Our client seeks to expand and is looking for a self starter who is goal oriented and has the drive to work from a virtual office within the trade territory. Advisor will work for the farmer, becoming their trusted advisor. Our client is focused on protecting the American farmer, providing them with protection and the collateral they require to keep their operation functioning.

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:

• Did you grow up in a Farming Environment and Pursue/Earn a 4-year degree in Agronomy or other Ag discipline?
• Do you have Proven Ag Sales experience and Solid Marketing Know-How; have Proven Experience Presenting/Selling/Closing Sales in one-on-one and group settings?
• Are you Knowledgeable of Precision Ag, Crop Insurance and Irrigated Cropping Systems as well as latest Crop Protection, Seed and Crop Nutrition products and systems?
• Perhaps you’ve been Working for a Larger Ag Organization in Ag Sales and are Now Looking for a Smaller, More Family-Friendly Ag Organization Offering Flexibility and an Opportunity to Have a True Voice in Defining The Direction of the Organization?
• Do you connect well with a Younger Farmer Profile; Treat Customers with Highest Respect; know how to Build a Solid Customer Base and Enjoy Cold Calling Prospects?
• Are you a Relationship Builder; Honest with Highest Integrity; Self-Directed and Excited by Opportunities to Grow a Business?
• Would you Enjoy Living/Working in a Small Rural Community at the edge of the Nebraska Sandhills offering Good Public/Private Schools and a Positive Quality of Life that is Community-Focused?
• Would you have Interest in the Possibility of Buying into a Business you’ve been Representing for several years?

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

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.

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.

• College degree in Ag Engineering or Feed/Milling Science is a plus.
• 5+ years feed mill supervisory experience preferred. Extensive exposure to batch feed manufacturing, pelleting, and flaking operations.
• High level of detail, multi-tasking, analytical, and problem solving skills with intuition to create solutions.
• Positive, self-motivated individual with organization, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Communication skills – listen, provide feedback both verbally and in writing.
• Teamwork skills – build a positive, safe work environment.
• Leadership skills – demonstrate passion for the job and build the vision for the future.
• Strong customer service commitment

• Efficiently coordinate and manage production practices to ensure efficient, quality controlled feed is produced in a safe working environment.
• Maintain Safe Feed/Safe Food procedures and certification.
• Maintain inventory balances and quality assurance.
• Test and summarize quality control data and share with senior management team.
• Interview, hire, and train employees.
• Manage employees to be effective on job and to grow professionally. Track employee accountability.
• Lead the entire team at all Colorado locations and support their growth and development.
• Develop strategic direction for growth of the Colorado Group in conjunction with overall Management Team objectives.

• Bachelors Degree in Agri-Business or a related field
  
• 10+ years Experience Merchandising/Trading (Food Processing Industry Experience Preferred)
• Experience managing commodity risk positions.
• Experience with commodity markets, freight markets and recognizing market opportunities
• Positive Attitude and the ability to motivate others.
• Proven ability to internal (staff members) and external (client/customer) relationships
• Must be highly motivated and well organized, able to think and act independently to meet company objectives.

• Develop relationship with vendors to source quality key ingredients/materials and distributed goods.
• Develop expertise in the market and business of specific assigned commodity(ies) including all related trade policy regulations.
• Work with Vendors to to purchase raw materials within the guidelines provided by senior managers.
• Assist in the management of contracts, positions, volumes and contract assignments.
• Assist in tasks related to price discovery and pricing practices.
• Provide assistance with measuring, reporting, and auditing ownership and risk positions related to assigned commodities.
• Work closely with others to efficiently coordinate logistics for routing assigned commodities to and through company distribution channels.
• Help achieve category objectives for volume and margin on distributed products.
• Achieve targeted competitive cost and budgeted costs for assigned commodities.
• Travel to vendors and industry functions related to assigned areas of responsibility.
• Work with senior managers to source stressed product for use in animal food.

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Related Field
• 10 years experience in a Controller or CFO role
• Accounting experience in manufacturing industry
• Ag background in feed and grain is helpful
• 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
• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Tech school education and/or recent Mechanic experience
- Experience working on Diesel Vehicles and/or Equipment
- Ability to diagnose and perform repairs to equipment
- Prepare shop work orders and track efficiency
- Great customer service and communication skills

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 in central Nebraska. Pay will be a base pay + % of billable shop time which will be based on experience. If you are efficient in managing your time, enjoy a fast paced environment, like a diverse and changing work, and get paid what you're worth, this employer would like to talk to you.

• Experience with EHS program management
• Ag Background, preferably in Feed and Grain.
• Demonstrated experience providing leadership on safety or environmental programs.
• Demonstrated experience presenting in front of an audience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Flexibility for travel overnight
• Must be able to climb a ladder, wear a respirator, work in high noise environments using hearing protection and drive a rental car required.

• Work with the EHS Director to learn and understand the safety, DOT and environmental regulations.
• Provide input on the development of new company programs.
• Maintain Required Safety and Other Regulatory Record.
• Read, Understand and Communicate applicable regulatory codes and requirements.
• Work with departmental managers and employees to effectively implement company EHS programs.
• Conduct monthly employee safety training using company training material augmented with relevant site specific information during multiple shifts.
• Conduct new employee safety training for all permanent and temporary employees.
• Conduct periodic facility audits to confirm safety programs are being implemented.
• Conduct and coordinate incident investigations when safety or environmental incidents occur.
• Regularly meet with the Management Team to communicate the status of safety and environmental programs and managing priorities.
• Coordinate FSMA efforts throughout the assigned territory
• Provide input as a member of the Management Team

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:

- Solid row crop background
- Plant, irrigation, and harvest experience
- Experienced farm equipment operator
- Strong Maintenance and mechanical ability
- Must be a team player, reliable, dependable, self-starter, ability to work independently, and have strong communication skills
- Pivot irrigation experience a plus
- Knowledge of GPS, monitors, guidance systems, and variable rate is a must
- Need to have or be willing/able to get CDL with good driving record

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a candidate with a farm production background for a Farm Assistant position for a southeastern to south central Nebraska producer. Needs to be a good equipment operator with large late model equipment from plant to harvest experience on corn and soybeans. General mechanic/maintenance background required for maintenance of farm equipment, pivots, and grain handling facility. Pivot maintenance and troubleshooting experience is a plus. Must have good maintenance skills and desire to work as a team. The operation runs 30" rows, late-model John Deere equipment. The operation does consists of a few cattle, but not a significant part of the job description, but more of a willingness to assist when needed. Will need CDL with a good driving record as will be delivering grain at various time of the years. Salary and also benefits negotiable with experience.

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, hardworking 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:

- Solid Feedlot background
- Excellent animal health skills
- Able to identify sick cattle and treat them
- Good feeding experience
- Prefer farm background/crop production experience
- Good maintenance/mechanical skills

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a Feedlot Assistant for an eastern Nebraska producer. This position will include two types of job duties; care of feedlot and assist in crop production. Cattle work includes feeding cattle, overseeing receiving, shipping and processing of cattle, monitoring health and doctoring sick animals, and keeping records on all activities associated with the cattle. If the employee prefers to work cattle horseback, there are opportunities to do so. Farming duties include assisting during planting and harvest. Routine facility maintenance, including fencing, water repair, and dirt-work is a part of all seasonal activities, as is trucking and operating heavy equipment. Person must be dependable, have good decision-making skills, be a self-starter and willing to assist in all areas of the operation, though the main focus of the position is working in the feed yard. Ideally the employer would like to see someone that has 3-5 years in a feedlot, so they would have the knowledge and skills for a position like this. This is a great opportunity for person to come in and prove their self and take on a lead position with a progressive cattle feeder.

***THIS IS A CONFIDENTIAL SEARCH. ALL WE CAN SHARE AT THIS TIME IS WHAT WE HAVE SHOWN.***

QUALIFICATIONS:

- High School diploma or GED required; Technical School diploma/certificate or College degree preferred
- Minimum 3 years Ag Equipment or Heavy Equipment service experience
- Experience with Precision Ag equipment and systems, i.e., rate controllers, monitors, etc.
- Air Conditioning certificate or willingness to obtain within 30 days of start
- Welding experience
- Solid Computer skills
- Good Communication skills, both verbal and written
- Possess a set of Mechanic Tools or willingness to purchase upon hiring
- Current Driver License with Clean Driving Record
- Ability to Travel entire state with some overnights during busy season
- Ability to Train/Work at Dealership one week each month

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is seeking a Field Service Technician for a Midwestern Ag Equipment Dealership. This Technician will provide outstanding customer service by performing inspections, repairs and maintenance on Ag equipment at customers' locations and will assist inbound support staff and supervisor with regard to work prioritization, scheduling and dispatching.

Additionally, this Technician will assist area Sales personnel with product demonstrations, customer training and start-up. This Technician will be a valuable resource to customers regarding learning and using precision Ag systems and components for Ag equipment.

Maintaining in-stock inventory, accurately tracking labor time, miles, parts used and sublet items so company may accurately record warranty expense and expenses related to wholegoods and customer services rendered will be important. Other duties to include weekly video conferencing with team, remaining current on all company-produced documents and taking part in training for betterment. This Technician will also work/train one week per month at company headquarters.

This Field Service Technician will report directly to Company Service Manager.

EMPLOYER OFFERS HOURLY WAGE OF $23-25, DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE, PLUS OVERTIME WAGE, PLUS EXTREMELY GOOD BENEFITS.

***EMPLOYER LOOKING TO HIRE IMMEDIATELY.***

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:

- 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.