Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op is presently recruiting for Agro Summer Student (term) for our Agro Department in Neepawa, MB

The term would run from approximately late April to late August 2020.

Duties would include field scouting for weeds, diseases and insects, filling out reports/contacting growers. Other duties may include, but are not limited to: soil testing, fertilizer blending, seed treating, chemical shed shipping/receiving, attending grower events and other general agrorelated duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Efficient organizational skills;
• Minimum Class 5 driver’s License;
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written;
• Ability to solve problems;
• Agro background an asset
• Applications may be eligible for the Student Development Program
• Year 1 of a 2 year diploma program or year 2 of a degree program
• Students are hired for summer employment and follow a training plan in preparation for department manager training
• Upon graduation they return to complete the program as a full time trainee for a minimum of 2 years (or continuous CRS employment) at which point a percentage of the tuition could be reimbursed.

Application deadline: when position filled

We offer career advancement opportunities, competitive compensation, benefits package, company matched pension plan and learning/development opportunities.

If you would like to work with an established and progressive company, send a cover letter and resume to:

Attention: Glenda Finkewich – Human Resource/Health & Safety Manager
Email: g.finkewich@neepawagladstonecoop.com
Or mail to: Box 879, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0
www.neepawagladstonecoop.com