Seed Orchard Leader: Strategy, Safety & Seed Supply

Weyerhaeuser; Lyons (GA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Weyerhaeuser’s Seed Orchard Manager in Lyons, GA, leads strategic site management for the Lyons Seed Orchard and oversees the Oak Park Seed Orchard. The role drives annual plans, safety programs, budgeting, and team development to deliver a reliable seed supply.

The position requires a strong background in forestry/agriculture with 4+ years of related experience, excellent leadership, and collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Forestry, Agriculture Engineering, Soil Science, or Agronomy with at least four years of related experience.
• Role model of safe work practices with willingness to intervene when unsafe behavior is observed.
• Desire to inspire and lead a diverse team to achieve and exceed expectations.
• Willingness to live within one hour of the Lyons Seed Orchard.
• Excellent communication, time-management, and negotiation skills.
• Solid business and financial understanding, including P&L drivers, budgeting, administration, and capital implementation.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic site management, including environmental, health, and safety programs.
• Execute the annual orchard management plan, including establishment, controlled mass pollination, protection, maintenance, and cone harvest.
• Lead and develop Weyerhaeuser employees and contractors.
• Manage budgeting, purchasing, site maintenance, security, contracts, permits, and licenses.
• Develop equipment and facility maintenance schedules and capital replacement plans.
• Build strong partnerships with Seed Orchard Managers and the Tree Improvement team.
• Support Lyons seed inventory and monitor container seedling development at nearby growing facilities.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Budgeting

Safety leadership

Planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Forestry/Agri/Soil/Agronomy

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Weyerhaeuser’s Seed Orchard Manager in Lyons, GA, leads strategic site management for the Lyons Seed Orchard and oversees the Oak Park Seed Orchard. The role drives annual plans, safety programs, budgeting, and team development to deliver a reliable seed supply.

The position requires a strong background in forestry/agriculture with 4+ years of related experience, excellent leadership, and collaboration across teams.