Field Operations Intern – Western Idaho

April 14, 2024

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Description

About the Company

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held organization with roots firmly planted in agriculture and agriculture-related businesses. We are a true farm-to-table company with operations that touch every aspect of agriculture, including seed production, farming and ranching, plant sciences, fertilizer manufacturing, food processing, commercial product development, and distribution.

About the Internship

The Field Operations Intern – Western Idaho will work for and support the Group Field Operations Raw Procurement Manager, Field Representative, and Raw Planner/Scheduler in the area of supporting the procurement of potatoes and associated activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinates and performs crop sampling for field quality and crop progress
• Works with growers as directed by the Raw Procurement Manager
• Computer input of crop progress application tracking or field observations and completes other spreadsheets as necessary
• Records yield information by grower, commodity, and variety
• Tracks and records weather data
• Works with the Harvest crew to schedule the harvest timeline and locate fields
• Assists with projects/special assignments as directed
• Supports manufacturing operations as it relates to raw product
• Other duties as assigned

Currently pursuings:

• Must be enrolled in an accredited university/college or have graduated no more than 6 months prior to the start of the internship
• Major in Agriculture-related major preferred

Relevant Experience:

• Agriculture experience preferred
• Tech savvy
• Ability to work independently
• Highly motivated
• Ability to think quickly and make decisions in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs

Required Certifications:

• Valid Driver’s license
• Good driving record

Other Information:

• Duration: June through September 2024
• Ag hours: Early a.m. / late into the p.m., possibility of weekend hours, Overtime as season demands
• Possibility of overnight stays, company to cover expenses
• Relocation assistance available

Compensation:

• Wage range: $17.00 – $20.50/HR

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision coverage
• 401(k) savings plan
• 10 Paid Holidays (where applicable)
• Paid Time Off (where applicable)
• Relocation Assistance Program (where applicable)
• Education Assistance (where applicable)

The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.