Greenhouse Technician Kimberly

KWS SAAT SE•Kimberly, ID

6d•$3,794•Hybrid

About The Position

The Greenhouse Technician assists the greenhouse manager and senior technicians in all aspects of greenhouse operations, including hand crossing, seed multiplication, seedling production, leaf tissue sampling, and record keeping in support of breeding programs. This role also involves supervising and training employees and temporary workers to adhere to quality standards and protocols.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Experience or knowledge working in Microsoft Applications (i.e. Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook)
Valid Driver’s License
Ability to work variable hours, including occasional weekends as required by the business
Ability to work independently as a self-starter as well as in a large group
Ability to work flexibly between (3) locations and various project cycles
Ability to collaborate and communicate with immediate team members, Breeders, and various Station teams
Excellent organizational and communication skills with consistent attention to detail and accuracy

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor's degree in the following: Agriculture, Horticulture, Plant Science, Ecology, Biology, or Natural Sciences
1+ years’ experience in a research greenhouse environment
Bilingual skills (English/Spanish)
Forklift experience

Responsibilities

Execute all aspects of sugarbeet seedling production; including soil media preparation, planting, transplanting, plant selections, staging, and handover.
Conduct hand crosses in the greenhouse according to Breeders’ specifications; including soil media preparation, plant selections, planting, removal of pollen (emasculations), pollinations, and seed harvest.
Conduct marker orders and leaf tissue sampling; staking and sampling.
Organize and conduct daily plant health maintenance; including insect and disease scouting, fertilizing, watering, and pruning at all locations.
Accurately maintain records for all activities; including transplanting and planting inventories, selection list, DNA harvest lists, seed harvest lists, and seedling staging lists.
Assist in training for seasonal employees and staff.
Aid other station groups as needed.
Ensure safety policies and personal protective equipment is used correctly.
Ensure Company Handbook, Rules, Guidelines and Procedures are followed.
Meet attendance requirements outlined in the Company Handbook.
Occasionally travel and/or drive on behalf of the business.
Other duties as assigned.