Address:  3721 W Wier Ave
Phoenix, Arizona 85040

Salary: $20.2400 hourly

Grade: 17

Closing Date: 11/27/2024

The Arizona Cotton Research and Protection Council is looking for a talented AF36 Production Worker to join our Team. This incumbent performs production and maintenance task that requires the application of highly skilled abilities in maintaining and repairing a building. ACRPC is willing to train all applicants as needed. The incumbent must be physically capable of lifting and staking 50 pound sacks (pallets) for a good portion of the day.

• Coordinate with the Facilities Manager in repairing and maintaining buildings as assigned by the ACRPC.
• Coordinate projects with vendors, co-workers, customers, etc.
• On occasion, AF36 Production may be required to supervise other AF36 Production Workers.
• Ensure compliance, with state procedures, policies, work methods and safety of assigned personnel.
• Participate in the planning, estimating, costing and ordering of materials in a timely and efficient manner.
• Attend job related and/or other opportunities for training and certifications.
• Weighing and bagging systems, through the palletizing process.
• Unloading grain trucks, operation gran cleaner, and roaster.

• Knowledge of all phases of the production process.
• Knowledge of common and specialized tools, equipment, and materials related to work.
• Knowledge of techniques of work leadership and training.
• Knowledge of methods and practices involved in the installation and replacing major utility repairs.
• Skilled in demonstrating, operating, repair, and maintenance of powered/nonpowered grounds equipment and tools.
• Ability to Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision or guidance and make immediate decisions.
• Ability to progress through work duties assigned.

• Any combination of experience, education, and training in the knowledge, skills, and abilities describe.

• Successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify), applicable to all newly hired State employees.
• Successfully pass background and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agency's ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
• State travel is required for State business. Employees who drive on state business must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207 .12.) AND having an acceptable driving record for the last 39 months is required including no , or revocations and less than 8 points on your license. A copy of your MVR (Motor DUI, suspensions Vehicle Record) is required at the time of your interview if an Out of State Driver's License was held within the last 39 months.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The Arizona Cotton Research and Protection Council offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
- Affordable Health, Dental, Vision, and Life and Disability Insurance
- 10 holidays per year
- Paid Vacation and Sick time off - start earning it on your 1st day
- Eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (must meet qualifications)
- Contribute to, and participate in the Arizona State Retirement System
- Ride Share and Public Transit Subsidy
- Career Advancement Opportunities

State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan, and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement.

You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments.

On or shortly after, your first day of work, you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans, enrollment instructions, submission deadlines, and effective dates.

For questions about this career opportunity, please call Bernetta Johnson at 602-771-2591 or email bjohnson@cotton.az.gov

Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting 602-771-2591. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.