Corteva Agriscience has an opportunity in Waimea, Kaua’i, Hawai’i, to lead horticultural operations for Doubled Haploid production in maize. The Horticultural Supervisor is responsible for shadehouses and associated areas ensuring that work is performed effectively, efficiently, and safely. The position coordinates and oversees activities to ensure that the quality, quantity, and timeline targets for project deliverables are met in support of breeding programs globally. Candidates must have knowledge of plant biology, experience with horticulture or agriculture, and be able to manage people. This position supervises a team through line managers and coordinates activities with other departments or groups.
$1,500 SIGN ON BONUS!
***Please note: there is no visa sponsorship or relocation assistance provided for this role.
What You'll Do:
Lead all shadehouse operations, including:
Plant nutrition, irrigation, and pest management.
Planting, transplanting, pollination, and harvesting.
Operation and maintenance of horticultural equipment.
Apply genotypic and phenotypic data to ensure the correct plants are selected.
Coordinate with Core Group to ensure smooth workload management and efficient capacity use.
Supervise, evaluate, and mentor reports, ensuring work is performed in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with protocols and regulations.
Ensure daily activities are well organized.
Keep databases up-to-date.
Proactively communicate and coordinate with team, stakeholders, and internal customers.
Design and implement process improvements.
Willing and able to work flexible schedules, holidays, and weekends during peak periods when required.
Support all Hawaii Research Center goals and support other projects when needed.
What Skills You Need:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in biology, agronomy, horticulture, plant breeding, or related plant-science field.
Four years related experience.
Alternatively, equivalent levels of relevant education and experience.
Horticulture or plant biology and physiology.
Experience and knowledge of growing crops from seed to harvest in a pot.
Ability to manage people effectively as part of a larger, culturally diverse group.
Knowledge of Mendelian and molecular genetics.
Computer competency: tablets, PCs, Microsoft Office, internal programs, etc.
Eager to constantly evaluate, innovate, and improve processes.
Organization and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and priorities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Tolerance, willingness, and ability to work in warm or cold conditions and variable environments.
Valid driver’s license.
Benefits – How We’ll Support You:
Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills
Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place
Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment
Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays
Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father
Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program
Learn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva Benefits
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Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.
This reflects a reasonable estimate of the targeted base salary for this role. This role is also eligible for an annual bonus. Based on factors such as geographic location and candidate qualifications, actual base pay is determined when an employment offer is made.
Corteva Agriscience is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.