Seed Production Agronomist: Field Leader for High Yields

Vylor Inc.; Reinbeck (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

Job summary

Vylor Inc. is seeking a Production Agronomist for our Reinbeck, Iowa corn location. You will manage field production processes, lead teams, and coordinate with growers to ensure high-quality yields.

In this on-site role, you will oversee planning, logistics, safety, and compliance, while applying agronomic expertise to optimize crop performance and data-driven decision making. A bachelor's in agronomy or related field and basic software skills are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in agronomy, agribusiness, or related discipline.
• Has at least one year of experience in agronomy, field science, agribusiness, or related field.
• General seed production knowledge and sound agricultural practices.
• Strong organization, prioritization, and time management skills.
• Able to adapt to a fast-paced environment and change.
• Experience leading and developing teams.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and related software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee acreage planning, strategy, logistics, education and resource allocation for field activities.
• Coach contracted seed growers on agronomic improvement opportunities to enhance yields and seed quality.
• Keep abreast of current agronomic practices, government programs, and environmental issues in seed production.
• Work with government certifying agencies to ensure all standards are met.
• Participate in strategic planning, budgetary, safety, quality and workforce issues.
• Establish relationships with internal and external partners.
• Serve as a technical expert across nutrient and herbicide recommendations, IPM, harvest, etc.
• Meet targeted yields, data collection and planning parameters as directed.
• Establish and support performance goals aligned with business strategy.
• Sponsor projects, timelines, and deliverables to ensure productivity.
• Promote safety and environmentally sound practices.
• Evaluate local competitive seed environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Organization

Safety awareness

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in agronomy, agribusiness, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Vylor Inc. is seeking a Production Agronomist for our Reinbeck, Iowa corn location. You will manage field production processes, lead teams, and coordinate with growers to ensure high-quality yields.

In this on-site role, you will oversee planning, logistics, safety, and compliance, while applying agronomic expertise to optimize crop performance and data-driven decision making. A bachelor's in agronomy or related field and basic software skills are expected.