Beck's Hybrids · 5 months ago
Research Associate
Olivia, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid LevelBeck's Hybrids is seeking a Research Associate to join their Research Department. The primary responsibility of this role includes conducting mini-strip and replicated testing, coordinating logistics, and maintaining plots to ensure they meet company standards.
Agriculture
Responsibilities
Coordinate plot locations and logistics with plot cooperators
Measuring and setting flags
Working with cooperators to ensure proper seedbed preparation, fertility program and weed control
Prepare seed for mini-strip and replicated testing
Transporting planting equipment to outlying locations
Ensuring plots are planted as directed by the Testing Site Lead
Stand counts, early vigor, and plot ratings
Flowering data
Physical characteristics (Plant and ear heights, etc)
Disease evaluation and agronomic notes
Work with cooperators to ensure plots are maintained to Beck’s Hybrids’ standards
Apply fertilizer, herbicide, and insecticide as needed
Transport harvest equipment to outlying locations
Collect fall agronomic notes (stability, plant integrity, etc)
Conduct harvest of mini-strip and replicated plots
Ensure machinery is maintained to Beck’s Hybrids’ standards to minimize downtime
Diagnose and make repairs as needed
Some duties may include reporting notes, harvest data, and preparation of yield reports for Beck’s Product Development Staff
Inventory incoming shipments
Organize and stage outgoing shipments
Load/unload trucks as needed
Perform seed deliveries as needed
Aid in isolated corn block, nursery, and winter nursery work
Supervise full time employees, part time employees, and interns that report to the Research Associates as needed
Work in other areas of Beck’s Hybrids’ operations as directed by the Testing Site Lead to ensure efficient site operations
Qualification
Required
Minimum of high school diploma or GED equivalent
Class A CDL required
Pesticide applicator license or the ability to obtain
Must possess and maintain valid driver's license and insurable driving record as determined by Beck's automobile insurance policy
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Possess strong agronomic and mechanical skills
Possess positive attitude
Ability to establish priorities, work independently, work as a team member, and proceed with objectives without supervision
Skill to use personal computer and various software packages
Ability to pass DOT physical examination and obtain Medical Examiner's Certificate is required
Overnight travel is required
Must be able to lift up to 70 pounds unassisted
In an effort to provide a safer, drug-free workplace for employees, all full-time applicants to whom offers of employment are made must submit to a drug test and background check, subject to applicable local, state, or federal laws or regulations. Employment at Beck's is contingent upon passing these pre-employment screenings
Preferred
Advanced degree preferred
Field Research and/or Agriculture experience preferred
Previous experience with replicated test plots preferred
Previous experience with operating combine harvesters preferred
Benefits
Health benefits including two medical plan options and company HSA contributions, dental, vision, employer paid life/AD&D for you and your dependents, disability insurance, and access to an onsite Nurse Practitioner
401k plan match & company sponsored pension plan and access to a Financial Advisor to help you manage your retirement savings
Paid time off, Paid Holidays, Wellness Programs, & Corporate Discounts
Company Christmas Party, Free Lunch, Two-Hundred Dollar Merchandise Allowance, & Much More
Company
Beck's Hybrids
Beck's is the largest family-owned retail seed company and the third-largest seed brand in the U.S., dedicated to serving farmers throughout the Midwest and Mid-South.
Founded in 1937
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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