Production Equipment Operator

ROLE OVERVIEW

We are adding a full-time experienced production equipment operator to our team and looking for candidates with a passion for production agriculture who thrive in a team environment! In this role you will operate a variety of late-model equipment throughout the production season covering tillage through harvest and application.  

Tom Farms is located in Leesburg, Indiana, USA.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment including but not limited to planters, tillage equipment, tractors, harvesting equipment, excavating equipment, and semi-trucks.
• Applies crop production inputs to fields and growing crops according to recommended rates, procedures, and following all pesticide labels. Records application data according to regulations and standards.
• Assist in managing the farms application program including planning, ordering, implementing and documenting all spraying events.
• Assist with irrigation operations and maintenance
• Assist in the service and maintenance of machinery in the winter.
• Follows maintenance schedule of facility and equipment.
• Assists in developing and achieving production goals by improving efficiency and reducing costs.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• 5+ years farm equipment operations experience
• 2+ years spraying experience 
• Mechanical aptitude to be able to work on equipment
• Strong with computers and technology
• Must be able to lift up to 70 pounds
• Willingness to learn, motivated, ability to work independently and contribute to the team working environment.
• Must be able to work extended hours and weekends during peak seasons. Winter months will average 40-50 hours per week

Tom Farms offers a host of benefits including:

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
• 401K Program
• Bonus Structure
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Flexible work environment