QUALIFICATIONS:

- Tech school education and/or recent Mechanic experience
- Working as Diesel / Automotive Mechanic on a Base + % of Billable Time Schedule
- Have your own tools
- Willingness to complete work on a schedule that provides incentive

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-Placement is looking for a Service Technician/Mechanic that has Diesel experience as the go to person in this thriving shop located in northeast Kansas. Most work will be on older tractors 4020's, 4030's, and 4440's, with a few trucks and other equipment. Employee will need his own base tools, specialty tools will be provided by the shop. Pay will be a base pay + % of billable shop time which will be based on experience. Income listed is based on 40 hour work weeks. If you are efficient in managing your time, enjoy a fast paced environment, like a diverse and challenging work, and get paid what you're worth, this employer would like to talk to you. Great location for a spouse to find employment.  

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Ag-related degree preferred; career experience will also be considered
- Minimum 3 years managing a Midwestern Agronomy location
- Strong, working knowledge of crop inputs, how to work effectively with Ag growers and best safety practices for the facilities
- Supervisory experience
- Excellent communication skills
- Self-directed with strong Customer Focus and Leadership abilities
- Desire to reside and work in a small, rural community located within an hour of major shopping, restaurants and entertainment

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is assisting a Long-Established Ag Retailer in sourcing an experienced Agronomy Location Manager for one of their Central Nebraska locations. This location offers a full line of Ag services and products and are a leader in the Ag Retail industry, a leader who strives to repeatedly surpass their Ag grower customer expectations.

What the Company Offers You:
- $55,000-70,000 base salary, depending on experience, plus annual bonus based on Company's profitability
- Full Benefits Package including health/dental/vision, PTO, 401k, life/disability and paid vacation
-Opportunities to advance from within!

Your Role:
- Day-to-day management of a $3+ million Agronomy operation handling roughly 4200 tons of liquid fertilizer, 3700 tons of dry fertilizer and achieving roughly $800,000 Ag chem sales
- Leading an experienced, easy-to-manage staff of 6-8 full-time employees utilizing 2 Row Sprayers, 1 Dry Air Machine that does VRT and 1 Row Dry Spinner Machine as well as performing Fall trucking services and some off-season trucking services. Liquid fertilizer plant has been recently updated with roughly 5000 tons of UAN storage and about 1000 tons of storage for other crop inputs.
- Assisting in hiring and training new personnel for location.
- Overseeing and organizing Custom Applicator schedules and delivery schedules
- Coordinating and reviewing all facility operations according to company policy and procedures
- Keeping an eye to efficient and time-saving agronomy operations
- Assisting in managing location inventory and managing documentation of the facility
- No Ag grower customer calls, however, this facility has a lot of walk-in and call-in Agronomy sales.
- Ensuring your personnel are working in a clean, safe work environment

This Agronomy Location Manager will report directly to the Regional Operations Manager.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-Placement is searching for an Assistant Feedyard Manager for this west-central Kansas Feedlot operation. Will be working closely with the Feed Yard Manager to manage and lead all activities involved at an assigned feedlot in order to meet personnel, productivity and profitability objectives. This includes cattle, mill, feeding, yard, and office administration.

- Have a working knowledge to develop, monitor, and is accountable to, the feedlot operating and capital expense budgets.
- Manage, develop and lead various departments at the feedlot.
- Participate and/or head up company-wide feed yard-planning projects.
- Work with Feed Yard Manager to ensure that required records and reporting are developed and maintained to comply with environmental, safety, and regulatory issues (ISO/HACCP, OSHA, etc.).
- Ensure that yard activities are carried out in an efficient manner through personal observations and meetings (formal/informal) with appropriate management and line employees.
- Ensure that supervisors and consultants are directed toward performance goals.
- Oversee the marketing of fed cattle; work with Cattle Procurement to provide feedback on cattle quality, flesh, etc.
- Communicate with the Feed Yard Manager, and the Operations Manager, on current and future capital expenditures, and the development and/or improvement of future and existing feedlot operations and procedures.
- Act as backup for any of the department managers and/or line workers.
- Maintain positive relationships with area farmers and outside vendors.
- Assist Feed Yard Manager with annual initiatives.
- Other duties may be assigned.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-Placement is searching for an Assistant Feedyard Manager for this southwestern Kansas Feedlot operation. Will be working closely with the Feed Yard Manager to manage and lead all activities involved at an assigned feedlot in order to meet personnel, productivity and profitability objectives. This includes cattle, mill, feeding, yard, and office administration.

- Have a working knowledge to develop, monitor, and is accountable to, the feedlot operating and capital expense budgets.
- Manage, develop and lead various departments at the feedlot.
- Participate and/or head up company-wide feed yard-planning projects.
- Work with Feed Yard Manager to ensure that required records and reporting are developed and maintained to comply with environmental, safety, and regulatory issues (ISO/HACCP, OSHA, etc.).
- Ensure that yard activities are carried out in an efficient manner through personal observations and meetings (formal/informal) with appropriate management and line employees.
- Ensure that supervisors and consultants are directed toward performance goals.
- Oversee the marketing of fed cattle; work with Cattle Procurement to provide feedback on cattle quality, flesh, etc.
- Communicate with the Feed Yard Manager, and the Operations Manager, on current and future capital expenditures, and the development and/or improvement of future and existing feedlot operations and procedures.
- Act as backup for any of the department managers and/or line workers.
- Maintain positive relationships with area farmers and outside vendors.
- Assist Feed Yard Manager with annual initiatives.
- Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- 1-2 years experience operating farm equipment a plus
- Feedlot experience and/or cow/calf experience is a must
- AI experience and purebred experience is a plus
- Horsemanship skills are a plus
- Equipment operation w/ silage experience and/or manure hauling & cleaning pens are a plus
- Prefer a strong Ag background/upbringing
- Good communication skills, initiative, and willingness to work as a team

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-Placement is looking for a stable, well rounded, and qualified Assistant Herdsman/Ranch Hand to work on a northwest Missouri operation. Duties will include assisting on a 500 head purebred and commercial cow/calf operation and a 500 head feedlot operation that is backgrounding for developing bulls and heifers. Hours are lighter on weekends during non-busy times, especially on Sundays. Hours are longer during planting, haying, and calving time. Pay will be determined by experience and skills. Willing to train if you have the basic ag fundamentals and strong references.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Prefer candidates with experience living and working on high country ranch operations
- Knowledge and hands on experience raising cattle including knowledge of vaccines
- Knowledge and hands on experience with mountain flood irrigation
- Proper care of equipment, regarding operating and maintaining
- Mechanical knowledge and skills preferred
- Willingness to take direction and be a good communicator
- Strong work ethic and willingness to perform assigned duties, which may require extra effort
- Ability to maintain good relationships within community
- Take pride in what you are doing

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a qualified Assistant Ranch Couple to help oversee this northwestern Colorado ranch for a long-time absentee owner. This is a hands-on position that requires performing all the activities to support this mountain ranch family retreat. Duties include maintenance and upkeep of roads, fencing, irrigation, ranch buildings and equipment as well as transportation, travel and running errands as needed to support ranch activities. Will assist in areas of their equine operation, and hospitality; assisting with guests and guest housing and assist in services for their horseback, fishing and hunting operation, while working on expanding family retreat. Other duties include performing activities to support yearlings herd, maintenance and upkeep of ranch property, equipment operations and repair, and more. Cattle production duties include: feeding cattle, moving cattle from one feeding ground to another, inspecting cattle range and rotating pastures. Beautiful location, and need a couple who understands long winters and rural environments. Need to be friendly and outgoing as this is a retreat for the owners and they want to feel relaxed while using the property. Searching for long-term couple who have a friendly outgoing personality. Spouse employed 5-6 months, between May 1st - October AND would be paid separately.

Communication and Flexibility:
- Maintain a high level of communication with farm owners and co-workers.
- Be a team player.
- Communicate new ideas and ways of doing things to owners on a regular basis.
- Show willingness to assist other when the unexpected occurs.
- Show willingness to complete the job as required.
- Have a positive attitude at all times.
- Assist with any other farm project as needed.
- Attend regular staff and farm professionals meetings.

Duties and Responsibilities:
- Serve as the organization's primary liaison to local/state government officials, dairy specific and general agricultural organizations, universities, and others as necessary
- Manage and influence economic development efforts as they pertain to dairy in the region
- Maintain awareness of dairy industry market conditions, competitive activities, consumer issues, and general economic conditions
- Participate in industry events to promote the direction and concerns of the company at the local and regional area
- Effectively communicate and problem-solve in an intense, fast paced, and ever-changing environment
- Ensure timely communications and recommendations to senior management to aid in the decision-making process
- Communicate effectively with all related constituencies, including, company employees, the council, cooperative members, and all related industry constituencies
- In addition to serving as an advocate for, serve as a resource for dairy farmer members in the region
- Perform all duties and actions necessary to support the efficient and successful operations of the area
- The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Current farm and ranch experience
- Up to date on row crop enterprise with corn, soybeans, and a little hay using modern equipment
- Experience with pivot irrigation is a plus, will train those that are mechanically inclined
- Solid Cow/Calf experience working with AI would be a plus
- Experience with rotational grazing, range management, herd health, and processing cattle
- Ability to identify, diagnose, and treat sick cattle
- Strong communication skills, work ethic, and good attitude is a must
- Ability to work independently as wells as know the value of teamwork
- Mechanically inclined with some welding skills, strong maintenance skills, and ability to mend fence when needed

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is looking for Farm/Ranch Assistant for diverse farm and cattle operation in south central Nebraska. Looking for someone with good communications skills to join the owner as a team. 3-5 years experience in both farming and cattle is preferred, but willing to do some training for the right person who has solid references. The operation is looking to continue the expansion of the entire enterprise in both crop production and some cow/calf. Employer also a construction business that he also owns, so would like to see someone who has a positive attitude and is forward thinking and willing to be diverse and willing to jump in and assist wherever needed during peak demands either on the construction side or ability to work alone with the farm/cattle if left alone. Operation is in a great location on a bus route with a great school system. Salary will be determined by experience.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Need strong equipment operation skills
- Semi driving experience with CDL and a clean DMV record is required
- Need cow/calf experience, strong experience is a plus
- Experience feeding, calving, fencing, etc. are all a plus
- Hard working, team player, and self-starter
- General equipment maintenance needed, fabrication, welding, and mechanics is a plus

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a qualified Farm/ Ranch Assistant for an operation in western Nebraska. Need to have experience and interest in both cows and farming. They run a commercial operation, background their own calves, and may also add a few depending on the year. Farm operation also has their own semis, so person must be willing to get a CDL if they don't have one, but do need to have some experience with driving a truck. This is a diversified operation and person needs to be willing to jump in and help where and when needed. This is a progressive operation that can provide a family friendly atmosphere; they try to take Sundays off except for chores, unless pinched by the weather at seasonal times of the year.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Good hay production experience a must, along with pivot experience a plus
- Welding skill a plus and fence mending is a must
- Routine maintenance and general repairs
- Communication and good attitude in working as a team a must

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is looking for a long-term Ranch Assistant for a central Nebraska Sandhills ranch. Employer is needing a good candidate who knows cows and calves, animal health, hay production, pivot operation, and general repairs and maintenance of equipment. Candidate needs to be flexible and willing to jump in and help where needed. Duties will be assisting with small feedlot, hauling manure, assisting with irrigation and putting up prairie hay as well as 3 cuttings of alfalfa. Looking for an all around employee that is also capable of hauling manure and fixing fence in the spring, putting up hay in the summer, and feeding bales during the winter. Employer is looking for someone with experience, reliability, dependability, and trustworthiness for this long-term position. A nice 2 bedroom home and utilities are provided.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Need good experience operating Ag or heavy equipment
- Good preventative maintenance and general repair skills
- Dependable and a self-starter
- Good communication skills

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a good Equipment Operator for this central Nebraska manure hauling and spreading business. Need dedicated self-starter who knows equipment operations, preventative maintenance and general repair. This employer is operating nice new equipment, so they need to hire someone that knows how to care for it. Need to be a good communicator, hard working and have a good attitude.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- 5+ years of current experience in row crops and working with large farm equipment
- Solid farming background with plant through harvest experience preferred
- Prefer good understanding and current experience with precision equipment, GPS, auto-steer
- Needs to be mechanically inclined to handle routine maintenance & general repair
- Experience changing brakes, wheel seals, etc. on tractor trailers
- Arc welding & fabrication skills a plus
- Electrical experience very helpful
- Must have a clean/good driving record and prefer experience operating tractor trailers
- Looking for individual that is motivated, long-term and career-minded with a passion for agriculture
- Must be able to work independently and be trustworthy and responsible
- Good attitude and dependable
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work as a team player in a safe and productive manner
- Must be a self-starter, easy going and able to get along with others

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a Farm Foreman for this central North Dakota family farm. Candidate needs to be mechanically inclined and prefer they have good understanding and experience with precision equipment/GPS and have above average shop experience to perform maintenance of equipment in the off-season so it is ready to go before the next crop season. During the off-season Foreman may assist in hauling grain and working in shop. Farm runs all late model John Deere equipment with excellent facilities. Farm has 15,000 acres of wheat and soybeans. The primary responsibilities of the Farm Foreman are the operation of equipment used in planting, and harvesting of grain. The duties of the position vary with the seasons and the needs of the operation, so it is important this individual is willing to adapt to changing circumstances, who is flexible and has a good attitude. Prefer person with some grain handling experience, drying, storage, etc. and able to climb the grain bins. Need someone who takes pride in what they do and is a self-motivated individual with a strong agriculture background and solid character. Must be able to take direction, have a neat appearance, good work ethic, and a passion for farming. Good problem-solving skills and the ability to find and build solutions when the need arises. Must be able to handle multiple demands, be flexible, and able to adapt to last minute changes. Foreman needs to be able to supervise, but be able work and get along with others, and who's willing to help others when needed and be a team player. Pay depends on the experience in row crop production. This is a very progressive farm operation searching for a long-term employee who wants to grow in responsibility and also to grow along with the farm. Good churches and schools located within the community.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Prefer general farm background
- Prefer irrigation background
- Routine maintenance and general repair skills
- Knowledge of native grasses would be helpful
- Minimum 5 years experience crop production

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is assisting a western Kansas farm producer searching for an Irrigation Technician. Employer is looking for someone with general mechanical skills to maintain irrigation equipment and other duties as assigned, field work, road grading, etc. Candidate with minimum of 5 years of recent crop production experience preferred, but not required. Need someone with the potential to take on more and more responsibilities. Would be nice if person has experience with native grasses. This employer will provide a $1,000 hiring bonus to help with moving expenses.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Must have current swine production management experience to be considered for this position
- High School diploma. Associates of Science in Animal Science, Agriculture or related field preferred
- 2+ years experience working with a swine production facility and at least one year of Breed to Wean Farm Management Experience
- Proven Team Leadership; Team Development experience; computer proficiency
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, including solid interpersonal and public relations as well as relationship building across divisional management tiers

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is assisting this progressive Ag employer in seeking a well-qualified Genetic Sow Farm Manager for a Nebraska location. This individual will lead a team of animal caretakers/Section Managers and is responsible for the performance of the Genetic Sow Farm sites.. Through the use of innovation and continuous improvement, they will drive excellence in production planning, scheduling, execution of daily work and operational efficiencies. They will work with the farm staff to develop animal management competencies to increase profits while providing for the well-being of the animals. Own, monitor, and direct all practices that promote bio-security in coordination with Health Services, while participating in the development of annual operating goals, human resource needs, and farm business plans. Employer offers competitive wages and exceptional benefits. EOE

QUALIFICATIONS:

- 3-5 years experience in a previous feedlot lead capacity
- Bachelor's Degree in Ag Econ or Business Degree, Will consider Animal Science Degree or a related field of study
- Would consider equivalent work experience/School of Hard Knocks
- Strong animal health background and/or a combination of technical training and work experience
- Proven experience in a supervisory position, with drive to excel
- Leadership skills in developing and directing their work force
- High level of integrity and work ethic
- Understanding financials with the ability to assist in the development of the animal health and facilities annual budgets
- Ability to plan, coordinate, and direct yard maintenance and general upkeep to maintain and improve the feedyard functionality and aesthetics
- Analyze and identify opportunities to improve feeding performance and profitability at receiving, processing, animal health, and other areas as identified
- Bilingual Spanish a plus

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Manages functions and production staff related to the operation of the feed yard facility. Responsible for oversight of receiving and shipping of cattle, processing, feeding programs, feed mill operation, feed ingredient inventory, animal health and nutrition, equipment needs, maintenance, people resources, farm management, waste management, and all other operations.

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a Feedlot Assistant Manager for this southwestern Kansas commercial Cattle Feeder. Responsibilities include: Manage daily operations of the feed yard facility. Assure all activities are within company guidelines and applicable laws/regulations. Safeguard employees and company assets. Supervision of staff, including all work schedules. Assure all employees understand expectations of the job. Handle training and direction. Execute coordination and communication including staff meetings among departments, crews and people to achieve a team-oriented approach to production. Manage production people to achieve maximum efficiency of the feed yard. Complete recruiting, training, employee development, hold employees accountable, provide constructive performance feedback, complete written evaluations, any necessary disciplinary action, document appropriate actions and coordinate wage administration. Manage costs. Strive for efficiency. Evaluate equipment and repairs for alternatives. Keep rolling stock and equipment in good operational condition. Prepare Appropriation Requests as required. Assist General Manager in customer origination, feeder cattle procurement, risk management, feed ingredient procurement and finished cattle marketing. In case of absence, cover all responsibilities of General Manager. Handle all regulatory compliance matters for the feedyard. Stay abreast of all regulations and pending issues to keep the yard in effective operating order. Assure animal health practices and feed nutrition meet optimum growing conditions. Manage shrink and death loss. Work closely with outside consulting veterinarians and nutritionist to address deficiencies and improve cattle feeding results. Maintain effective environmental practices to prevent contamination of any soil and keep the relationship with neighbors in good standing. Keep facility in neat appearance. Coordinate activities with central office and other company locations to provide for efficient utilization of entire company effort. Use proactive communication. Continue professional growth through participation of industry events and training. Attend conferences, seminars and educational workshops to stay abreast with latest industry practices and new technology available. Other projects and duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Really need experience reading and understanding bunks
- 2-5 years industry experience and a all inclusive knowledge of the cattle feeding industry
- Good animal health & feeding experience along with strong nutrition background preferred
- Willingness to act as backup in any of the other departments as needed
- Experience operating equipment, while respecting safety of people, livestock, and maintenance of equipment is required
- Excellent communication and leadership skills are required

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a feedlot foreman responsible for day-to-day feedlot operations in south central Nebraska. The feedyard has recently been completely overhauled and is very user friendly. The yard foreman will oversee three full-time employees. Need to have excellent skills pertaining to Animal Health: spotting, diagnosing and treating cattle. The foreman will also assist in feeding, pen maintenance, riding pens, etc. The job requires a good attitude and to be a good communicator. Candidates must have a strong work ethic and the ability to get the job done. Responsibilities include oversight of receiving and shipping cattle, processing, feeding programs, feed mill operation, feed ingredient inventory, animal health and nutrition, equipment, maintenance, waste management, and a clear understanding of applicable regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED required
- AAS or BS in animal science or related agriculture field preferred
- Minimum of 2 years of previous experience in swine or other livestock production highly preferred
- Experience with direct employee supervision is preferred
- Potentially localized travel within the working geography
- Ability to push, pull or lift at least 50 lb.
- Ability to walk/stand on concrete for long periods of time
- Ability to handle exposure to dust, odor, and noise

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is in search of a Wean to Market Manager for this Nebraska swine farm. Employee will provide daily management and employee supervision for a wean-to-market production farm. Ensure consistent implementation of Best Management Practices on farm that drive productivity, optimize efficiency, promote sustainability, and safeguard the well-being of the animals. Collaborate with and closely align with other divisions to consistently deliver best-in-class quality products and services to their customers. Provide direct leadership to a small team of employees (if applicable), through strong communication, goal setting, and routine coaching of management behaviors. Will implement on-boarding, training, and coaching programs to develop technical and leadership capacity within the team to achieve the goals for that farm in terms of Grade A %, value share, and feed conversion ratios.  Directly manage production employees, including scheduling of workers, pig transport, barn wash labor, vaccination labor, and keeping fully staffed. Employer provides competitive wages and an exceptional benefits package. EOE

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is representing a dairy located in Minnesota who is searching for a hands on Herd Manager, with a “Can Do” attitude. Must be motivated, with a passion to learn and work with cows in the dairy industry. Preferred candidate thinks outside the box and is open to new ideas. Responsibilities include communicating with industry specialists and other experienced dairy people for sharing and acquiring ideas that will benefit their dairy. Organization is very important and the Herd Manager must have the ability to manage, organize, coach, and follow up with employees. Employer has a great Spanish speaking resource and are looking for someone to coordinate the meetings and work with this individual to develop protocols that can be posted and followed-up on. For the right individual, there could be an opportunity to buy.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Solid agriculture background in Ranching, working with wean to yearlings, and heifer development
- Good animal husbandry skills, ability to identify sick, and doctor animals
- Heat detection, A.I. and ability to keep detailed records are all a plus
- Passion for Range Management, cattle performance, and breeding up
- Ability to build and repair new and existing fence and electric fence
- Able to work independently and as a team, keeping busy and having a good head on your shoulders
- Knowledge of Savory Grazing System and feed efficiency unit
- Heavy Equipment operation experience is a plus
- Willingness to assist with calving, and jump in when needed is a plus

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is assisting this northeast Arizona Ranch in finding a strong Ranch Assistant. Primary duties are working as a Herdsman over a Wean to Yearling operation with steers and heifers. Steers are grazed for 90 days, duties would include 700 to 1000 heifers that would take you all the way to the following fall when they are sold mostly as bred heifers. Needing to hire a good employee; well rounded, good attitude, strong communicator and team skills. Ranch uses Horses and ATVs. Needs person able to build new fence and repair existing fence, work with electric fence, water wells (electric/gas), pipelines, repair and maintain property and equipment. Ranch grazes year around, no haying, just moving supplement tubs and attending to yearlings and the ranch itself. Need to be self-starter and keep motivated, but also able and willing to take direction. Willing work by himself or with others. Position has two houses as year is divided between two ranch locations. Ranch is somewhat isolated so will take special person that can adjust to limited cell phone and internet use, also history shows it is difficult raising children in this position as the year is split between two different school districts. Benefits package is flexible to fit your needs and salary will be dependent upon experience. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Mechanically apt with minimum of 2 years experience / knowledge of electrical components either in center pivot irrigation systems, heavy equipment, Ag equipment, construction or military equipment
- Desire to work year-round outdoors with overtime hours
- Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
- Ability to use service-related technology and basic computer functions
- Willingness to travel within territory
- Must have a valid driver license and clean driving record
- Must have a positive attitude with attention to detail with desire to provide quality customer service
- Ability to pass background check

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is seeking an Irrigation Technician for a Central Oklahoma Irrigation dealership that provides sales, service, parts and installation of center pivots to their Ag customers. Ideal candidate will have a mechanical background with good, hands-on knowledge of electrical components used in either center pivot irrigation systems, heavy or construction equipment, Ag equipment or military equipment. This Technician will provide quality customer service while utilizing their mechanical abilities to service, repair, re-condition and assemble new or used irrigation or Ag equipment in the field. Duties to include:

- Troubleshooting, diagnosing and conducting mechanical repairs on center pivot, linear and corner irrigation systems using test equipment and tools to determine root cause.
- Working directly with Ag growers on-site to communicate repairs made, to share available products and services to meet their needs and to provide technical instruction for operation of equipment
- Reading and interpreting schematics, blueprints, diagrams and operations manuals
- Participating in company training and meetings
- Completing service reports, inventory of parts and maintaining customer records

Salary level will be based on experience, anywhere from $18-25 per hour. Pay can be hourly, annual salary, commissions or combination of all. Employer currently has Technicians making $60K to $80K+. A Senior-Level Technician can earn $100K+.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Good equipment operator
- Routine maintenance and general repairs
- Good communication skills
- Dependable and hardworking
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Experience with pivot irrigation is a big plus

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is seeking a Lead Equipment Operator for this Illinois farm. Job duties will be operating newer farm equipment including planter, fertilizer applicator, swather, combines, center pivots and grain trucks. Will assist in vehicle and machinery maintenance and general farm upkeep. Farm uses GPS and precision Ag such as yield and protein monitors in harvesting, variable rate fertilizing in planting, so prefer some computer experience. Working longer hours during planting, irrigation and harvest is to be expected. No livestock. Winter season consists of grain hauling and equipment maintenance and equipment manufacturing in shop. Winter hours average 40 hours. A strong crop background and experience with large farm equipment, large truck, and pivot irrigation operation are preferred attributes. Prefer a candidate who was raised on a farm,has made farming their career and has a passion for Agriculture.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Experienced mechanic Diesel/Gasoline, Hydraulic Systems, Air Brakes, A/C
- Experience with small engines, ag equipment and heavy equipment
- Strong Preventative maintenance capabilities
- Able to perform all day-to-day maintenance and repairs
- Welding and fabrication experience preferred
- Experience ordering and maintaining inventory of parts
- Must have valid drivers license

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a Lead Shop Mechanic for this eastern Nebraska producer. Seeking a person to lead the shop team of 2 to 4 people on general repairs and maintenance on all farm, feedlot, trucking, and feed mill equipment. Will be responsible for job order scheduling and tracking, ordering parts, contacting and scheduling any outside repairs, and managing parts inventory. Will be responsible for scheduling and following up on regular services on all rolling stock. This operation has Case IH, JD, CAT, Hyundai, JBS, Chevy, Ford, Dodge, Fiat, Cummins, International and every type of equipment, including semi-tractors and belt trailers. The person in this position will be responsible for all paperwork and efficient communication with the office staff and management

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Agronomy or other 4-year Ag-Related degree preferred
- Proven Ag Retail Leadership including Experience Managing P&L's
- Solid Experience Selling and Teaching others to Sell Ag Chemicals, Fertilizer and Seed to Midwestern Ag Growers
- Ability to Run a Profitable Agronomy Business like It Is Your Very Own
- Exceptional Work References a MUST
- Cooperative Agronomy Retail Management Experience beneficial
- Personal Ties to Eastern Nebraska strongly preferred

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is seeking a Dynamic Ag Retail Leader looking to bring Profitability and Solid Ag Grower Relationships to an Ag Retailer located in Eastern Nebraska. Primary responsibilities in this role to include:

- Training / Motivating Agronomy Sales Personnel in Strong Crop Protection, Seed and Micronutrient Sales
- Overseeing Facility as well as Office and Warehouse Personnel
- Maintenance/Upkeep of the Facility

Ideal individual will be Performance-Driven, Business-Minded and of Highest Integrity. Exceptional Work-Related References will be required.

Base Salary To $110,000, Possibly Higher, Plus Profitability Bonus. All Benefits are Negotiable.

THIS IS A HIGHLY LUCRATIVE BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY FOR AN INDIVIDUAL LOOKING FOR AN OPPORTUNITY OUTSIDE OF THE AG COOPERATIVE SYSTEM.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- BS degree in horticulture, organic agriculture, or equivalent preferred
- Extensive Organic Farm experience is a must with preference to East coast region
- Previous management and supervisory experience required
- Need to be Self-motivated
- Need to have good communication skills with staff and ownership
- Willingness to be a hands on
- Must be highly organized with attention to detail in coordination of crop and labor schedules
- Willing to assist as need and time permits with 300 acres of conventionally farmed land, including management of pests, irrigation, and harvest

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for an Organic Farm Supervisor for a New Jersey operation. The position will be to maximize the quality and diversified output of the organic farm areas, supervision of the staff, and ongoing communication with the ownership and non-organic managers. Primary duties will include responsibility for the 8 acres of certified organic crops and keeping in compliance with USDA organic mandates. Majority of the work will be dealing with extensive vegetable and bed preparation, seeding, transplanting, planting, weed control, pest control, irrigation, harvesting produce in a sustainable, progressive, and certified organic fashion while keeping the Organic Farm profitable. Will also need outstanding written and oral communication skills required to convey information, gather and disseminate information, and problem solve. Pay will be determined by experience and encourage all to apply if you are currently in management or supervisory capacity of an organic operation and would consider for your next career step. Preference will be giving to those from the Northeast part of the US in terms of experience in working with weather, soil, and humidity experience in organic farming. Location for family friendly, with great schools, and other recreational activities.

Skills and Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field or equivalent experience in technical support.
- Excellent ability to interpret, analyze, troubleshoot and resolve technical problems.
- Must possess excellent communication skills including verbal, written, and telephone etiquette.
- Willingness and ability to occasionally work in unusual conditions and hours. Position requires up to 25% travel, including international travel.
- Familiarity with the farm/dairy industry, dairy farm operations and management, and a variety of cross function disciplines as they relate to the milking process.
- Excellent working knowledge of personal computers, windows operating systems, PC based applications such as MS Office applications, spreadsheets, data bases, and other related equipment.
- Experience with PC networking, firewalls, anti-virus programs is desired. Including familiarity with various commercially available herd management programs.

Job Description

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is representing an established dairy equipment operation located in Wisconsin who are searching for a Product Support Manager for their automation products. Duties and Responsibilities are to provide technical support to dealers, end-users, company personnel and others regarding the proper installation, use, troubleshooting, repair and preventative maintenance of products to ensure products are performing at optimal levels. Participate in the development of company's formal customer training programs and assist with the teaching of those programs. Determine the suitability of current and new products for company's customers and provide, as needed, on-site setup, and startup assistance and training of company's dealers and end-users. Receive, document and resolve customer complaints and inquiries in a manner which preserves customer’s loyalty and confidence while maintaining the company’s integrity and financial restraints. Includes working with various departments resolving the problems identified. Assist company's engineering dept. with development of new products including; beta site testing, product analysis, customer follow-up and product manufacturing support. Investigate and report on unusual or unsatisfactory product performance to determine root cause which can be used for potential product improvements and/or future product design input.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Livestock monitoring, doctoring and calving
- Ability to work cattle from horseback part of the year
- Well-rounded ranch knowledge in cattle ranching and irrigating hay
- Will irrigate, but hay production with swathing and baling is custom done by outside source
- Can troubleshoot and execute preventative maintenance (jack-of-all-trades) on ranch
- Preferred some skills in arc and acetylene welding, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, fencing, roads, ditches, facilities, irrigation and equipment
- Organization and effective communication skills a must!
- Able to follow directions with little to no supervision, and keeping on task with day-to-day duties
- Self-motivated and proactive regarding upcoming projects and seasonal work

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a good Ranch Assistant for this southeastern Wyoming ranch producer. General ranch work, including cow/calf production, fence repair, construction, irrigating hay and handling (No Hay Production), weed control, and general mechanical repairs. Desired skills and attributes include: skills consistent with property maintenance; familiarity with, and ability to operate, farm machinery; animal health skills; ability to communicate well with the Ranch Manager, attention to detail, and high standards in work quality. Other responsibilities include: grounds maintenance, including general pickup, corral, barn, shed, house, and other structure maintenance and repairs. Need to have a good attitude, honest and dependable. Need person who's willing and able to jump in where and when needed. Nice location with a good employer. Manager would like to find long-term employee.