Seed Production Agronomist

Within the North America Field Production organization, execute established Small Seed Vegetables (SSV) seed production orders to assure that Syngenta has a consistent, timely and reliable supply of high-quality seed in the Cage Production Program and/or Commercial Open Field.  Manage and Deliver successful production results of critical genetics in the Sacramento Valley region, through direct growers and third-party vendors.

Responsibilities

• Geographically, contract required production volumes with growers and/or vendors to maximize yield, minimize freight costs and deliver seed, meeting all standards and specifications
• Develop and maintain grower and vendor relationships, both internal and external to drive increased yields and quality
• Understand species and variety characteristics, seed quality standards and crop delivery requirements to optimize seed availabilities
• Develop and implement programs regarding agronomic issues in production fields including weed, disease and insect programs, and timely field inspection programs
• General administrative management duties including collecting – preparing – inputting data for reports
• Foster an operational culture founded on adherence to all applicable HSE and other corporate policies, procedures and guidelines

• Work with FPR and GPCS’s to test/implement new production concepts and techniques in Protected Culture (Cage/Net House) and Open Field Productions
• Remain current with latest production technology and develop specialized skills (i.e., systems, data analysis, equipment maintenance, fertility, irrigation mgmt., etc.) to support vendors and parent seed program
• Cross functional knowledge and experience of plant activities: conditioning, treating, packaging, warehouse and distribution activities

Seeds

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.

Critical knowledge

• Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomy Business/Plant Science or related field; equivalent professional experience and/or training in addition to the experience requirement will be considered
• Typically requires 3 years of related experience
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).  Bilingual in Spanish is a plus but not required

Critical experience

• Knowledge of general industry procedures, practices, and terminology
• Knowledge on Cucurbit/Solanaceae seed production techniques
• Excellent communication skills
• PC and business software skills
• Strong agronomic and pest/disease management skills

Salary Range: $66,400 - $99,600 per year

What We Offer

A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members

We offer 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, 9 Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits

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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