Richardson Pioneer: Facility Assistant I Wanted
At Richardson International, being truly invested is at the heart of everything we do. For over
160 years, Richardson has been dedicated to Canadian agriculture. Recognized as a global
leader in agriculture and food processing, Richardson is one of Canada’s Best Managed
Companies. Richardson has approximately 3,000 employees across Canada, the U.S. and
the U.K. At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services and
investing in our people and our communities.
Richardson Pioneer, a division of Richardson International, is Canada’s leading
agribusiness. Richardson Pioneer supports Canadian farmers throughout the growing
season – providing agronomic services and advice, selling crop inputs, buying their crops at
harvest and selling them to markets around the world through the most efficient network of
high throughput Ag Business Centres in Western Canada.
Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility. We currently have an
opportunity for a Facility Assistant I at our Richardson Pioneer Ag Business Centre located
in Kindersley, SK.
FACILITY ASSISTANT – I
Performing responsibilities in receiving, warehousing and shipping of crop inputs, on
assigned shifts. This role requires regular and ongoing direct contact with customers in the
delivery of high quality service.
- Assists in analyzing market trends and competitiveness; financial statement,
shipping and audit results. Reviews the marketing and financial goals and assists in
the implementation of action plans to achieve desired goals. - Assists in identifying customer needs and maintenance of customer profiles. Sells
crop inputs and services. Provides customers with the most up-to-date information
on farming practices and agricultural products and services. Assists in planning and
setting up product displays. Takes soil tests. Completes sales and handling related
documentation. Provides quality service to customers. - Assists in coordinating the receipt and storing of crop inputs within the facility.
Checks for damaged articles, quality and quantity and records quantities received
and reports to manager/supervisor with regard to damaged items and shortages.
Plans and co-ordinates the proper warehousing of product. Operates and services
equipment used in the movement of crop inputs. Operates by industry regulations in
the handling and storage of grain and crop inputs. Completes related
documentation. - Draws crop inputs from stock to fill customer and country elevator orders. Makes
deliveries or assists with the co-ordination of shipment with the transportation
organization. Assists in the identification of blending opportunities. Completes crop
inputs shipping documentation. - Co-ordinates warehouse space with shipping and receiving. Maintains crop inputs
product condition by turning and monitoring. Conducts regular inventory checks. - Assists in the development, implementation and maintenance of a positive image
program. Provides information on the various regulatory bodies and their
regulations. Participates in local community activities. Promotes the services of the
facility. - Operates by health, safety and fire prevention procedures and regulations.
- Keeps facilities and grounds clean and tidy, well maintained, and free of fire
hazards. Carries out a regular preventative maintenance program and conducts
minor repairs. - Maintains stock control records.
- Performs other related duties.
One year agri-business (grain and/or crop inputs) experience is preferred. Completion of a
university level degree, diploma or certificate would be preferred. Grade XII or equivalent.
Must be willing to enroll and work toward the completion of the Agri-Business Certificate
Program or equivalent.
Requires Crop Protection Institute (CPI) Certification if working out of crop protection product
warehouse. Requires Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) certification if required to
transport crop protection products. Demonstrated customer service orientation.
Demonstrated knowledge of modern farm practices and industry regulations. Demonstrated
ability to develop good working relationships. Demonstrated ability to meet and deal with the
public effectively. An aptitude to analyze markets. Demonstrated oral and written
communication skills as well as time management skills. Proven ability to work
independently. Mechanical ability to operate and maintain grain processing and crop inputs
equipment. Demonstrated physical ability to perform the functions of the job. Good eyesight
and colour perception. Computer competent.
Interested candidates should visit our website at www.richardson.careers.
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