Grower Assistant

Responsible for performing crop maintenance activities, management of the day to day fertilization and irrigation, setting up irrigation, and fertigation programs within the environmental computer system, Preparing the fields for the required daily activities, including participation in the pesticide sign removal. Collection, sampling and analyzing of fertilization, soil and tissue samples. Maintain field sanitation standards according to protocols.  Make sure WPS is done according to the HSE regulations. Follow all safety regulations and protocols to ensure a safe working environment at all times.

Duties:

• In concert with the grower, manage all aspects of the Horticulture processes and procedures in your assigned area, including but not limited to; propagation, fertilization, irrigation, growth regulator requirements and other crop needs on a daily basis.
• Keeping and maintaining the sanitation standards in your area of responsibility according to the protocol.
• Recording and reporting all data required to the supervisor, make sure all data are recorded and kept according to the requirements.
• Consistent Crop and irrigation system Inspection in the field to make sure that the moisture requirement is up to the standard.
• Be able to maintain the crops, by pinching, pruning and cutting back in conjuncture with the grower and the planning department. 
• Responsible to make sure that the standard rooting hormones and regular PGR application signs are in place and the cards are prepared and applied in accordance to the instructions.

Physical demands of the essential functions: 

• Ability to walk in sandy soil. Work in outdoor environment in various weather situations including frost/freeze conditions. 
• Ability to carry 50 lbs. for up to 20 minutes. 
• Must be able to wear respirator. Capable of working long hours during time-critical periods of the production season.

Syngenta Seeds is one of the world’s largest developers and producers of seed for farmers, commercial growers, retailers and small seed companies. Syngenta seeds improve the quality and yields of crops. High-quality seeds ensure better and more productive crops, which is why farmers invest in them. Advanced seeds help mitigate risks such as disease and drought and allow farmers to grow food using less land, less water and fewer inputs. 

Syngenta Seeds brings farmers more vigorous, stronger, resistant plants, including innovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops that can thrive even in challenging growing conditions.  

Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States. 

• Minimum 2 years college diploma or above in horticulture or other agriculture related discipline.
• 2 years of horticulture or propagation experience in the industry.
• Very good understanding of basic horticulture and agricultural practices.
• Understanding of plant propagation.
• Understanding of basic irrigation and fertility management.
• Working knowledge of WPS requirements and applications.

What We Offer: 

• A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs. 
• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day.  
• 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution. 
• Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits. 

Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal. 
Learn more about our team and our mission here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVCN_51GbNI 

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. 

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