Farm Team Lead - Acampo, Ca

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Description
Where the Chemistry Happens
Together and in collaboration with partners we are eager to improve our vegetable varieties and solutions for our customers, the vegetable value chain and consumers worldwide. We take pride in reaching more than 500 million consumers every day through our seeds and customers. With more than 2,100 employees in 42 countries we are highly motivated to contribute to a healthier and sustainable world.
The Farm Team Lead is responsible to manage crop growing, performing agronomical operations and all related activities supporting Research & Development (R&D) at our Acampo, CA site.
The position will contribute to develop and implement technologies that anticipate the evolving needs of the Vegetable Seeds R&D function. The position is constantly looking for optimizing the efficiency and effectiveness of the work at the farm
As a Farm Team Lead, you create chemistry by...

Monitoring and managing the people involved in crop management. Coordinating and working with the farm and greenhouse operations team for crop management Establishing a strong and constructive relationship with internal clients through regular discussions and field visits to ensure optimal services Ensuring that Farm protocols and work practices at site conform to global Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) , Responsible Care (RC) implementation standards, Hygiene and Stewardship policies and local laws and regulations Participating in the planning and monitoring of Farm OpEx budget. Proactively communicates gaps between planned activities vs. realized output to supervisor Coordinating Farm Technician activities on site as well as other locations with internal costumers

Qualifications - BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent
Your formula for success...

Bachelor's degree in agriculture or similar fields Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in the areas of farm, agriculture, crop management Experience in coordinating a team Relevant understanding and application of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) and Responsible Care (RC) principles and regulations preferred Proficient digital/technical skills including computer skills Knowledge on farm equipment operation and maintenance; crop protection; field and greenhouse irrigation and plant nutrition principles; farm safety principles Basic knowledge of seed production preferred Fluent in English and at least intermediate speaking Spanish

You @ BASF
At BASF you get more than just compensation, Medical & Dental. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. That's what we call you@BASF. Our Periodic Table of Benefits includes some additional perks below for starters...

Flexible Work Arrangements whenever possible Retirement Benefits Maternity/Paternity Leave, Infertility & Adoption reimbursement Mentoring & Development Programs Employee Discounts Pet insurance Matching Donations to your favorite cause Access to our BASF Wine Cellar

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BASF is committed to pay transparency practices. The competitive base pay range for this role is $85,920 - $118,140. Actual pay will be determine based on education, certifications, experience, and other job-related factor permitted by law.
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A unique total offer: you@BASF
At BASF you get more than just compensation. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. That's what we call you@BASF. Click here to learn more.
A unique total offer: you@BASF
At BASF you get more than just compensation. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. That's what we call you@BASF. Click here to learn more.
At BASF, we believe that people are the key to our long-term success and that talent is in everyone.
We thrive on giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfil personal ambitions...that's how we create chemistry. #belongatBASF
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