• Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Related Field
• 5+ years experience in a grain accounting role
• Grain Inventory management skill and experience
• Mark-to-market accounting experience is a plus
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Excel and Access

• Prepare monthly and annual financial statements
• Budget preparation and analysis
• Inventory analysis and reconciliation
• Cost accounting
• Ensure all accounting is consistent with GAAP
• Sales Margin analysis
• Operating Expense Analysis
• Mark-to-market inventory accounting
• Support internal management and auditors as requested
• Maintain accuracy in the company accounting system
• Other duties as assigned.

UPDATE: 2/13/2019

QUALIFICATIONS:

Did you:
- Grow up on a Farm or around Agriculture
- Earn or pursue an Agronomy or Ag-related degree

Are you:
- Knowledgeable of row crop inputs, irrigated cropping systems and Precision Ag
- Knowledgeable of crop insurance and its benefits
- A relationship-builder
- Honest with high integrity
- Self-directed
- Excited by opportunities to grow an existing Ag business

Do you:
- Connect well with a younger Ag grower profile
- Treat customers with highest respect
- Know how to build a solid customer base
- Enjoy prospecting for new business

Have you:
- Worked for several years in Ag sales
- Had good experience presenting/selling/closing sales in 1-on-1 OR group settings

Would you:
- Enjoy working/living in a small, rural Midwestern community
- Enjoy good public/private schools in the area
- Enjoy a positive quality of life that is community-focused
- Have interest to possibly buy into a solid Ag business after representing them for a few years

Perhaps you've been working for a larger Ag organization in Ag sales and are now looking for a smaller, more family-friendly organization offering flexibility and an opportunity to have a true voice in defining the direction of the business.

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is assisting an Established and Diversified Ag Organization looking to add a Proven Ag Salesperson to their Team. In this role, you will work face-to-face with Nebraska Ag growers and Ag-related organizations to:

• Offer Technical Agronomic Recommendations and Solutions
• Present/Sell a diverse offering of Agronomy products, Crop Insurance, Aerial Imagery and Precision Ag services and systems
• Share excellent Sales & Marketing knowledge/understanding with business owners and existing Sales Team
• Identify New Business Development Opportunities in the field to communicate to business owners

UPDATE: 12/21/2018

***EMPLOYER WILL BE INTERVIEWING FOR THIS POSITION IN EARLY 2019***

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.

• Demonstrated Husbandry Skills – Maintaining proper feed, water, climate and living conditions in building
• Able to diagnose problems and determine appropriate solutions
• Awareness and knowledge of surroundings in relation to climate, atmosphere and equipment
• Demonstrated Supervisory experience in an ag production setting
• Organizational Skills
• Leadership Skills
• Independent Self-Starter/Team Player
• Attention to detail
• Ability to read, understand and effectively communicate information through writing and speaking so others will understand

• Overall care of birds
• Manage and oversee daily responsibilities of Layer House People and Layer Maintenance People
• Monitor computer for all house vitals (water, air, feed)
• Responsible for weighing and bleeding birds
• Oversee clean out procedures for new flocks
• Oversee Layer bird crew activities
• Collect, compile and distribute production data
• Report all Layer site activity to Layer Site Manager
• Responsible for daily safety rounds
• Responsible for daily record keeping on computer
• Report completion of all daily activities to layer manager on a daily basis
• Oversee all bird moves and crew activities along with molting procedures
• Maintain monthly employee work schedules
• Follow all OSHA safety regulations and procedures
• Perform Layer House Person’s duties and responsibilities when necessary
• Responsible for reporting and taking any necessary action to prevent food safety and food quality problems from occurring.
• Responsible for following and enforcing procedures outlined in the Food Safety Plan and the Food Quality Plan and any other programs that support the SQF system and other 3rd party audits.
• Responsible for implementing and maintaining the American Humane Care certification level and the FDA safe Egg rule and programs and plans affiliated with them
• Monitor and maintain egg inventory databases and relay them to marketing Department
• Perform other tasks as assigned

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Related Field
• 8 years experience as a Controller in a Grain Company
• Chartered Accountant or CPA preferred
• Grain Inventory management skill and experience
• Mark-to-market accounting experience
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Excel and Access

• Prepare monthly and annual financial statements
• Budget preparation and analysis
• Inventory analysis and reconciliation
• Month-end Journal Entries
• Cost accounting
• Sales Margin analysis
• Operating Expense Analysis
• Mark-to-market accounting
• Coordinate external audits as required
• Support internal management and auditors as requested
• Managing, directing, and training the accounting staff
• Other duties as assigned.

- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience of 5-7 years required.
- Experience in sales preferably with a dealer network.
- Background in agriculture equipment, dairy chemicals or dairy supplies preferred
- 50% travel required


Job Description:

To accomplish this, a district manager must:

• Develop a comprehensive annual territory sales plan in alignment with the objectives of the Company, maximizing the Company’s product and service offering within their territory;
• Meet or exceed sales targets.
• Develop individual dealer plans on how to grow the business.
• Upgrade poor performing dealers to meet the sales and business objectives;
• Participate and support Company training activities;
• Develop a professional relationship with key local industry influentials;
• Conduct all business and personal affairs in a professional and ethical way.

• A minimum of 3 years’ direct sales experience. Ideal candidate will have experience related to agricultural equipment and supplies
• High School diploma, prefer at least 2 years of college
• General knowledge of agriculture and farming practices
• Valid Driver's License and clear driving record
• Proficient computer skills: Windows, MS Office, Microsoft Word, Excel, etc, and adaptability on company’s computer system
• Accountability – Ability to accept responsibilities and account for his/her actions.
• Accurate – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
• Assertiveness – Ability to act in a self-confident manner to facilitate completion of a work assignment or to defend a position or idea
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively to customers and supervisors
• Communication, Written – Ability to communicate effectively in writing reports and emails
• Customer Oriented – Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures and strong relationship building skills
• Decision Making – Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures
• Energetic – Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work. Ability to lift, carry and load 50 lbs. minimum weight requirements
• Honesty / Integrity – Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace
• Organized – Processing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task
• Reliability – The trait of being dependable and trustworthy
• Self Motivated – Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of ones ability using his or her own drive or initiative

• Out of the office phone sales and traveling sales (approved by supervisor)
• Maintain regular business hours and be accessible during the day
• Weekend DEALER Shows and National Sponsorship Shows
• Answer customers’ questions about products, prices, availability, and transportation
• Recommend products to customers’ needs and interests
• Quoting large projects with Senior Management and communicating deliveries customers.
• Deliver product to customer when necessary
• Providing ongoing support to existing customers and consult with clients after sales
• Problem solving and good sound business decision making
• Identify prospective customers by using business directories, following leads from existing clients, taking direction of Senior Management.
• Monitor market conditions and competitors’ products prices, and sales
• Achieve weekly and monthly goals, perform administrative duties, such as filling out daily call reports, keeping sales records, filing expense account reports
• Represent Company with the high standard of performance, conduct, and professionalism
• Outside territory sales will consist of frequent travel with occasional overnight stays.

Minimum Qualifications
- B.S. Degree
- 5 years’ work experience
- Series 3 Certification (obtainable upon hire)

Knowledge & Skills
- Crop and livestock production processes
- Grain pricing and contracting procedures
- Agricultural economy and industry trends
- Verbal and written communication
- Preparing budgets, proposals, agreements, reports and email communications
- Self-motivation, organization, planning, and time management

A focused and motivated consultant will have a high degree of time and travel flexibility. Having an agricultural background is preferred. Relocation is not required for this position.

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+.

• College degree, preferably in an agriculturally based field of study (Animal Science, Nutrition, Physiology);
• 2 years of large account management is ideal
• 5 years of field sales experience in the dairy nutrition industry is ideal
• Experience working in a deadline-driven environment
• Proactive self-starter with flexibility to travel (valid driver's license required) and the ability to effectively problem-solve
• Customer service skills and strong communication skills
• Good organization, time management skills, team focused and results driven
• Competent in computer knowledge – MS office and proficiency in Excel

• Strengthening and supporting customer relationships and business development opportunities
• Collaborating with the sales team to achieve sales targets for both private label and branded products
• Work closely with senior leaders to develop and execute sales strategy for new customers and product distributors including the development of a plan to drive sales results with assigned accounts
• Proactively analyze sales performance of assigned territory and accounts
• Maintain proactive and regular contact with customers and alliances
• Provide feedback and market intelligence to sales team and organization managers through regular communication and utilizing systems provided.
• Field support for customers via on farm visits, follow-up and troubleshooting support
• Attend and provide support at industry trade shows and conferences

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Degree in Horticulture, Arboriculture, or equivalent advanced plant and horticultural knowledge is essential
- Previous supervisory experience required with 3 years minimum experience working as a Horticulturist
- Self-motivated, good communication skills with staff and ownership, leadership skills, team building, highly organized with attention to detail
- Ability to work in extreme conditions such s heat, cold, and rain. Willingness to work some Saturdays and evening hours as needed
- Working knowledge of software applications (Microsoft Suite) and strong working knowledge of all office machines
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
- Ability to foster strong relationships with team members and external clients
- Demonstrated experience to operate heavy equipment for maintaining fields and handling large specimen trees and shrubs
- Train and supervise best practices for tree and shrub preparation, digging, root ball sizing, pruning, load handling techniques, irrigation, and staging
- Required to hold regular meetings and complying with all safety regulations
- Develop and manage yearly budget and monthly performance goals for the department
- Analyze future needs; forecasting staff and material needs to complete future jobs
- Develop and monitor performance metrics in the assigned areas of responsibility

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a Nursery Manager for this Eastern Shore Nursery operation. Nursery Manager will tour work areas daily to determine type and quantity of horticulture plants to be grown considering such factors as whether plants will be grown in bed or containers and market demand utilizing knowledge of plants, growing habits of plants, disease conditions, cost of production or other pertinent considerations. Nursery Manager will also supervise and give the direction of all horticultural functions related to inventory for the nursery; to include pruning, weeding, fertilization, irrigation, disease, and pest control, and monitoring of general plant health. Oversees the storage of pesticide is in compliance with the state Department of Agriculture regulations safely and accordingly to label. You will also be responsible for other duties as assigned by the Nursery Supervisor. Hire and salary will be dependent upon education, skills, experience, stability as well as references. The position is very challenging and rewarding at the same time. The employer is an equal opportunity and encourages you to apply if you're up for the challenge of making a career change today.

Qualifications Guidelines:

Education/Certification: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in Food Safety, Quality Assurance, or a related field from an accredited four-year college or university is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Effective budgeting practices.
• Knowledge of HACCP, FSMA, risk assessments, and root cause analysis is required
• Knowledge of Flowcharting, mind-mapping, and Operational design
• Knowledge of principles and practices of employee supervision, training, and evaluation.
• Plan, organize, prioritize, and complete projects and assignments in a timely manner.
• Supervise, coach, and evaluate the effectiveness of administrative and technical staff.
• Interact effectively with customers, business representatives, employees, management and ownership, vendors, contractors, consultants, and public and private representatives.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive Company information and use judgment and tact in applying policies, solving problems, and communicating standards.
• Operate computer hardware and software and utilize specialized software applications.
• Experience with programs such as Famous is a plus but not required.
• Ability to communicate, translate, and write in both English and Spanish is a key requirement

• Customer Service Investigation: Isolate issues and incidents and prevent delivery to customers of poor-quality product through reducing waste and providing thorough analysis of problem product
• Perform food safety product traceability for customers, recalls, or quality issues requiring the need to know where product originated, and which customers received the product; plan and implement mock recalls and trace scenarios to improve the current recall plan; update the trace and recall plan as necessary
• Manage supplier approval per quality and food safety standards through 3rd party audit review, internal inspections as needed, supplier packet review, and creation and revision of the vendor/supplier packet
• Perform Quality Control and Quality Assurance abuse tests, pressure tests, and R&D on products that could affect fruit quality (packaging, food contact products, cleaners, sanitizers, etc.)
• Manages all audits and maintains integrity of Food Safety, ISO, HACCP, Organic, Quality Assurance, and any other FSQA compliance function, including continuous improvement, training, meetings, and corrective actions as needed. Ensures compliance at all levels of the organization as well as international integration to customer requirements.
• Makes decisions on Quality Team Notifications. Works with Sales Team, Supply Chain, and Operations Managers to make decisions on the best outcome for the product and customers.
• Manage the ISO 9001 paperwork and documentation process, including follow through and follow up of corrective actions, manage the internal audit schedule for all ISO processes and perform internal audits with department heads or team captains, coordination with ISO team captains to ensure and validate processes during internal audits and before 3rd part external audits; and review process records to confirm that they are being completed properly and recorded in the ISO system. Create new ISO (Quality System) processes as they are needed and coordinate with, and monitor, team captains to document and validate these processes.
• Tracks and monitors Food Safety and Quality expenses to budget on monthly basis. Works with Department Head to establish annual Financial Budget for the Quality Department.
• Works with the Quality Supervisor and Leads in hiring and management of Quality Control and Food Safety personnel, including the position descriptions, interviewing, offer-stage, training & development, establishing objectives, and 90-day probationary period evaluations.

Requirements

• Accredited DVM with 2-5 years of field experience with small animals.
• Focused on quality care, client satisfaction and have a passion for veterinary medicine.
• Excellent surgical skills including an interest in dentistry
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• A sense of humor and a desire to have fun are highly encouraged.

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is assisting an established Employer in their search for a small animal veterinarian for their growing companion animal and exotic pet hospital. As a member of this team you would enjoy a family friendly culture that promotes superior work-life balance with a rewarding career. You will have access to state-of-the-art technology in diagnostic and treatment equipment. This employer offers a highly competitive benefits package based upon experience and competitive benefits package.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Experience in either grain or cattle is plus, but will train right person
- CDL, DOT physical is required
- Options to work short haul or long haul
- Reliable, dependable, and responsible

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for qualified drivers for a central Nebraska trucking company with openings due to expansion. This is an excellent opportunity for a long-term position. This company needs drivers who are dependable and hard working. Operation runs better than average equipment. Position is flexible to work with your personal time in terms of nights out vs. nights home. Position is based in a nice community to raise a family just a few miles from larger city or can live in several nearby communities that all have good schools and opportunities for a spouse to find work. Pay is determined by a formula based on what is hauled and distance in combination with mileage and percent commission of the load. Income is determined by experience, load, and distance. Looking for drivers, teams, and owner operators.