SUCCESS IN FOCUS
ProValue, LLC
March 19, 2010 |
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| Greetings! |
During the past several months, I have spent a significant amount of time working with Management Teams and Board of Directors on strategic planning. I have participated in many discussions concerning image and the communication of their company's story. For many companies, these subjects are difficult, time consuming and for some, it seems like bragging. Many times these challenges are the reasons why a company's story never gets told accurately.
Do your patrons and stockholders know how much the economic impact of your business affects your community? You need to tell the factual story about your company because if you don't, no one else will. Some of your patrons or stockholders may think they know the story, but you need to clearly communicate the facts. If you are not focused on your company's image or are not communicating your company's story, get started. It is not too late.
Thank you for your continued support and business.
SCOTT DEWEESE
President of ProValue, LLC
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| HIRING EMPLOYEES UNDER 18 |
As we finally begin to thaw out from this winter's unusual storms we start to contemplate the coming harvest, which means it is time again to gear-up and think about hiring harvest help. It is also time for your yearly reminder about the Department of Labors' requirements for hiring young employees.
The fines for violating the Child Labor Laws are substantial as a local grocery store in western Kansas found out the hard way last year. They were fined several hundred thousand dollars for violating child labor laws. Don't let your Co-op suffer this un-necessary financial penalty by hiring young employees during harvest.
Generally speaking, we should not hire anyone below 18 years of age to perform any duties around our companies. If you absolutely can't avoid hiring someone below 18, keep the following rules in mind.
Employees 16-17 years of age may not be employed in hazardous occupations such as operating or working around:
Truck Hoists Gin Machinery
Man Lifts Power Driven equipment
Grain Augers Tire Repair equipment
Operating fork trucks Driving as a delivery/errand person
Strictly speaking, the only things a person under 18 can do around our establishments is office help and scale duties.
If the person under 18 is running the scale and taking samples, THEY CANNOT CLIMB UP ON THE TRUCKS AND TAKE SAMPLES. They may run a remotely operated grain probe, but you must keep them off the trucks!!
Once again I urge you to adopt the policy that you will not hire anyone under 18 years of age. It just isn't worth the possible consequences of fines or worse yet getting one of these young people injured. It doesn't matter that they are related to you, they still can't legally do any of the work mentioned above.
If you have questions or comments regarding this article please contact Jim Warner at jwarner@provaluellc.com or (580) 348-0048.
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- Learn how to accurately administer FMLA
- Learn the definition of a "serious health condition".
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| JOB OPENINGS |
GENERAL MANAGER (Girard, KS) - Progressive Cooperative Seeks General Manager Candidates! An exciting opportunity exists at Producers Cooperative Association, Girard, KS for a successful, experienced and passionate General Manager. This dynamic and growing company is looking for a candidate with excellent communication skills and proven success in creating and maintaining a customer-driven operation. The Coop specializes in grain handling and storage, agronomy services, seed, petroleum products, and feed products and processing. The Manager will be responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction by consistent delivery of both quality products and services to achieve company financial objectives. In addition, this position requires experience in all phases of management including sales and marketing, human resources, and budgeting. Producers Cooperative Association has a total grain storage capacity of 1.8 million bushels with annual sales of $40 million. Producers Cooperative Association offers competitive salary and excellent employee benefits including health and dental coverage, co-op retirement, company vehicle and paid time off for vacation and sick leave. Applications will be accepted until April 10, 2010. Send resume with cover letter to: Makayla Poepperling, Project Specialist, ProValue, LLC, PO Box 1747, Hutchinson, KS 67502 or apply online at www.provaluellc.com
PETROLEUM SPECIALIST (Johnson, KS) - Southwest Kansas Cooperative Services, LLC (affiliated with Skyland Grain, LLC and UPA, LLC) in Johnson, KS (about 75 miles to the SW of Garden City) is looking for an experienced, organized, detail-oriented and self-motivated Petroleum Administrative Specialist. This is an awesome opportunity to join a reputable company and grow professionally. The ideal candidate will be responsible for billings, statements, load tracking, fuel tax and be an integral part of the A/P and A/R process in the company. Superb communication skills and computer skills required. Competitive pay and excellent benefits package offered. Please send your resume and cover letter with salary requirements to ProValue, LLC, PO Box 1747, Hutchinson, KS 67504 or email to skepley@provaluellc.com upload your resume at www.provaluellc.com
ENERGY SPECIALIST (Moundridge, KS) - Mid Kansas Coop, Moundridge, Kansas is now accepting applications for Certified Energy Specialist. The position objective is to sell, distribute, and market bulk petroleum and related products in a manner that will optimize the cooperative's market share and savings, improve the cooperative's efficiency, help achieve the cooperative's mission and goals, and result in outstanding customer service. The overall responsibilities include sales, service, safety, sales reporting, and other duties as assigned by your manager. This position will maintain a positive attitude that promotes team work within the cooperative and a favorable image of the cooperative. Applicants should have a bachelor's degree from a four year university or college and four years experience in petroleum sales or related agricultural sales. Mid Kansas Coop provides health benefits, 401(k), pension plan, paid vacation and sick leave and a competitive salary. Send resume with cover letter to: Jeff Frizell, Human Resources Manager, Mid Kansas Coop, PO Box D, Moundridge, KS 67107 or upload your resume at www.provaluellc.com
ELEVATOR SUPERINTENDENT (Atlanta, KS) - Valley Co-op, Inc, is accepting applications for Elevator Superintendent at their Atlanta, Kansas location. This person will organize, coordinate and supervise the daily operations of a 450,000 bu capacity grain elevator and will also be responsible for delivering dry and liquid fertilizer, tire shop work, feed and seed warehouse work, NH 3 nurse tank filling, etc. The co-op is seeking someone who is a self-starter and well organized, and must have or be willing to obtain CDL. Valley Co-op, Inc offers a competitive salary, employee benefits and paid time off for vacation and sick leave. Send resume with cover letter to: Richard Kimbrel, General Manager, Valley Co-op, Inc, PO Box 536, Winfield, KS 67156. You can also apply online at www.provaluellc.com.
ELEVATOR OPERATOR (Lamont, OK) - Farmers Grain Company is accepting applications for elevator operator position at their Lamont, Oklahoma location. This person will operate one or more elevators and grain bins, handling several different crops. He also will be responsible for loading and unloading dry, liquid, and NH3 fertilizers, tire shop work, feed and seed warehouse work and assist 3 other employees. The company offers a competitive salary and employee benefits. Call John Swart, Area Manager at 580-532-5102 to set up an appointment.
CONTROLLER (East Central Kansas) - A successful distributor of petroleum products in east central Kansas has an opening for a Controller. This company markets gasoline, diesel fuel, propane, lubricants and other related products. The Controller will be responsible for all financial and fiscal management aspects of company operations including supervision of the accounting and recordkeeping functions, the administrative, accounting and budgeting efforts of the company, taxes, reporting, and other duties as requested by management. In addition, the Controller will manage computer system upgrades, make recommendations for hardware and software changes, and develop computer training programs for staff as it relates to the back office accounting system. Successful candidates will need a bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university, and three or more years of related experience. Emphasis will be placed on candidates with strength in IT systems, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the ability to analyze data and draw conclusions. Must have excellent customer service skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines. Competitive salary offered, benefits include health coverage and employee pension. Apply online at www.provaluellc.com
If you have a job opening you would like to advertise here please contact Makayla Poepperling at mpoepperling@provaluellc.com or call (620) 802.0723. |
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