Horticulture Manager

Corteva Agriscience • Waimea, HI

1d • $80,000 - $94,000

About The Position

Corteva Agriscience has an opportunity to join our team on Kaua’i, Hawai’i as a Horticulture Manager. This position supervises the seedling team at the Trait Integration shadehouses and is responsible for organizing and executing plantings, coordinating leaf-sampling for genotyping, and selecting top progeny. Applicants must have knowledge of plant biology and/or horticulture and be interested in working both indoors and in the field. $1,000 SIGN ON BONUS! Please note: there is no visa sponsorship or relocation assistance provided for this role. What You'll Do: Manage the day-to-day activities in the Trait Integration shadehouse operation with a focus on seedlings. This includes organizing and supervising plantings, collecting data, coordinating with the sampling team, and selecting top-progeny. Supervise full-time employees and contingent workers, ensuring work is performed in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with protocols and regulations. Work collaboratively with other managers to meet the quality, quantity, and timeline targets. Promote positive work attitudes and harmonious relations. Willing and able to work flexible schedules and weekends during peak periods when required Support all Hawaii Research center-wide goals and support other projects when needed

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or Certificate in biology, botany, plant breeding, agriculture, or related plant science field with two to four years related experience. Minimum of four years related experience
• Alternatively, equivalent levels of relevant education and experience
• Ability to manage people as part of a larger, culturally diverse group
• Plant biology, agronomy or horticulture
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Understand and be able to apply Mendelian genetics
• Organization and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and priorities
• Ability to bend, reach, and lift repetitively. Occasionally required to carry 20-50 lbs
• Tolerance, willingness, and ability to work in warm conditions and variable environments
• Computer competency and experience with MS Office- Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook.
• Valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

• Experience in tropical agriculture and/or horticultural operations
• Comfortable with large, complex databases

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day activities in the Trait Integration shadehouse operation with a focus on seedlings. This includes organizing and supervising plantings, collecting data, coordinating with the sampling team, and selecting top-progeny.
• Supervise full-time employees and contingent workers, ensuring work is performed in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with protocols and regulations.
• Work collaboratively with other managers to meet the quality, quantity, and timeline targets.
• Promote positive work attitudes and harmonious relations.
• Willing and able to work flexible schedules and weekends during peak periods when required
• Support all Hawaii Research center-wide goals and support other projects when needed

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees