Facility Assistant(Crop Production Services) -Career opportunity in Canada

Job title:Facility Assistant
Company: Crop Production Services
Location: Fort St. John,British Columbia Canada
Job Description:
Crop Production Services Canada, is a division of Agrium (www.Agrium.com), and one of the largest farm market retailers in North America.  With over 150 years in business, we are the most effective and efficient supply chain for rapid development of seed, fertilizer and crop protection products. Our mission is to be the trusted and recognized leader in the retail agricultural industry, the first choice for every customer and producer and a growth company where employees can achieve success and develop to their maximum potential. Make the move to join our employees across the US and Canada and begin growing your career now!

Main responsibilities will include:
    Assists in analyzing market trends and competitiveness; financial statement, shipping and audit results. Reviews the marketing and financial goals and assists in the implementation of action plans to achieve desired goals.
    Assists in identifying customer needs and maintenance of customer profiles. Sells farm supplies and services. Provides customers with the most up-to-date information on farming practices and agricultural products and services. Assists in planning and setting up product displays. Takes soil tests. Completes sales and handling related documentation. Provides quality service to customers.
    Assists in co-ordinating the receipt and storing of farm supplies within the facility. Checks for damaged articles, quality and quantity and records quantities received and reports to manager/supervisor with regard to damaged items and shortages. Plans and co-ordinates the proper warehousing of product. Operates and services equipment used in the movement of farm supplies. Operates by industry regulations in the handling and storage of grain and farm supplies. Completes related documentation.
    Draws farm supplies from stock to fill customer and country elevator orders. Makes deliveries or assists with the co-ordination of shipment with the transportation organization. Assists in the identification of blending opportunities. Completes farm supply shipping documentation.
    Co-ordinates warehouse space with shipping and receiving. Maintains farm supply product condition by turning and monitoring. Conducts regular inventory checks.
    Assists in the development, implementation and maintenance of a positive image program. Provides information on the various regulatory bodies and their regulations. Participates in local community activities. Promotes the services of the facility.
    Operates by health, safety and fire prevention procedures and regulations.
    Keeps facilities and grounds clean and tidy, well maintained, and free of fire hazards. Carries out a regular preventative maintenance program and conducts minor repairs.
    Maintains stock control records.
    Performs other related duties.

Required Skills:
    One year agri-business (grain and/or farm supply) experience is preferred. Completion of a university level degree, diploma or certificate would be preferred.
    Grade XII or equivalent. Must be willing to enrol and work toward the completion of the Agri-Business Certificate Program or equivalent.
    Requires Crop Protection Institute (CPI) Certification if working out of crop protection product warehouse.
    Requires Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) certification if required to transport crop protection products.
    Demonstrated customer service orientation.
    Demonstrated knowledge of modern farm practices and industry regulations.
    Demonstrated ability to develop good working relationships.
    Demonstrated ability to meet and deal with the public effectively.
    An aptitude to analyze markets.

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