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Seeds Production Agronomist

  1. Production Research
  2. Casalmorano
  3. Syngenta Seeds

Job description

Role purpose

You will be responsible for corn field production and growers' follow up in Po Valley Growing Area, from field planning to harvest (according to the country SPP and local split); delivering the right quantity and quality requested by Syngenta.

Accountabilities

  • Support the Field Production Manager during the growers’ contracting phases
  • Responsible for growers’ management and Corn production follow up in Po Valley Growing Area including field allocation, tillage practices, sowing, fertilization, irrigation, detasseling, chemical application and harvest
  • Seasonal field controller during corn flowering and detasseling operations
  • Applies the follow-up process of field production on regular base usage of a digital data collector
  • Interaction with R&D, Seed Production Research, Trial Seeds and Plant Processing
  • In compliance with HSES Syngenta’s requirements

Company Description

Syngenta is leading science-based agtech company; dedicated to bringing plant potential to life. Each of our 28,000 employees in more than 90 countries work together to solve one of humanity’s most pressing challenges: growing more food with fewer resources. A diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace environment are enablers of our ambition to be the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture.

Our employees reflect the diversity of our customers, the markets where we operate and the communities which we serve. No matter what your position, you will have a vital role in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. Join us and help shape the future of agriculture.

We invite you to help us shape the future of agriculture. At Syngenta, we believe every employee has a role to play in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet.


Qualifications

Knowledge, Experience & Capabilities

Critical qualification

  • Minimum “Diploma Perito Agrario”, preferred Agriculture Degree
  • Excellent knowledge of excel & Microsoft Office
  • Fluent in Italian and English level B2
  • A valid driving license is needed (B)
  • Residing in Cremona/Piacenza area or available to reallocate

Critical knowledge & Experience

  • Basic Agronomics knowledge
  • Problem-solving, teamwork
  • Ensure support and a proactive approach
  • Carry out work in compliance with Legal and Syngenta standards on HSEQ
  • Ensure responsive and accurate communication flows with all functions
  • Establish excellent working relationships with key functions/stakeholders

Additional Information

Location: Casalmorano CR          

Type of contract: Fixed term contract 

The position will be open until August.

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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