Senior Agricultural Research Technician
Senior Agricultural Research TechnicianWe are looking for an Agricultural Research Technician and in this position, you will support the research activities for sugar beet seed developmentsYou will assist with the overall management of research plots and develop operational knowledge in the area of seed researchThe position is located in Kimberly, ID.
The Senior Station Technician oversees greenhouse and field trial activities including planting, irrigation, pest control, ratings, record keeping, and harvestSupervises and trains full time employees and temporary workers to maintain accurate records and adhere to quality standards and protocols which may include regulated materialUnderstands all equipment and devices utilized in tasks and directs problem solving in the fieldSupervises, manages, trains, and mentors while working alongside full time staff.
Essential job functions:
Supervise and train full-time and part-time and temporary workers to accomplish tasks directly given by project leads.
Make recommendations or suggestions regarding personnel matters in matters of hiring, firing, advancement, promotion or any other change of status of employeesConduct Employee Supervisor Dialog with direct reports.
Responsible for using independent judgment to supervise the creation and execution of work plans for plant material to ensure setup and planting arrangement is done accurately.
Organize, direct and apply pesticides to sites as needed.
Operate the required proprietary software for data collection.
Oversee field and greenhouse trial agronomics.
Direct and operate planting and harvest equipment including proprietary technology and equipment in the greenhouse and field.
Coordinate the schedules for full time, part time and temporary workers.
Ensure completion of detailed records of all activities, which include regulatory records using established methodologies.
Responsible for scheduling equipment and vehicle maintenance and repairs.
Ensure employees abide by the Company handbook, Rules, Guidelines and Procedures and safety policies are followed and personal protective equipment is used correctly.
Travel and/or drive on behalf of the business.
Work variable hours as needed; meet attendance requirements.
Other duties as assigned.
Required
Qualifications:
Associates Degree and two or more years of experience in specific tasks being conducted by the stations, or a combination of education and experience reflecting advanced knowledge in plant research and science typical of the tasks conducted at agricultural research stations.
Demonstrated ability to work with the various groups and prioritize tasks for the best efficiency.
Demonstrated ability to supervise and complete projects working directly with project leads or managers.
Willingness to learn and implement new technologies within the group.
Ability to work variable hours as needed.
Valid Driver s License and acceptable driving history.
Ability to work independently and within a team with flexibility.
Have or be able to obtain Pesticide Applicator License within 6 months of hire.
Strong computer skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Preferred
Qualifications:
Bachelor s Degree, or higher, or equivalent in a related field and/or 2 years experience in agriculture, crop production, general farming, landscaping, greenhouse or similar reflecting advanced knowledge and experience typical of the tasks conducted at research stationsDemonstrated ability to supervise and mentor direct reports.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (drone) experience.
Bilingual skillsExperience working with greenhouse and/or field agronomics.
Working environment:
Perform outdoor and indoor work in variable conditions including heat, cold, dust wind and rainField environments with exposure to pollen and handling chemicalsOccasional overnight travel as needed, some out of stateMust wear required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) as needed.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this jobWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hearThe employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and armsThe employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawlThe employee must frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and move objects up to 50 poundsSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.
We are looking forward to your application using our online application system SuccessFactors! Please click the Apply button which you can find in the online advertisement.
Job ID:
13670About KWS:
KWS is one of the world s leading plant breeding companiesOver 5,000 employees in more than 70 countries generated net sales of around 1.
5 billion in the fiscal year 2021/2022A company with a tradition of family ownership, KWS has operated independently for 165 yearsIt focuses on plant breeding and the production and sale of seed for corn, sugarbeet, cereals, vegetables, oilseed rape and sunflowerKWS uses leading-edge plant breeding methods to continuously improve yield for farmers and plants resistance to diseases, pests and abiotic stressTo that end, the company invested more than 285 million last fiscal year in research and developmentFor more information:
www.
kws.
com/careerFollow us on LinkedIn at data privacy policy for candidates is available on www.
kws.
com/dataprotectionPlease select the country where the job you applied for is posted in and, if applicable, the specific business unit.
Recommended Skills Laboratory Information Management Systems High Performance Liquid Chromatography Wet Chemistry Biochemistry Cell Cultures Biopharmaceuticals Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
The Senior Station Technician oversees greenhouse and field trial activities including planting, irrigation, pest control, ratings, record keeping, and harvestSupervises and trains full time employees and temporary workers to maintain accurate records and adhere to quality standards and protocols which may include regulated materialUnderstands all equipment and devices utilized in tasks and directs problem solving in the fieldSupervises, manages, trains, and mentors while working alongside full time staff.
Essential job functions:
Supervise and train full-time and part-time and temporary workers to accomplish tasks directly given by project leads.
Make recommendations or suggestions regarding personnel matters in matters of hiring, firing, advancement, promotion or any other change of status of employeesConduct Employee Supervisor Dialog with direct reports.
Responsible for using independent judgment to supervise the creation and execution of work plans for plant material to ensure setup and planting arrangement is done accurately.
Organize, direct and apply pesticides to sites as needed.
Operate the required proprietary software for data collection.
Oversee field and greenhouse trial agronomics.
Direct and operate planting and harvest equipment including proprietary technology and equipment in the greenhouse and field.
Coordinate the schedules for full time, part time and temporary workers.
Ensure completion of detailed records of all activities, which include regulatory records using established methodologies.
Responsible for scheduling equipment and vehicle maintenance and repairs.
Ensure employees abide by the Company handbook, Rules, Guidelines and Procedures and safety policies are followed and personal protective equipment is used correctly.
Travel and/or drive on behalf of the business.
Work variable hours as needed; meet attendance requirements.
Other duties as assigned.
Required
Qualifications:
Associates Degree and two or more years of experience in specific tasks being conducted by the stations, or a combination of education and experience reflecting advanced knowledge in plant research and science typical of the tasks conducted at agricultural research stations.
Demonstrated ability to work with the various groups and prioritize tasks for the best efficiency.
Demonstrated ability to supervise and complete projects working directly with project leads or managers.
Willingness to learn and implement new technologies within the group.
Ability to work variable hours as needed.
Valid Driver s License and acceptable driving history.
Ability to work independently and within a team with flexibility.
Have or be able to obtain Pesticide Applicator License within 6 months of hire.
Strong computer skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Preferred
Qualifications:
Bachelor s Degree, or higher, or equivalent in a related field and/or 2 years experience in agriculture, crop production, general farming, landscaping, greenhouse or similar reflecting advanced knowledge and experience typical of the tasks conducted at research stationsDemonstrated ability to supervise and mentor direct reports.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (drone) experience.
Bilingual skillsExperience working with greenhouse and/or field agronomics.
Working environment:
Perform outdoor and indoor work in variable conditions including heat, cold, dust wind and rainField environments with exposure to pollen and handling chemicalsOccasional overnight travel as needed, some out of stateMust wear required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) as needed.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this jobWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hearThe employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and armsThe employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawlThe employee must frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and move objects up to 50 poundsSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.
We are looking forward to your application using our online application system SuccessFactors! Please click the Apply button which you can find in the online advertisement.
Job ID:
13670About KWS:
KWS is one of the world s leading plant breeding companiesOver 5,000 employees in more than 70 countries generated net sales of around 1.
5 billion in the fiscal year 2021/2022A company with a tradition of family ownership, KWS has operated independently for 165 yearsIt focuses on plant breeding and the production and sale of seed for corn, sugarbeet, cereals, vegetables, oilseed rape and sunflowerKWS uses leading-edge plant breeding methods to continuously improve yield for farmers and plants resistance to diseases, pests and abiotic stressTo that end, the company invested more than 285 million last fiscal year in research and developmentFor more information:
www.
kws.
com/careerFollow us on LinkedIn at data privacy policy for candidates is available on www.
kws.
com/dataprotectionPlease select the country where the job you applied for is posted in and, if applicable, the specific business unit.
Recommended Skills Laboratory Information Management Systems High Performance Liquid Chromatography Wet Chemistry Biochemistry Cell Cultures Biopharmaceuticals Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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