Agribusiness Student

Job title: Agribusiness Student

Company: Richardson

Job description: Agribusiness Student

Job Description

At Richardson, the work we do is essential. Every day, we work together to ensure a steady food supply for people around the world. They count on us to perform our roles consistently and responsibly. For this important reason, we are committed to remaining operational throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. As always, we maintain a strong focus on safety and quality assurance.

For more information about how we are taking additional precautions to protect the health and well-being of our candidates, colleagues, and customers, visit our Career Opportunities page.

At Richardson International, being truly invested is at the heart of everything we do. For over 160 years, Richardson has been dedicated to Canadian agriculture. Recognized as a global leader in agriculture and food processing, Richardson is one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Richardson has approximately 3,000 employees across Canada, the U.S. and the U.K. At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services and investing in our people and our communities.

Richardson Pioneer, a division of Richardson International, is Canada’s leading agribusiness. Richardson Pioneer supports Canadian farmers throughout the growing season – providing agronomic services and advice, selling crop inputs, buying their crops at harvest and selling them to markets around the world through the most efficient network of high throughput Ag Business Centres in Western Canada.

Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility. We currently have an opportunity for an Agribusiness Summer Student at our Richardson Pioneer Ag Business Centre located at Sprucefield, AB. Summer Students are responsible for providing support to our teams at Richardson Pioneer and for supporting the efficient and profitable operation of our Ag Business Centres.

Responsibilities:

Assist with crop input retail activities

Scout crops for weeds, disease and insects

Soil & tissue testing

Assist with the purchase, storage and shipping of grain

Operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner

Provide excellent customer service to our farm customers

Qualifications:

Strong interest and knowledge of Agriculture

Highly self-motivated, organized and detail oriented

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Students or graduates of an Agriculture degree or diploma program focusing on Agronomy, Plant Science or Soil Science

Agriculture background is considered an asset but not required

Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of competitive salary and training and career development opportunities.

Interested candidates should click the Apply icon to apply online by January 13, 2021.

Richardson International values diversity in the workplace. Women, Aboriginal People, Visible Minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify.

Expected salary:

Location: Waskatenau, AB

Job date: Fri, 18 Dec 2020 01:50:18 GMT