QUALIFICATIONS:

- Construction background in cement, steel, or even electrical would all be a plus
- Current farm and ranch experience needed
- Experience with pivot irrigation is a plus, will train those that are mechanically inclined
- Strong communication skills, work ethic, and a good attitude is a must
- Ability to work independently as well as knowing the value of teamwork
- Mechanically inclined with some welding skills and strong maintenance skills are required


JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is looking for Construction Assistant in the construction of grain bins and/or pouring cement for diverse construction, farm, and cattle operation in south-central Nebraska that is going through some expansion. Looking for someone with good communications skills to join the owner as a team. 3-5 years experience in construction and or 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. Employer's ideal person would be one that would or could consider being more than just an employee, the right person could be a partner or even ownership for the right person down the road. Individual needs 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 assist and work with the farm/cattle, especially during harvest time. The operation is in a great location on a bus route with a great school system. Salary will be determined by experience you bring to the table along with stability and references. Benefits will be negotiated for the right person and his needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Construction background in cement, steel, or even electrical would all be a plus. Experience with supervisory or foreman skills also a plus
- Strong communication skills, work ethic, and a good attitude is a must
- Ability to work independently as well as knowing the value of good leadership in working to develop teamwork
- Willingness to travel as many sites will take the crew out a week at a time when we are further away from home base
- Mechanically inclined with some welding skills and strong maintenance skills are required
- CDL with good driving record is needed

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is looking for Construction Foreman in the construction of grain bins and/or pouring cement for firm that works across Kansas and even into Nebraska as they are going through some expansion next season. Looking for someone with good communications skills to join the owner as a team. 3-5 years of experience in construction and or farming is preferred, but willing to do some training for the right person who has solid references and has bin erection experience. The operation is looking to continue the expansion of the entire enterprise. Employer's ideal person would be one that would or could consider being more than just an employee, the right person could be a partner or even ownership for the right person down the road. Individual needs a positive attitude and is forward-thinking and willing to be diverse and willing to jump in and assist wherever needed during peak demands on the construction side whether it be land prep, cement, erection, or finish work. The operation has flexibility on where one would be located or based out of. Travel and overnight is required when working away from home. Try to get home most weekends. Salary will be determined by experience you bring to the table along with stability and references. Salary and benefits will be negotiated for the right person and their needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- High School degree or G.E.D.
- Minimum 2 years Commercial Spray experience preferred
- State of Illinois Commercial Pesticide Applicator license preferred
- CDL or ability to obtain
- Ability to work well independently
- Mechanically apt

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is assisting an Independent Agronomy Services Operation seeking an experienced Custom Applicator for their Central Illinois location. Ideal individual will have a minimum 2 years of commercial spray experience under their belt, some fertilizer spreading experience, will have a CDL to help with trucking, can do some equipment maintenance and will enjoy working independently most of the day during busy season.

This is a family-run operation with a brand new RoGator Sprayer/Spreader combo as well as other John Deere Spray equipment. Average annual acres sprayed will be 15,000-20,000 acres. Average weekly hours around 45 per week.

***EMPLOYER IS LOOKING TO HIRE IMMEDIATELY***NORMALLY NO SPRAYING IN DEC/JAN/FEB LIKE OTHER AG COMPANIES IN THE AREA***LOTS OF FREEDOM AND FLEXIBILITY WITH THIS EMPLOYER.

Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in agricultural /animal science or related fields.
- Minimum of 5 years selling experience in animal agriculture preferred
- Dairy knowledge/experience
- Self-starter, highly motivated
- Excellent communication skills.
- Proficient in Windows computer applications.

Job Description: Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is assisting an established Ag Employer with their search for a Dairy Account Representative. This role will be responsible for growing a feed additive territory and develop key relationships.

Responsibilities:
- Call on dairy producers and influencers to enhance the understanding and application of Company's products.
- Develop and implement a territory sales plan for meeting goals and objectives.
- Develop key relationships with dairy producers, nutritionists, veterinarians, distributors, feed manufacturers, and influencers.
- Provide training and direction for distributor and feed manufacturing networks.
- Provide feedback to management about the local dairy industry, prospects, opportunities, and customers.
- Maintain and keep up to date all key information using Company's format.
- Additional duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Equipment operation experience
- Experience with modern farming practices; GPS, auto-steer and variable rate
- Hard working, team player, strong communicator, self-starter, high morals, good ethics, motivated, and honest
- General equipment maintenance experience is needed
- Experience with fabrication, carpentry, and welding
- Cow/calf experience with willingness to jump in and assist when needed is a must
- Experience feeding, calving, fencing, and animal health are a plus

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a qualified Farm Assistant in central Nebraska. Need to have experience and interest in both cows and farming, someone with strong farming skills that prefers working on the crop side, but is willing to work with the cow side as needed. This is a diversified operation and person needs to be willing to jump in and help where and when needed, whether is it working with the cows such as calving, winter feeding, and processing. The current focus is for someone assisting with planting to harvest on the crop side. Farm also has new heated shop for comfort during winter and maintenance. This is a progressive operation that will provide a family friendly atmosphere for long term employment. Housing near the farm is available. The area has great schools located on a bus route. Wages and benefits will be negotiated and dependent on overall experience and references.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Diverse farm and cattle background needed
- Sprayer, planting and harvesting experience required
- Experience with Green-Star guidance systems
- Backgrounding experience would be a plus and feedlot and cattle handling experience welcomed
- Doctoring skills are a plus, but also experience to spot and diagnose health issues
- Arc, Acetylene Welding and fabrication a plus
- Strong equipment maintenance and operation skills a must
- Person needs to be honest and of good character
- Experience operating a semi is needed (local hauling only), CDL is a plus or willing to get

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a good Farm/Feedlot Assistant for this northeastern Kansas producer. The person will need to have a general farm and livestock background and be flexible and willing to jump in where and when needed. This person needs to be above average in character and personal ethics. Willing to do some training for the right person, but still need to be diverse, solid, and current in working with cattle and equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Experience with plant to harvest and working with cover crop such as forage Kochia, triticale, barley, radish, turnips are all a plus
- Prefer irrigation experience in working with pivot, gated pipe, and syphon tubes
- Arc welding skills, mechanical and maintenance skills are a plus
- Team player, strong communication skills, and positive attitude
- Willing to assist with cow/calf production on the adjoining ranch side as needed
- Good animal health experience from backgrounding to calving is required
- CDL required with experience and hauling cattle

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri Placement is assisting this eastern Arizona employer looking for a good Farm Equipment Operator who knows crop production and is willing to assist at times with cow herd. This person will assist with the day to day projects outlined by Farm Manager. Need to be a self-starter, but also a team player with good communication skills. Candidate with CDL is required and will spend slow times on the farm assisting in moving cows, yearlings, and such as needed. The location also has 750 head feed yard that may be used for backgrounding or wintering and calving out cows during the winter months. The location is rural, but 20 minutes from school and town on good roads. Looking for someone who takes pride in what they do. A great working environment with long-term opportunities available as farm is looking at expansion possibilities on both the farm and ranch sides.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- 5+ years of current experience in row crops working with large equipment
- Plant through harvest experience highly preferred
- Solid crop production background
- Good understanding and current experience with precision equipment, GPS, auto-steer and field mapping
- Needs to be mechanically inclined to handle routine maintenance and general repair
- Arc welding and fabrication skills a plus
- Must have a clean/good driving record and willing and able to get a CDL
- Knowledge of irrigation systems is preferred
- Looking for individual that is motivated, long-term and career-minded with a passion for agriculture
- Must be able to work independently, be trustworthy and be 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
- Non-smoking work environment

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a Farm Assistant for this Central Nebraska crop producer. Candidate needs to be able to handle routine maintenance and general repair and also have a good understanding and current experience with precision equipment/GPS and field mapping. 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 candidate will assist in farm tillage work, hauling grain, and other shop work. Farm runs all late model John Deere equipment and has excellent facilities. Farm has 3,000 acres of corn, soybeans, alfalfa, cand and wheat. The primary responsibilities of the farm assistant are the operation of equipment used in planting thru 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, is flexible and has a good attitude. Prefer a candidate with some grain handling experience, drying, storage, etc. and able to climb the grain bins is a plus. Need someone who takes pride in what they do and are 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. Should have good problem-solving skills, the handiness to find and build solutions when the need arises, able to handle multiple demands, be flexible, and able to adapt to last minute changes. Candidate also needs to be able to work and get along with others and be willing to help others when needed and to be a team player. Main focus of this position is crop production, but person needs to assist with cow herd at times. Pay depends on the experience in row crop production, this job can and will be financially rewarding depending on their performance. This is a 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. Good Opportunity for spouse to find employment in the area.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Experience in row crops working with larger equipment
- Plant through harvest experience preferred, Not required
- Prefer though a solid crop production background
- Good understanding and current experience with precision equipment, GPS, auto-steer and field mapping (Preferred)
- Should be somewhat mechanically inclined to handle routine maintenance and general repair
- Arc welding and fabrication skills a plus
- 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 commutation 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 Assistant who can step up and handle all phases of crop production for this central to east central Missouri farm producer. Candidate should to be mechanically inclined and also have a good understanding and current experience with precision equipment/GPS and field mapping. 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 candidate may assist in farm tillage work, hauling grain, and other shop work. Farm runs all late model John Deere equipment with excellent facilities. Farm has over 15,000 acres of corn and soybeans and all dryland. The primary responsibilities of the farm assistant 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, is flexible and has a good attitude. Prefer a candidate with some grain handling experience, drying, storage, etc. and able to climb the grain bins is a plus. Need someone who takes pride in what they do and are 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 handiness to find and build solutions when the need arises. Handle multiple demands, be flexible, and able to adapt to last minute changes. Candidate also needs to be able to work and get along with others and be willing to help others when needed and to be a team player. No livestock in this operation so there is some down time early in the winter months. Pay depends on the experience in row crop production, this job can and will be financially rewarding depending on the performance. 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. Good opportunity for spouse to find employment in the area. Nice location offering lots of fun outdoor activity; camping, fishing, hunting, boating, etc.

This position will have a significant amount of responsibility, duties include:
- The operation, maintenance and repair of equipment, requiring good welding and fabricating abilities
- Prefer experience in GPS set-up and programming, on mapping equipment and use while planting and harvesting
- Must possess sound judgment and have a solid work ethic. Need to be honest and a self-starter

Mechanical/fabrication/welding experience as well as prior experience operating farm equipment is highly desired. Willing to train the right individual. Needs to be a self-starter and willing team player.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Solid experience preferred
- Need to be self-motivated as well as having good communication skills with staff and ownership
- Must have CDL class A with a clean driving record
- Able to pass a drug and alcohol screening
- Most trucking is within 200 mile radius of headquarters home at nights.
- Willing to assist in all areas of the farm, from raising the crop, storing, cleaning, packaging, and shipping of the crop


JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a Truck Driver / Farm Operator for a Colorado/Wyoming operation. Strong farming skills would be a plus with a willingness to jump in as needed. Currently looking for someone skilled in truck driving, wants to be home at nights. Most hauling is within a 200-mile radius of the farm. Need to have a Class A CDL, pass a drug test, and have a good driving record. Must have both written and oral communication skills need with the ability to follow directions. Pay will be determined by experience and encourage all to apply if you are currently working with an organic operation, but also would consider most anyone with good driving skills that have some agriculture knowledge, good job stability, and references are preferred. Location is family friendly, with great schools, and other recreational activities a short distance away.

Qualifications:

- Equipment operation, repair, and maintenance experience is preferred
- Hard-working, team player, strong communicator, self-starter, high morals, good ethics, motivated, and honest
- Willingness to jump in and assist when and where needed is a must
- Manure application and management along with record-keeping experience a plus
- CDL is required, or have the ability to attain

Job Description:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is representing a large dairy located in the state of New York who is searching for an Equipment Operator and also their shop maintenance team when not in the field. Someone who has excellent communication and motivational skills to work amongst our team of crop employees. Will work with crop manager as well as shop manager to help complete routine maintenance and repairs on equipment. The person will work with other employees as a team to maintain all equipment and the shop is kept clean and in good working order. Will work with the team to complete the preparation of land, planting, spraying, and harvesting of crops on time to achieve maximum yield and quality in the best interest of the dairy. Location is just a few miles from town that is a very nice community that is complete with modern school, many places to eat, banks, car dealers, gas, shopping, grocery store, etc. Also located next to a State Park with great hiking and great scenery for the outdoor enthusiast. The salary will be determined by experience and negotiated with benefits as needed. Willing to train and work with the individual even if you have minimal experience but grew up in a farm setting. Also if you can show good stability and work ethic through your references, we want to talk to you.

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 south 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. Busiest time is fall through the spring, enjoy time off during the summers to spend time with your kids. Choice or option of living in several communities pending what fits best with your family, schools, spouse working, etc. E.O.E in search of dependable and skillful operators, Salary & Benefits is dependent on stability, experience, and references.

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 west 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. Busiest time is fall through the spring, enjoy time off during the summers to spend time with your kids. Choice or option of living in several communities pending what fits best with your family, schools, spouse working, etc. E.O.E in search of dependable & skillful operators, Salary & Benefits is dependent on stability, experience, and references.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- 3+ years of experience is a must. Plant to harvest experience a plus
- Experience with Produce raised in both conventional and Organic is a plus
- Self-propelled sprayer experience along with precision equipment operation is a must
- Routine maintenance, and general repairs are a must
- Welding, Acetylene, and other skills a plus
- Agronomy experience a plus, Grain handling experience a plus
- CDL along with a clean driving record is a must
- Team player with strong communication skills with a good work ethic and problem-solving skills while having a passion for production agriculture is a must

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a good crop production employee for a diverse and progressive farm in southern Georgia. Need someone who is a team player and a hard worker for a long-term employment opportunity as the employer is looking forward to the next 20-25 years. Need someone who takes pride in what they do. Advancement possible for the right person. Prefer at least 3+ years of stable experience. A candidate that possesses overall row crop skills such as operating a grain cart, semi, loader, and other equipment operating skills is a plus. Farm in a given year will raise a variety of crops from Corn, Peanuts, Cotton, Soybeans, and cover crops, but also raise conventional and organic Bell Peppers, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Mustard, Kale, and others. Need to have basic technology skills such as email, texting, and google maps. The area is a great area for a spouse to also find off-farm employment and is an area with good schools and good progressive community and plenty of entertainment choices in the area for raising a family. E.O.E. and Salary are dependent on not only experience and skill set but also stability and references.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- 5-10+ years of experience is a must and 2-3 years of leadership experience also a must
- Plant to harvest experience a must
- Experience with Produce raised both conventional and Organic is preferred
- Knowledge of working with a variety of precision equipment, calibrating, and troubleshooting is needed
- Routine maintenance and general repairs are a must
- Welding, Acetylene, and other skills a plus
- Agronomy experience a plus in soils, pest management, scouting, grain handling experience a plus
- CDL along with a clean driving record is preferred
- Team player with strong communication skills with a good work ethic and problem-solving skills while having a passion for production agriculture is a must

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a good crop production employee for a diverse and progressive farm in southern Georgia. Need someone who is a team player and a hard worker for a long-term employment opportunity as the employer is looking forward to the next 20-25 years. Need someone who takes pride in what they do. Additional advancement possibilities for the right person that can demonstrate leadership, knowledge of crops, thresholds in pest management, organics, and/or combination of skills. Prefer at least 10+ years of stable experience. A BS or MS degree is most likely preferred but will consider an individual with solid, verified experience too. The farm in a given year will raise a variety of crops from Corn, Peanuts, Cotton, Soybeans, and cover crops, but also raise conventional and organic produce such as Bell Peppers, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Mustard, Kale, and others. Need to have basic technology skills such as email, texting, and google maps. The area is a great area for a spouse to also find off-farm employment and is an area with good schools and good progressive community and plenty of entertainment choices in the area for raising a family. E.O.E. and Salary are dependent on not only experience and skill set but also stability and references.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- 2-3 years of experience in the mechanical field or education paired with experience will be considered
- Routine maintenance and general repairs
- Basic understanding of farm machinery, welding & fabrication
- Understanding of electrical, hydraulic & diesel systems
- Promote safe work habits & work environment
- Self-motivated and consistent to arrive at work on time and ready to meet the day, with a great attitude
- Demonstrate a high level of motivation and leadership, working independently or with a team
- Responsible for ordering parts and maintaining the inventory of parts, supplies while keeping service records current
- Good communication with owners as well as other Full time and part employees
- Valid driver’s license

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for an experienced Farm Mechanic for this Northern California employer. Responsibilities include maintaining, diagnosing and repairing farm machinery and vehicles. Work will be performed both in an equipped shop setting and in the field with a well-stocked service truck. The individual will be expected to maintain a safe, clean and functional work area. Maintain service records. Maintain and repair farm equipment and machinery including tractors, implements, and combines. Maintain and repair farm vehicles and packing shed components. Maintain a tidy, safe and organized workspace in the farm shop and surrounding areas. Maintain communication with management regarding the status of all shop operations and potential problems. Above average shop, service truck, good equipment, and nice community to raise a family. This is an excellent opportunity for a long-term position with salary being determined by experience, stability, and references. The employer would like to hear from all that would like to consider Northern California as home.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- 5+ years experience working as mechanic
- Need experience in preventative maintenance as well
- Good communication, work as team, and/or individual. Supervise as needed. Also, good record-keeping is a necessity on equipment and inventories
- Salary is open to negotiation to hiring the best
- Ability to work on variety of equipment such as Case, John Deere, and others. Nice Shop & Service Truck that is well equipped

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is assisting this North-Central Montana employer is searching for experienced and dedicated Farm Equipment Mechanic and Maintenance Person. Looking for a person who has experience work with all types of equipment for small grain farming operation. Equipment will range from trucks, tractors, air drills, and other support equipment. Most equipment is in good condition and we try to keep it that way. This is a larger farming operation of mostly small grains and fallow work which will involve around 80% mechanics and 20% operations. Wages will depend on experience, education, stability, and reference that you bring to the table. Great location to raise a family in a smaller rural community.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Solid experience preferred
- Previous management and supervisory experience required
- Need to be self-motivated as well as having good communication skills with staff and ownership
- Willingness to be a hands on and highly organized with attention to detail in coordination of crop and labor schedules
- Willing to assist in all areas of the farm, from raising the crop, storing, cleaning, packaging, and shipping of the crop
- Must have CDL class A with a clean driving record
- Able to pass a drug and alcohol screening
- Most trucking is within 200 mile radius of headquarters

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for an Organic Farm Supervisor for a Colorado/Wyoming operation. The position will be to maximize the quality and diversified output of the organic farm areas. Said employee will maintain, coordinate, and participate in the cultivation of fallow land, preparation of land for crop planting, weed control, pest control, fertility, and harvesting of crops. Documenting daily field activities, operate equipment, general maintenance and cleaning on tractors and implements, documenting maintenance and cleaning in appropriate logs, maintain equipment operation log daily by paper or electronically, and others tasks as needed. Will also need outstanding written and oral communication skills 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. Good job stability and references preferred. Company will consider traditional crop production farm manager who doesn't have an organic background but has an interest in organic farming. Location is family friendly, with great schools, and other recreational activities a short distance away.

UPDATE: 10/19/20

QUALIFICATIONS:
- 4-year degree in Agronomy or Plant Science preferred
- Recent B2B sales within the Crop Nutrition or Crop Protection sector
- Relationship-Builder with strong sales negotiation skills
- Knowledge/Understanding of Ag supply chain and logistics beneficial
- Customer service-focused and a relationship builder
- Performance-Driven and Self-Motivated
- Self-Directed with ability to run business as if it were his/her own
- Excellent communication skills including verbal, written and presentation
- Ability to travel domestic U.S. 50-60%
- Currently residing in or near the Twin Cities area of Minnesota

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is assisting an established mineral specialty organization seeking a Fertilizer Ingredient Sales Representative to cover a U.S. continental territory. The primary responsibilities for this individual will be to:
-Develop/Call On/Maintain a portfolio of crop nutrition.
- Manage P&L for assigned area.
- Sell/Negotiate/Draft sales contracts to optimize market share, margins and volume.
- Work closely with logistics and operations personnel to ensure correct custom order processing, deliveries and payments.
- Assist in resolution of customer issues.
- Prospect for and identify new business partners and contacts.
- Brand and expand the specialty fertilizer business in assigned area.
- Remain knowledgeable of local/state/federal regulations, competitive products in same market space and additional factors influencing current specialty fertilizer market

-2+ years experience with Seed Cleaning Equipment
-2+ years of Supervisory Experience
-Experience with Loading/Unloading Rail is a Plus
-Mechanically Inclined
-Must have excellent Communication and Customer Service Skills
-Must have Organizational Skills
-Must have the ability to stand for long periods at a time

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:

- 7-10 years experience cultivating in a large-scale commercial, production environment. Experience cultivating in the Colorado cannabis industry is also preferred
- Extensive farm or agricultural experience
- Previous experience managing large teams
- Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, cultivating, handling and harvesting products for consumption
- Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
- Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
- Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation and production methods
- Ability to monitor, oversee and control company resources to include coordination of people and resources
- Ability to plan and organize specific objectives and prioritize
- Ability to store, record and maintain information in electronic and written form
- Ability to analyze data and problem solve efficiently
- Ability to anticipate problems, troubleshoot and problem solve. Consider relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate resolutions, review related information to evaluate options and implement solutions

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a proven Grow Manager for this southeast Colorado "State of the Art" grow facility. Facilities will resemble that of a sophisticated laboratory. Searching for candidates who have a proven background in the greenhouse industry and who are technically minded. Those who hold a degree in Botany, Horticulture or related field are highly preferred or those who have equivalent proven grow-house management experience. Strong attention to detail in record keeping for company and for state regulatory compliance is of the highest importance. Manager will prepare budgets, maintain meticulous records, hire staff & provide proper personnel management. Need strong ability to direct and supervise employees in every stage of growing through harvest, and all the way up through the sale of the product. This person will manage daily grow-house operations, including but not limited to planting, watering, preparing soil mixes, fertilization, insect and disease control, and establishing and monitoring plant growth environments. Good fertilizer and pest management highly preferred.

• High school graduate or GED required.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in animal science preferred.
• Employee supervision, management, training, and scheduling experience.
• Understanding of factors that influence cattle health, reproduction, growth, and production.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Dairy Comp, and feed management software.
• Experience with AI breeding and synchronization programs.
• Cattle observation, physical exam, and diagnostic skills.
• Previous experience working with cows including, heat detection, sickness, lameness, and treatments.
• Ability to operate farm machinery.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Inventory / Supplies experience
• Computer skills
• Record keeping skills

1. 1. Dairy Staff Scheduling, Training, and Supervision. – Herd, Feeding, Milking, Manure Barn, Maternity, Calf, Bedding, and Maintenance. Herd Manager will work closely with employees to schedule daily work routines. Effectively delegate work and responsibility to the employees to help insure the professional growth of each employee as well as efficient labor use of all staff. Act as a team leader and provide training to employees to ensure they perform their duties safely, efficiently, and effectively. Participate in the evaluation of performance for employees. Help develop and monitor procedures and protocols to be established across the dairy. Provide positive re-enforcement for satisfactory performance and redirection for areas of performance shortcomings. Develop agendas and lead staff meetings and Participate in the hiring, on-boarding, and termination of employees.
   2. Caring for all cattle including: Vaccinating and dry-off of cattle. Routine sorting and moving of cattle from barn to barn and/or group to group. Pregnancy check, synchronization and heat detection programs, and cattle breeding. Reading aerobic culture plates and assigning and performing mastitis treatments. Hoof trimming and footbath programs. Observation of cattle for heats, sickness, lameness, mastitis, or any abnormality and treating according to established protocols. Sick and fresh cow programs which includes temperatures, observation, analysis, palpating, and checking for DA’s. Maintain cow identification – tagging. Feed, water, and milk down animals. Fill-in for herd staff days off/vacation.On call occasionally for night emergency.
   3. Herd Management responsibilities include: Manage herd health, milk production, and reproduction. Monitor and address any deficiencies in the cow environment – ventilation and cooling, bedding, feed and water availability, stocking density, manure scraping, and cleanliness. Monitor parlor and barns for facilities or equipment needing maintenance and repair and assign and train maintenance staff in repair methods. Monitor feed bunk management, commodity shed cleanliness and management, and feed inventories. Utilize EZ Feed to enter ration and dry matter changes and to adjust feed amounts for heifers and far off dry cows. Utilize Dairy Comp for herd management and maintain herd production records. Recommend culling decisions. Work with contract heifer grower on health, growth, reproduction goals, and heifer movements. Create and update management spreadsheets. Communicate regularly with owners on progress towards goals and areas of opportunity. Order supplies and maintain inventories.
   4. Operation of small equipment. Skid loader – for pushing up feed and moving down cows. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

MUST HAVE CURRENT DAIRY EXPERIENCE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION

- Positive attitude with a desire to learn.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Bilingual - English/Spanish.
- Proficiency in DairyComp 305: Data entry and report creation.
- Good knowledge of standard milking procedures
- High degree of knowledge of disease diagnosis and injury treatment, calf pulling, hoof trimming, able to IV cows, give injections, and training in AI is a plus.
- Moderate knowledge of dairy nutrition.
- Team player that thrives in a culture of continuous improvement.
- High proficiency in Maternity Care Procedures.


Job Description:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is representing a large progressive dairy operation located in California who is searching for a qualified Herdsman to assist the Dairy Manager with Herd Health Management and to be responsible for the Repro program (but no AI breeding). The Herdsman's main objective is to achieve and maintain a high standard of animal care that results in meeting or exceeding industry reproduction and production metrics and lower than industry standard herd health issues such as mastitis, transition diseases, lameness, and involuntary culling.

Responsibilities include:

- Assist Dairy Manager in day to day herd health management.
- Lead herd health staff in completing daily herd and young stock health including reproductive staff with 100% protocol compliance.
- Assist hospital dairy staff with illness diagnosis and treatment decisions.
- Follow up with hospital staff to make sure treatment protocols are being administered correctly.
- Ensure diagnosis and treatment records are being recorded accurately.
- Assist dairy manager in making culling decisions.
- Proactively work with the dairy’s 3rd party veterinarian on any herd health and reproductive issues as needed.
- Meet with 3rd party AI technicians on a regular basis to ensure high level of breeding performance and to proactively address and reproductive issues.
- Assist Dairy manager in achieving herd health and reproductive Key Performance Indicators.
- Assist Dairy Manager in regular visits to offsite calf ranch to review calf health and conditions.
- Assist dairy manager in managing heifer loads to be sent to the heifer ranch in Texas and loads coming back from Texas.

General Office Work & Misc:

- Assist Dairy Manager in the daily entry of breeding and herd health data into DairyComp.
- Assist Dairy Manager in compiling information for Bi-weekly management meetings with the Dairy Owners and Finance & Operations Manager.
- Various other dairy related tasks as needed.

Education/Experience
- A degree or certificate in Animal Science/ Dairy Science is desirable but not required.
- Successful candidate will have experience with dairy cattle and doctoring of sick cows.

Practical Skills
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Accuracy of record keeping, data entry, and reporting.
- Ability to communicate preferably in English and Spanish.
- Professionalism in the workplace.

Job Description

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is representing a large dairy facility located in Idaho who is searching for a well qualified Herdsman for their operation. The Herdsman is responsible for the general care and health of the cattle at the facilities that they oversee.

Key Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

MUST HAVE CURRENT DAIRY EXPERIENCE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION

Duties and Responsibilities

• Providing leadership & oversight for the various teams on the dairy – Herd health, calf raising, and milking parlor
• Ensuring a complete labor force at all times
• Overseeing new employee recruiting, hiring, and training
• Monitoring adherence to protocols and procedures
• Implementing any changes to protocols and procedures
• Keeping records of performance as requested
• Monitoring of cow health through visual observation and activity system
• Assist with basic barn & parlor maintenance
• Keeping a neat and orderly facility
• Other duties as required

Qualifications:

MUST HAVE CURRENT DAIRY EXPERIENCE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION

- Leadership / motivational skills
- Supervising skills
- AI breeding experience a plus
- Strong Herd Health experience
- Ability to speak Spanish a plus


Job Description:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is representing a large dairy in Wyoming who is seeking an Operations Manager for their operation. This position will assist the Dairy Manager in overseeing operations and employees which could include any of the following (depending on candidate's level of experience): Sand bedding in cross vent and freestall buildings, sand lane and settling ponds operations, calf barn bedding and cleaning, open lot maintenance, overall facility maintenance, and overall equipment maintenance. Welding, electrical and mechanical skills important. There is no financial responsibilities involved with the position, but Operations Manager may need to maintain accurate inventory, order supplies, and check on costs. May also be responsible for being on call at night. Knowledge of the day to day operations of a dairy is a plus. Organization and neatness is expected. Spanish is a plus. The right candidate can grow into the feedmill / feed manager.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Prefer experience in working a part counter or service desk for mechanics shop. No college degree required but considered a plus
- Farming/Auto-parts background preferred with a basic to good knowledge of tractors, tractor parts, automotive and/or trucks is needed
- Strong computer/keyboarding proficiency for search and cross-reference
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while being attentive to detail
- Good communication and interpersonal skills with coworkers as well as the customers

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is assisting an established auto/farm parts dealership seeking a skilled Parts Counter Salesperson. The ideal candidate will have a farm background and parts counter sales experience. Looking for a long-term employee that can learn proficiency leadership, and advance in management skills. Employer offers a competitive salary as well as a very good benefits package. This is a long and stable Northern Nebraska business in a community with an excellent school system, nice restaurants, and a central hub to the immediate area with opportunities in the area also for a spouse. The location also has good hunting and fishing in the area. E.O.E. and compensation will be dependent on experience, stability, and references.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Good cow/calf ranch background
- Good hay production background
- Good equipment operations and maintenance skills
- Good animal health skills
- Team player/motivator
- Handle maintenance and general repair

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is searching for a well-qualified Ranch Assistant for this Nebraska cow/calf producer. Person will assist in all aspects of herd health and nutrition, calving, pasture management, weed control, machinery operation and maintenance, and fence and building upkeep. Cows are wintered on pasture and cornstalks. Calves backgrounded to 800 lbs. Feed production is alfalfa and corn silage, corn chopping is custom done. Ranch has good working facilities and requires above average experience in cattle care, handling, health, and nutrition. Basic mechanical skills are essential and ability to communicate clearly in writing and in person is highly preferred. This is a non-smoking work environment.

QUALIFICATIONS: Office Admin / Property care position

- Office Administration experience and property care & maintenance experience is required
- Experience with computer record keeping, proficient with email, scanning & use Microsoft Office & other software required
- Experience with and/or willingness to become proficient with home automation, pool care, HVAC and water systems is required
- Willingness to feed and care for small animals including but not limited to dogs, cats, chickens, sheep, and pigs required
- Willingness to administer direct marketing of grass-fed beef program
- Honest, hardworking, dependable, open-minded, team player, flexible with strong communication skills
- Able to take direction and work both independently and as a team
- Ranch background / knowledge and good horsemanship experience is a plus


QUALIFICATIONS: Infrastructure Care & Maintenance position

- Property care & maintenance experience required
- Experience with and/or willingness to become proficient with home automation, pool care, HVAC and water systems is required
- Willingness to feed and care for small animals including but not limited to dogs, cats, chickens, sheep, and pigs as we do raise a few for butchering
- Willing to work all aspects of the ranch; including, haying, fencing, irrigation, feeding, calving, doctoring, etc.
- Heavy equipment & chain saw operation experience required
- General equipment & vehicle maintenance required
- Understanding range and riparian health along with intensive grazing practices a plus
- Honest, hardworking, dependable, open-minded, team player, flexible with strong communication skills
- Able to take direction and work both independently and as a team
- Ranch background / knowledge and good horsemanship experience is a plus


JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is looking for a Ranch office Administrator and Ranch Infrastructure Maintenance – Individual or Couple for a ranch operation in western Montana. The primary position to fill is the office administration and home care/maintenance position if the applicant or the applicants partner has the ability, the ranch infrastructure position would be available.

The Office Administration position alone is part time position which includes sorting mail, directing mail to appropriate recipients coding invoices emailing coded invoices to bookkeeper, CPA, and owners keeping all informed. Maintain livestock inventory & record keeping. Maintain all aspects of government and consultant contracts. Facilitate marketing & sale of Natural beef.

The office administration person will care for multiple houses including, operation, maintenance & knowledge of, smart home systems, HVAC, electrical, swimming pool, and water systems. Perform yard and lawn care maintenance which includes mowing, tree, and shrub care, pest and weed control. Administer home rentals.

The office administration person will care for the small animals including dogs, cats, chickens, sheep, pigs, etc. including sourcing and facilitating the purchase of weaner pigs and lambs to raise for butchering. Schedule and facilitate the butchering process for all cattle, pigs, and sheep. Keep chicken egg production up and raise new chicks as needed.

The other side of the equation is the bigger picture infrastructure / maintenance position for a partner of the Office Administration person, this could be PT, or FT with the right skill set. This persons primary focus would be infrastructure maintenance, including care & maintenance of buildings, houses, managing projects & grounds keeping, road and trail maintenance (keeping roads & trails in good repair and passable), range maintenance including weed control, snow removal, maintain owners vehicles, ATVs, & UTVs including, oil changes, fueling, cleaning and washing.

Secondary focus of this person would be helping with the ranch operation including, irrigating, farming, mechanics and help with livestock etc.

Ranch location has good schools, hospitals, and all other necessary services. Salary + Benefits will be determined by experience, stability, and references along with over all skill set the individual or couple brings to the table. Good location and atmosphere for a family and long-term employment.

If this becomes a couple taking on both positions we can adjust / tweak the duties to align with the individual’s expertise and experience.