Farm Trial Coordinator
Rijk Zwaan Agriculture
Salem, OR
Full-time
Farming / Fishing / Forestry
Posted on October 8, 2021
Farm Trial Coordinator
Rijk Zwaan
Salem, OR
The Farm Trial Coordinator position in Oregon is responsible for working outside in a farming environment with varying hours depending on the season. You must be able to lift 50 pounds.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Breeder/production note taking for Radish flowering trials, production screen cages.
- Coordinating with Cabbage Production Specialist and Breeding Specialist all cabbage/kohlrabi seeding and transplant dates for cages, as well as required note taking of cabbage screen cages during season.
- Developing transplant schedule for all cages and coordinate/assist in planting with Farm Manager and other employees.
- Monitoring planting activities and planting schedules at greenhouse to make sure all lines are planted according to schedule.
- Responsible for nix manipulation of cabbage and kale cages, trimming of parents as requested from breeding or production specialist and entry of information in crop file.
- Responsible for final cage report information and flowering trial information submittal to Holland breeding and Production Manager.
- Perform other duties as assigned by farm manager or production manager.
Requirements:
- College degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Horticulture, or related Agriculture field is preferred and/or a minimum of 5 years’ experience in Agriculture Production.
- Pre-employment drug screening and background check as well as a valid Oregon Driver’s License with a clean DMV record required.
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft products) Excel, Word, Lotus Notes.
- Data entry of cage or trial information and timely reporting of information to breeding department and Production Specialists.
- Ability to direct seasonal employees and provide clear and open communication.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds and work in field conditions including heat, dust, cold, rain, and wind.
- Ability to work extended hours during season if required.
- International travel to other company locations required.
Excellent Benefits:
Health, Dental and Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Medical & Dependent Care Reimbursement and Pension Plan.
If you experience trouble with the link, please contact Loretta Brown for assistance at L.brown@rijkzwaan.com.