Field Research Technician — Agriculture & Plant Trials

KWS SAAT SE; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 28,930,000 - 35,818,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Flexible PTO

Professional training and development

International team

Job summary

KWS Seeds, LLC in Kimberly, ID is seeking a permanent full-time Farming Station Technician to join our agricultural research team. You will create or execute work plans for trial activities including planting, irrigation, pest control, ratings and harvest, while maintaining accurate records and adhering to quality and trialing protocols.

You will operate proprietary data collection software, run planting and harvest equipment, train seasonal workers, ensure safety and regulatory documentation,

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in agriculture, greenhouse or plot research or equivalent.
• Ability to work variable hours as needed.
• Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving history.
• Ability to work independently and within a team with flexibility.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Strong computer skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Create or execute work plans for plant material to ensure setup and planting arrangement is accurate.
• Operate the required proprietary software for data collection.
• Operate planting and harvest equipment and related proprietary technology.
• May train or supervise seasonal workers and coordinate schedules.
• Ensure detailed records of activities and regulatory documentation.
• Assist with equipment and vehicle maintenance.
• Maintain adherence to due dates for trial completion.
• Apply pesticides to field sites as needed.
• Utilize spreadsheets to analyze work plans and make recommendations.
• Maintain ability to drive company vehicles.

Skills

Agriculture experience

Record keeping

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Proprietary data software

Job description

KWS Seeds, LLC in Kimberly, ID is seeking a permanent full-time Farming Station Technician to join our agricultural research team. You will create or execute work plans for trial activities including planting, irrigation, pest control, ratings and harvest, while maintaining accurate records and adhering to quality and trialing protocols.

You will operate proprietary data collection software, run planting and harvest equipment, train seasonal workers, ensure safety and regulatory documentation,