Field and Pest Control

**Description**

At Lakeside Foods, every member of our team is focused on getting the job done, from our CEO to our truck drivers. We bring a strong heritage as a longstanding producer of packaged food, from canned and frozen vegetables to whipped topping and breaded cheese curds. Our manufacturing facilities achieve the highest levels of food safety, assuring consumers quality products they can trust.

But were not resting on our laurels Were developing innovative products and helping our customers grow their business. And, we live out our values by taking care of our customers, our employees and our community. Whether youre in the food industry searching for a strategic partner or a passionate individual looking for a fulfilling career, youve come to the right place. Theres a seat at our table for you.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Oversee the spraying of all processing crops for weeds and insects. During off-season, involvement with the updating and keeping current all pesticide/fertilizer records, MSDS booklet, Sustainable Ag Program. Overhaul and repair of machinery and vehicles used in field operations as requested by management.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Focus on working safely and working to keep those around us safe.

* Administer the day-to-day spraying of processing crops for weeds, insects, and diseases.

* Inspect fields daily during the growing season to determine weed populations and crop diseases.

* Check insect traps daily to determine insect populations.

* Determine how to treat and spray fields.

* Guide all company spraying equipment and personnel to various locations.

* Direct contracted spraying services used for spraying crops.

* Repair/overhaul farm shop equipment as assigned by management.

* Oversee the planting of crops as directed by the Agricultural Manager.

* Look after all employees involved in the Company's pest management program.

* Assist in training of new field department employees as assigned by management.

* Enforce and abide by Company safety policies within the field department.

* Ensure employees maintain work area in a clean and orderly manner.

* Must have and maintain a clear driving record

* May perform other duties as assigned by management.

* Ensure employees follow Lakeside Foods established policies and procedures for their job as described in the training manual and orientation program.

* Notify the Field Department immediately if any unsafe or potential hazardous conditions are found. Take prompt action to correct conditions if within capabilities.

* Engage with supervision of seed variety selection, seed germ updates and seed distribution.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Knowledge:

* A minimum of two to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

* Must be licensed by the State of Wisconsin as a Custom Pesticide Applicator.

* Should have knowledge of the operation, preventative maintenance, and repair of all field and spraying equipment.

* Must have strong interpersonal skills to ensure good grower relations.

* Knowledge of shop tools such as the drill press, welder, and cutting torch are beneficial.

* Should have specific knowledge of the pests, which may affect processing crops, and should be familiar with the detection and control methods for such pests.

* Must have working knowledge with Microsoft Window programs, Outlook, Word, Excel, computer programming.

* Knowledge of/or ability to learn SAP & ITA

TEAMWORK AT LAKESIDE (TAL):

* Through individual and team efforts, enthusiastically work toward the continuous improvement of his/her job, work area, department and Lakeside as a whole. Fully participate in TAL by "living" Lakeside's Standards of Conduct and being an active member of operational and project teams. By action and work, clearly and visibly demonstrate the spirit of teamwork, cooperation and respect for others in all business transactions and exchanges.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

* While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions.

* The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

*Lakeside Foods welcomes people of all backgrounds and the varied ideas they bring to the workplace. Being an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer is part of our heritage and culture. We recruit, hire and promote employees based on qualifications and merit, without regard to race, religion, age, gender, disability, marital or veteran status.*

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