Production Field Technician

SeedQuest; Holtville (CA); In loco; USD 32.000 - 41.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Flexible work arrangements

Well-being programs

Retirement plan with company match

Employee discounts

Descrizione del lavoro

BASF Agricultural Solutions in Holtville, California, is seeking a Production Field Technician to support seed production activities and ensure quality and efficiency on site. The role emphasizes safe operation of equipment, adherence to protocols, and collaboration with farming teams.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, 2–3 years in cultivation, and a pesticide license. English is required, Spanish preferred, with opportunities for growth and a safety-focused work environment.

Competenze

• High School Diploma required.
• 2 to 3 years of experience in cultivation or providing cultivation advice for vegetable crops.
• Ability to obtain pesticide applicators license and stay compliant with regulations.
• Good mechanical skills and ability to maintain/repair production equipment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English; Spanish preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office and general computer literacy.
• Proficiency in forklift operation and ability to maintain forklift certification.

Mansioni

• Assist with all aspects of seed production from soil preparation to harvest.
• Direct and timely control of specific agricultural tasks (stock seed handling, sorting, labeling).
• Occasionally supervise seasonal workers and rogueing crews.
• Operate tractors/harvesting equipment following safety regulations.
• Maintain/repair production equipment and materials.
• Execute spraying for disease control and calculate chemical quantities.
• Participate in irrigation and manual weeding as needed.

Conoscenze

Mechanical skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Forklift operation

English proficiency

Spanish language bonus

Formazione

High School Diploma

Strumenti

Pesticide applicator license

Descrizione del lavoro

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located.

Production Field Technician

Location: Holtville, California, USA

Job ID:143899

Pay Range: $23.04 - $29.74/hr. / Overtime Eligible

We are looking for a Production Field Technician to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Holtville, California.

In this position, you’ll help ensure production activities are executed effectively and according to established protocols, contributing to yield, quality, and production goals. Your work will directly support the reliable delivery of high-quality commercial and stock seed while contributing to the long-term success of our operations.

Welcome to BASF

We are BASF in Agriculture and everything we do, we do for the love of farming, and the biggest job on Earth. We are an internationally successful company of the BASF Group. Our solutions are purpose-designed for different crop systems. Connecting seeds and traits, crop protection products, digital tools and sustainability approaches, to help deliver the best possible outcomes for farmers, growers and our other stakeholders along the value chain. With teams in the lab, field, office and in production, we do everything in our power to build a sustainable future for agriculture.

#ForTheLoveOfFarming #TheBiggestJobOnEarth #AgEmployerOfChoice

Here you can gain more insight into our Vision at BASF Agricultural Solutions!

As a Production Field Technician, you will...

• Assist with all aspects of seed production from soil preparation to harvest
• Direct and timely control of specific agricultural tasks, i.e. load/unload stock seed, roots and blues, identify, mark and/or destroy pollinator plants/rows, sort and box in case of onions the bulbs to assure proper quality, identity and proper delivery
• Occasionally supervise the seasonal workers and rogueing crews
• Operate machinery tractors/harvesting equipment according to purpose and need within specified safety regulations
• Maintain/repair current production equipment and materials
• Execute spraying for disease control in the fields. Calculate the quantity of chemicals needed for the treatment
• Participate in cultural advisement such as irrigation and manual weeding

If you have...

• A High School Diploma
• 2 to 3 years of experience in cultivation or providing cultivation advice for vegetable crops
• Ability to obtain and keep updated pesticide applicators license (stay compliant to law)
• Good mechanical skills, strongly preferred
• Good communication skills, verbal and written
• Strong computer skills (MS Office)
• Proficiency in forklift operation. Ability to maintain forklift certification.
• Proficiency in English, required. Bilingual skills in Spanish, preferred.

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

About us

BASF Agricultural Solutions is a trusted partner to the agricultural industry, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions that help farmers succeed across a wide range of cropping systems. Across North America, our teams work together to address some of agriculture's most important challenges while creating value for customers, communities, and the environment. At BASF, you'll find opportunities to grow your career, collaborate with talented colleagues, and make a meaningful impact through work that matters.

Find out more about our Agricultural Solutions team here .

Our people are at the heart of everything, dedicated to delivering value for our customers every day.

By focusing on enabling our people today and in the future, we will ensure we have the talent and skills needed to succeed.

United by the love of farming, we innovate, collaborate, and strive for the best solutions together, creating connections and driving success as one team. This is how we make an impact. For the love of farming, the biggest job on Earth.

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located.

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