Syngenta · 1 day ago
NA Operations Specialist
Slater, IA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expSyngenta is one of the world’s largest developers and producers of seed for farmers and growers. The NA Operations Specialist plays a crucial role in driving operational transformation by standardizing practices and improving efficiency across regional nursery operations.
AgricultureFarming
Responsibilities
Develop, document, and maintain standardized procedures that ensure consistent implementation of best practices across all regional sites
Conduct process mapping and value stream analysis to identify bottlenecks, redundancies, and improvement opportunities in field operations across multiple locations
Implement operational excellence principles to optimize field operations, reduce variability, and improve quality outcomes throughout the region
Design and deploy standardized data collection protocols that ensure consistency, accuracy, and timeliness of critical phenotypic data across all regional sites
Lead cross-functional process improvement teams to address complex operational challenges and implement innovative solutions that can be scaled across the region
Facilitate regular cross-site collaboration forums to share process improvements, troubleshoot implementation challenges, and drive operational excellence throughout the region
Qualification
Required
B.S. in Agriculture, Crop Science, Biology, Genetics, Plant Breeding, Plant Physiology, or related field
5+ years of experience in nursery operations or seed research or related industry
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage with diverse audiences
Ability to lead and influence key stakeholders through challenges and opportunities; facilitates solutions across geographical boundaries
Strong analytical skills with demonstrated critical thinking across complex situations involving multiple variables and sites
Competence in advanced analytics leading the deployment of new tools and processes region wide
Results orientation with proven ability to manage multiple projects/priorities simultaneously while maintaining quality standards
Willingness to travel as needed to visit nursery sites, attend conferences, and engage with industry partners
Benefits
Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day.
401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution.
Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits.
Company
Syngenta
Syngenta is an agriculture company provides products and solutions to help farmers achieve global food security for a growing population. It is a sub-organization of Syngenta Group.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.97MKey Investors
Scottish Enterprise
2025-05-29Grant· $2.97M
2016-02-04Acquired
2000-11-13IPO
Leadership Team
Fabio Neufeld
Head of Financial Solutions
Jean Albert
Global Head Crop Protection R&D Technology Acquisition & Collaboration Management
Recent News
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