The Corporate Field Representative- NW Illinois/ SW Wisconsin shall be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

Support and reinforce the policies of Prairie Farms
Assisting Prairie Farms member and independent producers as needed
Understand how to work in a subordinate position
Travel to multiple destinations daily and navigate in a rural setting
Travel on short notice to any Prairie Farms member or Prairie Farms independent member farm
Create within Microsoft Office and apply visual basic programming within these applications
Communicate with courtesy and tact
Understanding the results of raw milk testing and communicating these results to member producers
Follow up with producers and recommend corrective action on issues that affect milk quality
Sample producer milk to run necessary tests to resolve milk quality issues
Maintain relationship with state regulatory agency responsible for farms in field rep’s territory
Work with regulatory agencies to help maintain Grade A status of farms
Calibrate producer bulk milk tanks as needed and keep accurate records of those calibration
Communicate details of farm and quality conditions to supervisor to fairly resolve issues
Work with milk haulers to maintain relationships between member and hauler and help resolve issues related to milk pick-up
Attend company member meetings and assist as needed
Complete paperwork necessary to maintain current producer payroll status of member
Complete animal care evaluation in responsible territory and maintain current records for animal care program
Learn and understand industry issues that affect producer-members

Required Technical Skills:

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Required Soft Skills:

Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work remotely
Strong customer service abilities
Able to communicate in various ways
Strong interpersonal skills

Physical Requirements:

He or she will also be required to work outside in various weather conditions. Lift and control at least 50 pounds to an overhead position continuously.

Educations, Certifications and Experience:

The following is required:

Post-secondary education in a field related to the responsibilities previously described.

Other:

The Corporate Field Representative position will require overnight travel at times. Must have the ability to work remotely.

The following benefits may be available, depending on position:

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k

Thrift Incentive Plan

Long Term Disability

Short term Disability

Life Insurance

FSA

HSA

Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law