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POSITION:
Research Station
Manager
Have you thought about how to feed
the fast growing world population? We have.
And we are looking for top talent to join our team!
Syngenta is a
world-leading agribusiness committed to sustainable agriculture
through innovative research and technology. The company is a
leader in crop protection, and ranks third in the high-value
commercial seeds market. Sales in 2007 were approximately $9.2
billion. Syngenta employs over 21,000 people in more than 90
countries. Syngenta is listed on the Swiss stock exchange (SYNN)
and in New York (SYT).
Job location: Naples, Florida
Role Purpose
Manage
all station activities needed to support effective field,
greenhouse and laboratory vegetable breeding, pathology and
produce quality research.
Accountabilities
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Manage
all farming operations to insure that crop culture
operations are administered in a timely manner to optimize
crop growth and development. Coordinate with all scientists
to insure that their farming requirements are met to
maximize the results of all research projects.
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Oversee
operation and maintenance of buildings, grounds and support
equipment related to the site based breeding projects.
Maintain all buildings including, labs and shop,
greenhouses, grounds and equipment in a cost-effective
manner to meet functional and safety requirements.
Troubleshoot equipment related problems, Supervise the
maintenance of all buildings including labs, field shop,
greenhouses, growth chambers and office facilities in a cost
effective manner to meet functional and safety requirements.
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Supervise
the maintenance of all farm equipment.
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Maintain
a long term plan for crop rotation and stewardship of the
land.
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Maintain
detailed records of crop history, crop rotation and
pesticide usage.
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Supervise
the accurate and timely posting of all fields and
greenhouses with worker notification of safe re-entry times
in accordance with new EPA “Worker Protection Standards”.
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Manage
water levels as necessary, especially during periods of
heavy rain, to prevent flooding of fields.
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Maintain
up-to-date knowledge of safer and more effective pesticides
as well as other “best practices” for use on the farm and in
the greenhouses.
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Act as a
full time member of the site HSE committee.
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Act as
deputy incident commander for local emergency management
system.
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Manage
farm operations staff and seasonal labor pool to maximize
output and efficiency.
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Prepare
and administer station operating budget including allocation
plan to various projects.
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Develop
and maintain a strong network of local grower, extension and
crop protection contacts for continuing education as well as
for support in troubleshooting station problems.
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Determine
capital improvement needs.
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Perform
other duties as needed.
Knowledge,
experience & capabilities
Critical knowledge
• Bachelors Degree in Plant Science or related field
preferred with 3 years plant breeding support experience.
Critical experience
• Knowledge of farm equipment and its maintenance
• Strong knowledge of field drip irrigation operation and
maintenance
• Experienced in growing multiple vegetable crops required
• Computer knowledge (Word, Excel, Lotus Notes)
• Strong general management skills
• Fluency in Spanish desirable
• Pesticide applicators license required
• Strong knowledge of sandland vegetable agricultural
techniques
• Strong communication skills
• Desire to continue to develop personal skills in all areas
related to the position
• CDL desirable.
Critical technical, professional and personal
capabilities
• Four (4) to six (6) years in farming and/or farm
operations experience required. Direct vegetable farming
experience required.
• Four (4) years supervisory experience required.
• Two (2) years site management experience preferred.
Critical leadership capabilities
• Ability to interact with people in a respectful,
cooperative but assertive manner resulting in the
achievement of program and company goals.
• Maintain safe working conditions. At all times, conduct
work personally and for those supervised with the utmost of
worker safety in mind
• Set and maintain high work standards for self and those
supervised for efficiency and accountability for action as
performed.
Syngenta offers a competitive
salary and benefits package, including market-based pay,
health/dental insurance, a generous 401(k) program, paid time
off, tuition reimbursement and relocation assistance.
Qualified candidates should apply today!
Visit
www.syngentacareers.com and submit your application online.
EOE
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