Seed Production Agronomist

Syngenta Group • Lone Tree, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Supports all phases of seed production for assigned growers, from contracting through delivery, to provide the facility with a high-quality, reliable, and timely seed supply. The role operates within an HSE-first culture and contributes to continuous improvement in production quality and field practices. It executes agronomic production plans developed by senior team members and communicates directed adjustments to growers, while developing agronomic judgment through coaching and continuous learning.

The position is predominantly field-based during the growing season and involves walking fields in varied terrain and all weather conditions, including dusty and hot environments. It requires availability to work up to seven days per week during planting, detasseling, inspection, and harvest, extensive vehicle travel during peak seasons, and the ability to lift up to 70 pounds.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Less than 3 years of experience in seed production, agronomy, or field crop management.
• Basic knowledge of corn, soybean, and field-crop production and crop physiology.
• Ability to identify common pests, diseases, and nutrient deficiencies.
• Accurate data collection and documentation skills.
• Grower communication skills.
• WPS and HSE awareness.
• Proficiency with precision agriculture, GPS mapping, and production-data platforms.
• Adaptability to changing field conditions.
• Ability to walk seed production fields in varied terrain and all weather conditions, including dusty and hot environments.
• Availability to work up to 7 days per week during planting, detasseling, inspection, and harvest.
• Ability to travel extensively by vehicle during peak seasons.
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Plant Science, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Support grower recruitment, onboarding, and contract administration under the guidance of senior agronomists.
• Conduct regular field scouting and crop monitoring; document observations and report findings to the production lead.
• Assist with detasseling, rouging, and pollination-management planning and coordination where applicable.
• Collect field data, including stand counts, disease and pest observations, purity inspections, and yield estimates.
• Support harvest planning and logistics coordination with growers and site personnel.
• Assist with parent-seed inventory allocation and variety distribution to seed producers.
• Execute agronomic production plans developed by senior team members and communicate directed adjustments to growers.
• Coordinate with growers on agronomic inputs in line with production specifications.
• Support bin-sampling activities in accordance with QMS requirements and maintain field records compliant with WPS and EPA requirements.
• Assist with grower contract execution, field mapping, state seed certification management, and production-system data entry.
• Use agronomic technology to record and track field activity.
• Support continuous improvement and mentor Production Technicians.
• Build AI literacy while applying governance, data protection, quality controls, and human accountability.
• Maintain accurate, timely field documentation and respond effectively to changing growing conditions.
• Build constructive grower relationships and execute direction with attention to quality, safety, and specifications.

Benefits

• Flexible work options.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on the first day.
• 401k plan with company match.
• Profit sharing and retirement savings contribution.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• Maternity and paternity leave.
• Education assistance.
• Wellness programs.
• Corporate discounts.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED