Operations Associate

“WE BUILD TRUST WITH FARMERS AROUND THE WORLD BY SUPPORTING THEM TO SUSTAINABLY IMPROVE THE QUALITY AND FLAVOR OF THEIR PRODUCTION.”

HM.CLAUSE is a Business Unit of Limagrain, an international agricultural co-operative founded and managed by farmers. HM.CLAUSE specializes in the breeding, production, and sale of vegetable seeds. From the world market to the farmer's market, we collaborate with our customers to deliver successful solutions for the agricultural challenges of today and produce the highest quality vegetable seeds for the future. Our global team of experts and state-of-the-art research facilities enable us to work side-by-side with growers to provide the most regionally relevant and reliable vegetable seeds available.

If our mission resonates with your passion, we look forward to your application.

You will be a great fit if you have experience similar to:

Crop Management:

• Execute field grown research and breeding programs to the expectations of the operations, breeding and research staff

• Support the Development of crop specific fertilizer and irrigation protocols in consultation with the Operations Manager that maximize the potential of the breeding programs

• Develop a program to monitor crop nutrition through soil and tissue collection and analysis

• Work alone and with others to ensure that crop protocols and crop management procedures are followed

• Develop pest management program in consultation with Operations Manager and apply labeled pesticides to control weeds, insect pests and diseases.

• Measure and monitor key performance metrics related to both the quality and productivity of crop programs.

• Support routine irrigation, farm and field equipment maintenance and repair activities.

• Support the land preparation process each season and maintain follow fields

• Create a safe working environment on the farms – by encouraging workers to wear the appropriate PPE, use proper lifting technique, and follow direction on posted signs etc.

• Supervise the scouting of fields for insect and disease pest.

• Assist in the Development and maintenance of a program/strategy to protect crop from wildlife.

• Assist in the Development and maintenance of a program for all farm machinery and equipment

• Participate in the Development of a crop rotation schedule for the farm.

Planning and Strategy:

• Conduct weekly crop walks with Station Stakeholders to review crop progress and develop plans to address any variances or opportunities.

• Conduct periodic crop reviews with members of the operations, breeding and research teams to assess success of programs.

• Forecast weekly labor needs and work with others to achieve desired outcomes in an efficient and productive manner.

• Assist Operations Manager in the design, specification, bidding and construction of farm improvements and equipment.

• Assist in the seasonal development of farm layout and planting plans to guarantee crop cycles and timelines are followed.

• Assist in the seasonal development of farm layout and planting plans to guarantee crop cycles and timelines are followed.

Station and Organizational Development and Improvement:

• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and growth for the company.

• Participate in safety meetings provided by the HR and Operations team.

• Participate in weekly staff meetings to share progress and discuss opportunities for improvement.

• Work with others to provide training and development opportunities for all staff members.

• Participate in periodic seminars and educational opportunities to ensure that protocols and crop recipes are up to date.

• Support the development and maintenance of accurate records of all farming activities.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager.

Oversee the supervision and administrative activities for up to 20 contract laborers as needed

To be considered, you will need:

• Bachelor’s degree with at least one year’s field/greenhouse operations experience in a research or production setting.
• Associate of Science’s degree in Agriculture or related field with 3-5 years’ experience
• Knowledge of routine open field growing practices and irrigation requirements.
• Must be able to work as a team member and independently as this position will require some weekend work
• Florida pesticide application license or the ability to get one within 1 year of being employed
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize own work and work of others in the team
• Strong communication, training and supervisory skills.
• Demonstrated computer skills in Word, Excel, Email programs
• Valid Driver’s License required
• English fluency required, Spanish is desired

The rewards of working here: You join an expert team of innovators and creators that collaborate with farmers around the world to sustainably enhance the taste and quality of healthy food. Our goal is to form teams that inspire and learn from each other as they work to elevate our products from seed to table. We recognize our employees as our most valued resource and work to create an atmosphere that is supportive, healthy, and progressive. We promote an environment of wellness and well-being and hybrid schedules when it is appropriate for the position. It is an important and expanding piece of our local and global mission for Diversity & Inclusion programs and support groups in the corporate world.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The position requires working in hot day temperatures with lots of walking.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee may be driving cars, trucks, tractors, forklifts, or other equipment. This position will be exposed to adverse weather conditions. The employee may need to walk on uneven ground, work near equipment or machinery, and may be exposed to vibration or constant movement. The noise level could be moderate to high depending on the work activities taking place at the station. This position has the potential exposure to chemicals such as pesticides.