(Farming Operator) North America Operations Specialist - Pullman, Washington

Scorpion Therapeutics; United States; Remote; USD 58,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that is dedicated to solving the world's toughest challenges in agriculture. As a North America Operations Specialist, you will be at the forefront of field data collection and innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to ensure operational efficiency across North America. This role offers the chance to travel extensively, collaborate with diverse teams, and contribute to sustainable agricultural practices. If you are passionate about continuous learning and making a real impact in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Care

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Sick Leave

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with equipment operations in agriculture or similar fields.

Responsibilities

• Drive operational efficiency by capturing field data insights.
• Utilize technology to operate and maintain field research equipment.

Skills

Equipment Operations

Microsoft Office

Agility and Adaptability

Collaboration

Safety and Quality

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy or related field

Tools

Precision Agriculture Software

Field Research Equipment

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At Bayer

We’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.

(Farming Operator) North America Operations Specialist

Job Title: (Farming Operator) North America Operations Specialist II – North America Field Testing and Pipeline Delivery

Location: Pullman, Washington.

Help drive operational efficiency across North America Field Testing by capturing field data insights, growing your network, operating cutting-edge technology, and unlocking innovation. If you have a passion for continuous learning and thrive in a diverse team environment, this role is for you. Join us on our hunger for none mission. You can make a difference.

Your Tasks And Responsibilities

The primary responsibilities of this role, North America Operations Specialist II – North America Field Testing and Pipeline Delivery, are:

• Join our team and deliver field data insights by executing field research trials through collaborative partnerships, machine operation, phenotyping, training, and data collection.
• Utilizes cutting-edge technology and innovation to operate and maintain field research equipment and deliver high quality data.
• Travels 75% of the time with opportunity to travel across North America performing equipment operations in corn, soybean, canola, wheat and cotton.
• Thrives in agile environments, drives high-quality deliverables, demonstrates effective communication across teams, and shows initiative in problem-solving with peers.
• Ensures safe and efficient operations in alignment with Sustainability Safety Health & Environment (SSHE), Stewardship requirements, and Business Code of Conduct and Ethics Standards.
• Leverages digital and mechanical platforms to collect, analyze, and deliver data on agronomic traits throughout the growing season.
• Collaborates across diverse teams and functions, while establishing and maintaining community partnerships.
• Executes field research equipment training and builds supporting documentation.
• Drives greater than 15,000 business miles annually in a shared company supplied vehicle.

Who You Are

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with equipment operations (such as production agriculture or field research, industrial, construction, automation/IT or similar).
• Thrives on being agile, open to change, and engaged in continuous learning.
• Demonstrated track record of safety and quality.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability and willingness to travel independently in North America up to 75% of the time including overnights and ability to obtain related necessary documentation for travel across North America.
• Demonstrated experience working collaboratively in cross-functional and cross-cultural teams to achieve common goals.
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures for extended periods, including additional shifts and weekends.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability and willingness to work in an indoor production environment and in conditions that require sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods.
• Valid driver's license (Driving record (MVR) will be reviewed and must meet guidelines based on the company's Risk Screening for Hiring Drivers).
• Ability to obtain appropriate driver’s license for medium to heavy vehicle operation (>10,000 lbs. GCWR) without air brake designation and obtain licensing to meet region-specific justifications (US DOT/FMCSA or Transport Canada) including any required specialized licenses to enable the hauling of trailers, product, supplies or equipment in a safe manner.
• Ability to obtain Pesticide Applicators License and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAV) (FAA part 107 Certification).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Life Sciences, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Ten or more years of relevant experience (including post high school academic or industrial experience).
• Experience with precision agriculture hardware and software solutions.
• Experience suggesting continuous improvement and innovation.
• Experience in agricultural research, seed technology industry or plant breeding.
• Experience creating and leading trainings.
• Experience in production agriculture and associated machinery.
• Knowledge of region-specific crop production and farming practices and trends.

Employees can expect to be paid a salary between $58,498.40 to $87,747.60. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Other benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc. If selected for this role, the offer may vary based on market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.

This position will be in Pullman, Washington.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this role.

YOUR APPLICATION

Bayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs. If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Science for a better life, we encourage you to apply now. Be part of something bigger. Be you. Be Bayer.

To all recruitment agencies: Bayer does not accept unsolicited third party resumes.

Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below.

Bayer is an E-Verify Employer.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Location: United States : Washington : Residence Based

Division: Crop Science

Reference Code: 842616

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