At Key Cooperative, we’re proud to work where we live—and to serve the communities we call home. We work side by side with people we know, in towns we care about, helping local farms, families, and businesses move forward. Our team is made up of individuals who take pride in showing up, doing the job well, and supporting one another—whether in the field or the meeting room.
We believe in building careers with purpose. Whether you’re experienced in the industry or just getting started, there’s room here to learn, lead, and be part of something meaningful. This isn’t just a job—it’s a commitment to community, progress, and each other.
Agriculture is evolving, and so are we. Join us as we move it forward—together. To learn more about Key Careers, contact HR@keycoop.com.
Key Cooperative is a member-owned, rural Iowa cooperative serving agriculture producers. With locations in 13 communities and 6 counties. Key Cooperative provides Agronomy, Energy, Feed and Grain with a small-town, yet professional feel.
Our employees take pride in our identity and they're committed to the success of our owners by delivering innovation, leadership and performance. If you're looking for a place where you can grow and be proud of what you do each day - you can find this kind of career at Key Cooperative.
For those looking for a career with Key Cooperative, we have a range of full-time opportunities across our four divisions. Whether you have experience in the the industry or are excited to learn, we’re always looking for passionate people to join our team. From agronomy and energy to driving and operations, we’re dedicated to finding people who share our commitment to serving local producers and communities.
Our part-time positions are perfect for individuals looking to balance work with other commitments. These roles allow you to work close to home and gain valuable experience while being part of an impactful team. Part-time employees often find themselves joining Key full-time as the positions become available. Part-time opportunities could include operations or customer service roles.
Key Cooperative seeks seasonal employees to join our team each year. Employees in these roles provide support to our operations stuff during the busiest times of the year - agronomy season in the spring and harvest in the fall. Seasonal positions are ideal for those who enjoy fast-paced work and want to gain hands-on experience while contributing to the local farming community.
An internship at Key is more than a summer job. Our interns get insight into real-world operations, gain valuable hands-on work experience, learn from seasoned professionals and make connections that will help prepare them for their future. Internships are an excellent way to explore your passion for agriculture while expanding your skillset!
Our internship program offers a well-rounded experience, allowing you to try new things. You will have the opportunity to develop your skills, learn from seasoned professionals and gain valuable experience that can set you up for a lifetime of working in agriculture.
As a member of our team, you’ll be introduced to the cooperative model and gain a better understanding of its value. There is a role for everyone to play in agriculture and our goal is to help you find your fit.
Where will your internship take you? Get started!
At Key Cooperative, we believe in developing talent internally, and promoting from within. That’s why our benefits package offers many opportunities for personal and professional development. We are always evaluating our benefits to make sure they are competitive within our industry.
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Health and WellnessKey Cooperative does require all employees to be 18 years old, hold a valid driver’s license and pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Check out all our open positions on our Careers page. You can look them over and apply online for one that fits you best.
Our Career page is mobile friendly! Or feel free to reach out to a member of our Human Resources team at HR@keycoop.com.
Please email HR@keycoop.com and a member of our HR team will get in touch with you.
Yes! We will check your background including your current Motor Vehicle Record. As part of the screening process, those holding a Commercial Driver License will be required to register on the FMSCA Clearinghouse and must not be prohibited from driving. If you are offered a job, a drug screen will be required after an offer letter is signed.
Key offers a competitive benefits package. You can see a list of our benefits here.
Most benefits start the first of the month following the date of hire. To be eligible for most benefits, you must work full-time.
You bet we do! At Key, we offer several different types of internships, our most popular are in Agronomy, Feed, and Grain/Agronomy Operations. We begin looking for interns in the fall for the following summer. Discover our internship experience here!
Energy Customer Service Representative
“I love working in the energy department here at Key. I enjoy being able to help our customers meet their needs whether it be residential or agricultural. The environment here is always positive and very employee/family oriented!”
Agronomy Operations
“The equipment I drive at Key is modern and features updated technology. This makes it easier for me to do my job well and more efficiently. My fellow employees are great as well! They’re good to work with and they make my job that much more enjoyable!”
Feed Ingredient Merchandiser
“I started working at the Key Cooperative at 49 years old and I haven't regretted that since day one. They have been like family to me and my husband, Brian, as he works at Key also. Getting to work with farmers has been one of the most rewarding parts of this job, and they have become my family also. God willing, I plan to stay here until I retire because the retirement benefits are top notch. They offer more in retirement than other companies and we appreciate that!"
Propane Operations & Service Leader
“Shortly before graduating college, I stopped to fuel up at one of Key's fuel stations and saw a Key employee there. They asked if I 'needed a good job with benefits?' and that's what brought me into the Key Cooperative family! Even though I didn’t go to school to work for the co-op, the Energy department at Key has given me the opportunity to work beside farmers, customers and a good team of employees. While Key Cooperative’s primary focus is agricultural, Key has something to offer almost anyone."
Grain Accountant
“When I started at Key Cooperative, I was honestly just looking for a job. Throughout the 11 years I have worked at Key, I have had the opportunity to grow both in my professional and personal life. My coworkers and customers have become friends and family. One of the most important things to me, now, as a mom is how flexible and family friendly Key Cooperative is. I was able to progress in my career and achieve my dream job all while being a mom!"
CENTROL Operations Leader
“I was a custom applicator for ten years and really enjoyed getting to know a lot of customers. I got to work hand-in-hand with them to better serve their needs, and then I was able to grow in the company to a completely different position, moving from Custom Applicator/Maintenance into the position of CENTROL Operations Leader. I love working at Key!”
Grow Into Your Career at Key
Boyd Brodie, our General Manager, makes no secret of the fact that he likes to promote from within. So anyone in our organization who wants to improve their skills, take on more responsibility and move up—or try something new—is given every opportunity to do so. Through both on-site as well as off-site training and leadership opportunities, you’ll have the freedom and the responsibility to go as far as your talents can take you.
