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Syngenta · 1 month ago

Trialing Specialist Technician

Fort Wayne, IN

Contract

Onsite

Mid Level

Syngenta Seeds is one of the world’s largest developers and producers of seed for farmers and growers. The Trialing Specialist Technician will provide high-quality field trial data through accurate note collection and trial execution, supporting local trialing efforts and assisting in optimal field trial management.

AgricultureFarming

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Function as an integral member of a team responsible for the full range of seasonal activities related to conducting yield trials including but not limited to planning, actively communicating, packaging, planting, note-taking, and harvest

Evaluate and secure quality yield trial land in the desired testing area

Act as a source of information on yield trialing processes and protocols

Supervise third-party contract labor to assist with planting, phenotyping, and harvest

Lead projects with impact both on and across stations and sites and provide formal or informal guidance, training, and support to other team members

Provide input to development of new process protocols and standards

Effectively communicate regularly with Trialing Manager regarding the status of projects and work activities

Operate tractors for planting research plots

Operate research combines for data collection

Qualification

Precision agriculture equipmentAgronomic practicesCrop knowledge cornCrop knowledge soyData collectionTrial managementTeam communicationPositive relationshipsDrone experiencePesticide applicator license

Required

Candidates must be already located in the United States and not require visa sponsorship now or in the future (Includes OPT)

Associate's degree in an agriculture-related discipline or relevant experience preferred

Experience with precision agriculture equipment and software systems

Knowledge of multiple crops that are tested in trialing (corn and soy)

Clear understanding of the practices and procedures that impact trial data precision and accuracy

Understanding and demonstrated use of modern agronomic practices

Ability to communicate proficiently and work well as part of a team

Active driver's license with a clean record

Ability to acquire a medical DOT card

Commercial pesticide applicator's license holder or ability to acquire one

Drone experience or ability to acquire a drone license

Ability to maintain positive relationships with area cooperators

Benefits

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.

Company

Syngenta

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Syngenta is an agriculture company provides products and solutions to help farmers achieve global food security for a growing population. It is a sub-organization of Syngenta Group.

Founded in 2000