Operations Specialist Data Quality

Syngenta Seeds; United States; On-site; USD 66,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

401k with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Education assistance

Job summary

Syngenta Seeds is seeking an Operations Specialist – Data & Quality to safeguard data integrity, ensure process compliance, and drive continuous improvement across field, greenhouse, and cage operations.

This role acts as site quality ambassador, leading quality initiatives, supporting standardization, training third-party contract labor, and partnering with breeding teams to ensure accurate data collection and reliable trial records.

Qualifications

• Candidate must be located in the United States and not require visa sponsorship now or in the future (includes OPT).
• Proficiency in MS Office and database management; strong organizational and planning abilities.
• Excellent communication skills; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Experience with or ability to learn specialized breeding management software and data collection tools.

Responsibilities

• Take data measurements on greenhouse, field, and cage operations (germination, pollination, pre-harvest, seed extraction).
• Act as site quality ambassador to manage protocol compliance, quality and safety.
• Lead process improvement projects and design/train teams.
• Supervise and train contract labor teams up to 5 people; ensure quality and performance metrics.
• Maintain detailed trial and plant metric records; coordinate with operations team.
• Collaborate with breeding teams to coordinate activities and status updates.
• Respond to on-site emergencies and weather-related challenges, including occasional weekends.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and stewardship practices.

Skills

Organizational skills

Planning

Excellent communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Plant Breeding or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Database management

Breeding management software

Data collection tools

Job description

Job Description

The Operations Specialist – Data & Quality is responsible for ensuring data integrity, process compliance, and continuous improvement across field, greenhouse, and cage operations. This role serves as the site quality ambassador, leading quality initiatives, supporting process standardization, and partnering with breeding teams to ensure accurate and reliable data collection.

Accountabilities

• Take data measurements on greenhouse, field, and cage operations such as germination, pollination, pre-harvest, and seed extraction.
• Act as the site quality ambassador to manage compliance with protocols, quality and safety.
• Manage and complete process improvement projects and design and present trainings.
• Communicate with, supervise and train third‑party contract labor teams of up to 5 people, ensuring quality standards and performance metrics are met.
• Maintain detailed records about status of trials and plant metrics, while working closely with the operations team.
• Collaborate with breeding teams and peers to coordinate project activities and communicate status updates.
• Respond to on‑site emergencies and weather‑related challenges, including occasional weekend work as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all safety protocols and stewardship practices.

Qualifications

_ PLEASE NOTE -- Candidates must be already located in the United States and not require visa sponsorship now or in the future (Includes OPT).

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Plant Breeding, Agribusiness, Agronomy, Biology, Horticulture, General Agriculture or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and database management.
• Strong organizational and planning skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Experience with or ability to learn specialized breeding management software and data collection tools.

Additional Information

Salary for this position ranges between $66,400 - $96,000 annually.

What We Offer

• A culture that celebrates belonging and collaboration, 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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