Greenhouse Research Associate II

As a member of the Beck’s Family of employees, all full-time employees are eligible for a generous benefits package:

• Health benefits including two medical plan options and company HSA contributions, dental, vision, employer paid life/AD&D for you and your dependents, disability insurance, and access to an onsite Nurse Practitioner
• 401k plan match & company sponsored pension plan and access to a Financial Advisor to help you manage your retirement savings 
• Paid time off, Paid Holidays, Wellness Programs, & Corporate Discounts 
• Company Christmas Party, Free Lunch, & Much More

Responsibilities

• Seed packaging and organizing prior to planting.
• Corn pollinating and detasseling in the greenhouses.
• Assist in implementing research programs.
• Shelling and packaging greenhouse seed.
• Keeping seed lab organized and clean.
• Assist with the planting of the greenhouses.
• Perform other related duties as may be required by the Trait Operations Manager or Assistant Greenhouse Manager.

Job Requirements

1. Education and training:

• B.S. in an agricultural or horticultural discipline plus 2 years of appropriate experience producing plants in a greenhouse environment.
• Have, or be able to obtain, pesticide applicator’s license.
• Pay attention to detail and manage work to high quality standards.
• Possess positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Ability to establish priorities, work independently, work as a team member, and proceed with objectives without supervision.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and insurable driving record as determined by Beck’s automobile insurance policy.
• Pesticide Applicator License required.

1. Technical knowledge:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of knowledge about plant growth and development, insect and disease control, fertility and irrigation management systems.
• Ability to establish priorities, work independently, work as a team member, and proceed with objectives without supervision.
• Excellent computer and current software skills.

       3. Physical demands:

• Ability to safely lift up to 40 pounds.
• Exposure to inclement outdoor weather conditions which may include heat, cold, rain and sun.
• Ability to stand and sit for several hours at a time.

1. Experience:

• 2 years of appropriate experience producing plants in a greenhouse environment.

** In an effort to provide a safer, drug-free workplace for employees, all full-time applicants to whom offers of employment are made must submit to a drug test and background check, subject to applicable local, state, or federal laws or regulations. Employment at Beck's is contingent upon passing these pre-employment screenings.