Seed Production Specialist

South Dakota Ag Connection; Aberdeen, Northern (SD, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Vylor, Inc. is seeking a Seed Production Specialist in Aberdeen, SD to lead the soybean purification nursery from start to finish, including trial creation, planting, purification, harvest, and seed processing.

You will support field testing across corn, soybean, and wheat projects, operate research equipment, collect data, and supervise seasonal staff while maintaining strict safety standards.

Qualifications

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, or related field preferred; hands-on experience acceptable.
• Ability to safely operate agricultural or research field equipment and small research machinery.
• Strong data collection, record-keeping, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support production of high-quality soybean seed and lead the purification nursery from start to finish.
• Operate field equipment, collect data, manage plots, and assist in harvest and seed processing.
• Supervise seasonal staff and ensure safety and protocol compliance.

Skills

Seed production

Field operations

Data collection

Safety conscious

Team leadership

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Agronomy or Crop Science

Tools

UAV operation

Research equipment

Job description

**Join Vylor—Powering the Future of Agriculture**? At Vylor, we're advancing agriculture through breakthrough science—combining elite germplasm, cutting-edge biotech, and next-generation expertise in gene editing and molecular breeding. Our portfolio includes trusted industry brands like Pioneer , Brevant , and Hoegemeyer , delivering performance farmers rely on.? Join us to help scale innovation globally and shape what's next in crop science.We have an exciting opportunity for a **Seed Production Specialist** at our Aberdeen, SD location The Aberdeen team is small and collaborative, with a friendly work atmosphere. As a Seed Production Specialist, you will be a key contributor to a variety of activities at the Aberdeen Research Center. You will play a key role in the development and evaluation of new seed products, traits, and research technologies while supporting field testing activities across our corn, soybean, and wheat projects.In this role, you will be responsible for the soybean purification nursery—from trial creation and planting to purification activities, harvest, and seed processing. This position is ideal for a hands-on and detail-oriented individual that is passionate about advancing superior seed products.**Responsibilities - What You'll Do:*** Support production of high-quality soybean seed. + Lead the soybean purification nursery from start to finish. This trial will require someone who can operate a small research combine, collect accurate data/notes, have sound field agronomics, operate UAV, implement purification strategies, process, treat, and ship seed. Individuals need to have the ability to work outside in an agricultural field setting.* Participate in seasonal seed handling operations, including sorting, transferring, and verifying planting containers.* Operate agricultural and research equipment used in planting, crop management, data collection, and harvest operations.* Collect, manage, and verify high-quality research data while ensuring compliance with established protocols and data quality standards.* Supervise and direct seasonal employees, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with established protocols.* Support or lead various research center activities such as experiment planning, trial placement, plot mapping, plot planting, plot maintenance, data collection, data quality, plot management, and machine harvesting.* Comply with all applicable seed stewardship requirements. This may include activities such as trial monitoring, program documentation, and equipment cleanout.* Maintain organized and accurate seed inventories.* Demonstrate Vylor''s Core Values through ethical conduct, professionalism, and collaborative teamwork.* Support and help manage applicable site safety standards, ensuring field activities are planned and executed with safety as the top priority.* Reinforce a proactive safety culture by identifying risks, supporting hazard mitigation, promoting safe work behaviors, and leading site safety initiatives for employees, contractors, and visitors.**Qualifications- What You'll Need:*** Associate's or bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, or a related field is preferred, but relevant hands-on experience in agricultural research, field operations, crop production, or related work may be substituted.* Proficiency with standard Microsoft Office applications, with the ability to learn and effectively use internal Vylor software systems.* Ability to safely and efficiently operate agricultural or research field equipment.* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team* Positive, team first mentality* Strong safety mindset with a proven commitment to maintaining a safe work environment. Ability to lead by example, conduct work safely around agricultural equipment and field operations, ensure compliance with safety procedures and regulations, identify and address potential hazards, and promote accountability for safety among team members, contractors, and seasonal staff.* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build productive working relationships across the team* High attention to detail, self-motivation, and ability to initiate and execute projects, process improvements, decision-making, and problem-solving activities.* Ability to perform physical labor and work outdoors in varying environmental and ergonomic conditions. Must be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds.* Flexibility to work extended hours, weekends, and occasional holidays during critical planting, harvesting, and other peak workload periods. Occasional overnight travel and additional travel may be required.* Valid driver''s license, acceptable driving record, and ability to operate pickup and bumper pull trailer combinations.**\\*\\*\\*Please note there is no visa sponsorship or relocation assistance provided for this role.****Benefits - How We'll Support You:*** Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills* Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place* Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment* Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays* Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father* Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program* Learn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva Benefits* Check out life at Vylor! https://www.linkedin.com/company/vylorgenetics/Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team. ### *Corteva announced to separate our current advanced seed and genetics business to establish a standalone company, operating as Vylor, Inc. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to legal requirements and board approval. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the separation, you would be an employee of Vylor, Inc. and your employment would be governed by Vylor, Inc. employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by Vylor, Inc. at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.* ### Vylor is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.