Seed Inventory and Processing Coordinator

Company Description

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. 

Job Description

The Seed Inventory and Processing Coordinator will coordinate activities related to seed processing and seed inventory at the Nampa Trait Conversion Accelerator (TCA) for the North American corn trait introgression (TI) pipeline. This person will drive timely seed harvest and processing while also preparing trials and coordinating shipping and receiving of seed. The ideal candidate for this role will strive to continuously improve the seed processing and harvest workflow with a focus on sustainability, track and trace, and seed quality.

Accountabilities:

• Coordinate a group of technicians in tasks related to seed harvest, seed processing, trial preparation, seed inventory maintenance, and seed shipping and receiving.
• Follow all stewardship and regulatory guidelines for the corn TI process, including for domestic and international shipping and receiving of GM (genetically modified) agricultural materials.
• Label and organize the physical seed inventory according to regulatory and stewardship requirements.
• Collect and communicate clear Personal Performance Indicators (PPIs) for third-party labor to leadership.
• Document seed processing-related activities and train staff on the process.
• Manage the seed inventory to ensure success for all active TI projects.
• Communicate any issues that can cause delays to project initiation or delivery.
• Support other TI activities as needed.
• Champion the Syngenta safety culture through seed processing activities.

Qualifications

Required:

• PLEASE NOTE: Candidates must already be located in the United States and do not require visa sponsorship now or in the future (includes OPT).
• BS degree, ideally in plant science, agronomy, crop science, botany, or biology, with 0-5 years of experience.
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail.
• Agility and willingness to solve problems and meet critical delivery timelines.
• Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Experience working with interdisciplinary teams.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a greenhouse environment (occasionally up to 95 degrees).
• Flexibility to work weekends (approximately once a month) and holidays.
• No pollen allergies.

Desired:

• Knowledge of state and governmental stewardship and regulatory requirements to maintain our freedom to operate (FTO).
• Bilingual (Spanish) skills highly desirable.
• Knowledge of corn seed processing and handling best practices.
• Basic plant breeding or trait introgression knowledge.
• Demonstrated production or warehouse experience.
• Experience with shipping and receiving, as well as inventory management systems.

Additional Information

What We Offer:

• A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers 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, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits.

Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal. Learn more about our team and our mission here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVCN_51GbNI

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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