An Introduction to Northside Elevator
You can learn a lot about an industry over 75 years. Since 1948 we’ve grown with Wisconsin’s most progressive dairy producers. We’ve learned that success comes from honoring our history but not being limited by it. At Northside Elevator we have a reputation of superior products and services, fairly priced, delivered on-time with exceptional customer service…..traditions we protect each and every day. We’re not satisfied keeping pace with change… we’re devoted to seeking out innovation that will drive change. We know our farmers require the latest in technology to feed a growing world.
Willingness to embrace change has transformed Northside Elevator from a local feed mill to a recognized regional leader in dairy feed manufacturing, complete agronomy service, logistics, and commodity marketing. We’ve developed these capabilities because they mirror the most critical needs of our farmers. Our dairy specialists develop custom dairy rations based on the goals of the dairy producer. Our agronomists select top seed genetics, crop protection and fertilizer products that will support the demands of the dairy nutritionist’s ration. Our commodity experts educate producers on purchasing key inputs to maximize profitability. Our in-house logistics team ties it all together making sure feed, grain, seed and fertilizer are on hand right when they’re needed. We know we’re our best when we work together to reach the goals of the farmer. We never forget that the selection of a seed in the spring will impact the health and productivity of a dairy animal in the fall.
Northside Elevator is a fourth-generation family business firmly committed to not only supporting future generations of farmers, but future generations of employees. We want every employee to be proud of being part of the Northside Elevator team. It’s why our drivers have access to the latest equipment, our mill staff operate clean, state of the art automated facilities and our professional staff work in a brand-new office. We’re not just investing in facilities, our employees enjoy competitive benefit packages, profit sharing, professional development, and opportunities for advancement. We take great pride in a staff that is professional, knowledgeable, helpful, and ready to serve. While we continue to expand from our humble beginning as a local feed mill, our focus for the future is on technologies, talent and products that propel the farm of the future.
Listed below are the current openings In Loyal.
Feed Production
Job Summary
Feed Production is responsible for helping achieve Northside Elevator’s commitment to producing safe, quality animal feed. This position will operate processing equipment according to established standard operating procedures and current good manufacturing practices. In addition to having the knowledge of the products carried, this position will perform housekeeping activities, assist fellow employees in loading bagged feed onto trucks and help customers load their ordered product. Feed Production is responsible for compliance with all company policies, local, state, and federal policies, laws and regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Knowledge of feed related products within the mill
- Keep floors free from spills and debris by practicing good housekeeping
- Weigh out hand adds for feed mixes
- Gather medicated feed products for manufacturing feed mixes
- Maintain records of daily medicated feed product usage
- Manufacture feed in accordance with quality assurance policies, standard operating procedures, and current good manufacturing practices
- Ensure correct product goes into hand add bins
- Fill micro bins
- Coordinate product placement within the mill
- Assist with bagging feed
- Assist with organizing and counting inventory
- Monitor, maintain and report inventory levels
- Ability to use weigh buggies
Additional Duties
- Operate a forklift
- Deliver bagged and/or bulk feed when needed
- Assist with organizing daily routes
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
- High school degree or equivalent
- Ability to lift 60 pounds, climb ladders, and operate a pallet jack with 2,000 pounds of material
- Class B CDL preferred
- Must meet all DOT requirements and comply with DOT rules and regulations
Commodity Merchandiser
Job Summary
The Commodity Merchandiser will be responsible for sourcing, trading, and purchasing commodities. Key responsibilities include actively assessing risk within Northside Elevator’s commodity position, price negotiation, procurement and growing supplier and customer relationships. The Commody Merchandiser will make key decisions independently and as part of a team, be detail oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills and have proven leadership capabilities with an emphasis on building effective, long-lasting relationships within the Ag market. The role is in person, hybrid or remote.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform market analysis and formulation of corresponding commodity position strategy.
- Manage risk and commodity positions.
- Secure and purchase a reliable supply of high-quality commodities at competitive prices.
- Monitor future markets daily.
- Verify contract and invoice pricing.
- Resolve issues and disputes with accounting, transportation, and buyers/end users.
- Maintain existing customer base and identify, develop, and build new opportunities.
- Work closely with grain, fertilizer, and logistics in exchange of information.
- Monitor the macro-trends of financial markets and the global economy that can impact the respective commodity prices in the short, medium, and long term.
- Communicate pricing changes to sales team and customers.
- Stay current on market trends, current commodity quotes, futures and basis programs.
- Develop and establish strong customer relationships.
- Report and enter contracts quickly and accurately.
- Maintain a professional image within the industry and maintain strong relationships within and outside the company.
Additional Duties
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
- Minimum of 2+ years’ experience Merchandising / Commodity Procurement preferred
- Experience with the Dairy Industry a plus
- Robust communication skills
- Strong analytical, organizational, and negotiating skills
- Ability to understand a position report and commodity contracts
- Proficient in various software systems
- Possess a strong set of core values, beliefs, and integrity
- Ability to function in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated knowledge of business operations and process improvement
- High school degree or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree in Ag Business, Ag Economics, or another business-related program preferred
- Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record
- Willing to consider remote applicants for this role if they have previous experience
If you would like to apply for a career at Northside please fill out an application or email your resume to careers@northsideelevator.com.