Corn Research Associate Job at Stine Seed Company (Adel)

Corn Research Associate

Stine Seed Company

Location:
United States , Adel

Category:
Research and Development

Contract Type:
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Salary:

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Job Description:

Stine Seed Company, the nation’s largest independent seed company, is seeking talented individuals for the position of Corn Research Associate at its facility near Adel, Iowa. This is an excellent opportunity to grow with one of the industry’s most respected corn and soybean seed companies. As a Stine team member, you will perform a variety of tasks associated with developing new improved corn varieties. Including seed preparation and field activities that will evolve with each season. You should be hard-working and self-directed. Some overnight travel is possible.

Job Responsibility:

Communicate effectively verbally and in writing with team members and crew leaders
Preparation, sorting, cleaning, automated packaging, and labeling of seed for plots and nurseries
Knowledge/willing to learn operation and maintenance of a corn plot planter
Knowledge/willing to learn operation of a corn combine for yield trial data
Willing and able to spray crops, maintain sprayer and equipment
Willing to apply or have pesticide applicator certification
Willing and able to observe and collect plant data notes
Willing to learn hand pollination and harvesting in nursery
Willing and able to work routine weekends during peak seasons. Peak season is seven days per week and includes travel to other states during summer months
Ability to work in an organized and safe manner independently
Ability to perform multiple tasks and coordinate activities
Warehousing activities may include forklift operation
Various other duties as assigned

Requirements:

You are a strong team member, self-starter with systematic decision making, problem solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to work independently
You have an interest in agronomic research
You have a High School diploma/GED, Associate of Applied Science, Associate of Science, B.S., or Bachelor’s degree in agronomy
You must possess a valid driver's license and may be required to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) in the future
Willing and able to work in a variety of areas, (field, warehouse, and office)
Willing and able to stand and sit for extended periods
Willing and able to work both outdoors and indoors in hot, cold, wet, and dry conditions
Willing and able to lift to 50 lbs. and complete work that involves repetitive motion and/or repetitive lifting
Willing and able to work overtime hours including weekend work required during seasonal peaks. This includes overnight trips to off-site locations and additional travel as necessary at off-site locations
You have strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
You have computer skills, working knowledge of MS programs including (Excel, Word, Outlook) a benefit
You have knowledge of safety and environmental regulations

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