETITIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE including health, dental, vision & life insurance; flexible spending account; health savings account; 401(k) matching and Coop retirement benefits; and paid leave benefits (including parental leave). Kanza is looking for a Tender Truck Driver at the Iuka location to tender rig operators while learning to operate rigs, as well as general vehicle and equipment maintenance. In addition, this role is expected to provide maximum service to customers. This position requires frequent lifting and/or moving up to 100 pounds, and occasionally it requires lifting and/or moving over 100 pounds. The position may frequently require the need to climb ladders (may range from 20’ to 180’) and stairs. DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: • Responsible for tendering fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides to applicators and/or customers • Loads and unloads fertilizer and chemicals, fills anhydrous ammonia tanks • Responsible for the upkeep and repairs for all vehicles and equipment and reporting any issues to management • Operates all tending equipment • Responsible for operating within the credit and operations guidelines • Provides excellent customer service by managing difficult or emotional situations, responding promptly to customer needs, resolving questions, complaints, and concerns immediately and meeting commitments • Performs routine maintenance and repair on all agronomy equipment A successful Tender Truck Driver must have a Commercial Driver’s License (Class A) and enjoy serving people and building relationships within the Kanza team and our community of patrons.

QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Familiarity with agronomy and equipment preferred. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS Commercial Driver’s License (Class A or B) Tanker Endorsement PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; taste or smell; stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop; kneel; crouch; or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move over 100 pounds. The employee may frequently need to climb ladders (may range from 20’ to 180’) and stairs. This may include structural ladders as well as climbing into applicator rig, large vehicles, and/or tractors. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee must understand and implement all related safety policies, procedures and programs for prevention and protection while performing job duties in various work environments. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme cold and extreme heat; toxic or caustic chemicals; and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; risk of electrical shock and explosives. The noise level in this work environment is usually loud (although not believed to exceed the eight-hour threshold for working in or around loud equipment). The employee must understand and implement all related safety policies, procedures and programs for prevention and protection while performing job duties in various work environments.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for tendering fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides to applicators and/or customers Loads and unloads fertilizer and chemicals Fills anhydrous ammonia tanks Responsible for upkeep and repairs for all vehicles and equipment and reporting any issues to management Learns, understands and complies with all safety and government regulations Learns to operate all tending equipment Basic knowledge and understanding of all chemicals, fertilizers and their abilities of control Responsible for operating within the credit and operations guidelines Provides excellent customer service by managing difficult or emotional situations; responding promptly to customer needs, resolving questions, complaints and concerns immediately and meeting commitments Ability to work a varied schedule including: days of the week, shifts and hours per week (including overtime as needed) Assists other locations to accomplish company goals Attends training opportunities to improve job skills Attends safety and training meetings Performs routine maintenance and repair on all agronomy equipment Completes all paperwork accurately, timely and in accordance with requirements Effectively communicates by verbal and written means with customers, employees and management Maintains and promotes safety awareness and follows safety policies, procedures and reporting requirements Must comply with all state and federal laws, codes and regulations Presents a clean and professional appearance Responsible for prompt and regular attendance Employee is required to perform all other duties as assigned

Position:Convenience Store Clerk

Location: Stafford
Description: The Ampride/Short-Stop/Country Acres employee is responsible for providing maximum service to customers. Additional responsibilities include promoting company and branch location employee cohesiveness through effective communication, teamwork, shared services, and by following safety policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications, demands and environments described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or general education degree (GED); related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. COMPUTER SKILLS To perform this job successfully, this position requires proficient, computer operation skills. REASONING ABILITY The ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Able to deal with problems with several concrete variables in standard situations. Must be able to think quickly and perform a mental assessment of workplace hazards, take appropriate precautions, and choose appropriate PPE as dictated by need, regulation, and labeling. PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; taste or smell; stand for long periods of time; walk; carry; climb or balance. The employee regularly works with inventory and is regularly required to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 65 pounds. The employee regularly climbs ladders and stairs. The employee is occasionally required to sit. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Employee must understand and implement all related safety policies, procedures and programs for prevention and protection while performing job duties in various work environments. WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme cold up to 20 minutes at a time, and extreme heat; toxic or caustic chemicals and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; risk of electrical shock and explosives. The noise level in this work environment is usually loud (although not believed to exceed the eight-hour threshold for working in or around loud equipment). Employee must understand and implement all related safety policies, procedures and programs for prevention and protection while performing job duties in various work environments.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides excellent customer service by managing difficult or emotional situations; responds promptly to customer needs; resolves questions, complaints and concerns immediately; and meets commitments Responsible for prompt and regular attendance and the ability to work a variable schedule including: days of the week, shifts and hours per week (including overtime as needed) Greets customers and answers the phone with a friendly attitude Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of services and products Safely operates food preparation equipment and processes food orders Accurately and efficiently processes POS transactions Ability to accurately count change back to customers and balance cash drawer Responsible for maintaining inventory by unloading and stocking product Accurately maintains operations records including shift reports and vendor check in reports Monitors store facilities, equipment and grounds; and continuously performs various housekeeping/cleaning responsibilities both internally and externally Learns, understands and complies with all safety and government regulations Ability to work independently and as a team Effectively communicates by verbal and written means with customers, employees and management Maintains and promotes safety awareness; follows safety policies, procedures and reporting requirements Must comply with all state and federal laws, codes and regulations Presents a clean and professional appearance Employee is required to perform all other duties as assigned