Job Description

At Bayer we\'re visionaries, driven to solve the world\'s toughest challenges and striving for a world where ,Health for all, Hunger for none\' is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We\'re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining \'impossible\'. There are so many reasons to join us. If you\'re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there\'s only one choice.Seed Processing Research AssociateThe Research Associate will primarily be responsible for supporting onsite seed processing operations and field nursery activities at the Carman, MB site.Bayer is committed to a flexible hybrid working environment. This is a 12-month employee term position, based out of Carman, Manitoba.What you will do:

• Provide multi-disciplinary and seasonal support to canola seed processing operations including shipping, receiving, inventory, seed treating and packaging and process optimization
• Supervision and training of temporary contract employees performing seed processing or field harvesting operations
• Assist in various aspects of the canola and soybean field nursery programs including equipment preparation, field maintenance, agronomic note collection, and seed processing
• Actively participate in the site safety, quality management and process improvement programs
• Maintain equipment and facilities for safe and effective operation

Who you are:

• Diploma or BSc in Agriculture or similar field with minimum 1 year related experience
• Familiarity with manufacturing and/or seed research methodologies
• Previous growthroom, plot research or seed processing experience
• Effective English verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of applications
• Given the nature of the work, flexibility to work overtime if needed during peak periods in spring and fall seasons
• Willing to work with pesticide
• Valid Manitoba driver\'s license

Desired Skills/Experience:

• Experience in supervising or coaching others
• Possess a Manitoba pesticide applicators license or have the ability to obtain one
• Knowledge of precision farming equipment and applications

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation and rewards package
• Collaborative, diverse and inclusive culture
• Career development and global opportunities
• Work-life flexibility programs such as flex hours, employee discounts, volunteer days, wellness, and other employee offerings

Bayer is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of Inclusion and Diversity. We embrace and encourage our employees\' differences and believe that our people are our most valuable asset. The collective sum of individual life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities that our employees invest in their work represents our culture, reputation, and Bayer\'s values and purpose.All referral candidates must first be submitted via our internal referral system by a current Bayer employee in order to participate in the referral program. Once a Bayer employee has successfully referred you in our system, you will receive an automated email with instructions on how to complete your application.Application Deadline: August 1, 2024Bayer welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Candidates participating in our selection process requiring accommodation due to a disability or medical need are encouraged to notify the Bayer representative that they will be meeting with to ensure appropriate arrangements can be made.Location:Canada : Manitoba : CarmanDivision:Crop ScienceReference Code:821878

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