Field Production Supervisor - Warmbaths, South Africa - Bayer South Africa
1 week ago
Description
Role purpose
// Plan and coordinates field production activities of pre-commercial and foundation seed with seed
growers and plant operations, in order to meet the seed availability and quality standards required.
Ensures the responsible use of human resources, equipment and materials.
Key responsibilities and tasks
// Plan and coordinate production planning, grower contracting, planting-, detasseling-, harvesting processes, cultivationnactivities that include, fertilizing, weed, insect, irrigation control for foundation seed inbred increases, single cross ma ke-ups and pre-commercial seed productions.
// Support field production for license hybrid parentals.
// Liaise with Africa Foundation Area Field Manager to do grower selection, contracting and crop allocations as well as annual field reviews.
// Responsible for all activities related to the delivery of high-quality foundation seed. This includes but not limited to pre-plant control, roguing (off type removal), harvest moisture control and field sampling.
// Coordination with seed growers to ensure a smooth transition and flow of product from field to plant.
// Lead ESH efforts, provide assistance and arrange for resources to promote safety in field operations.
// Maintain field operational records as required by the QMS management systems.
// Ensure compliance with quality assurance standards and management system set by ISO9001.
// Record field data in Velocity platform, to manage productions effectively.
Experience, Skills and Qualifications
// Minimum a diploma or bachelor's degree in agronomy or 5-year experience in seed production.
// Fluent in English
// MS Office software (Excel, E-mail, Word, Project etc.)
// Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
// Results focused with ability to work on own initiative
// Strong teamwork capability (flexibility to work across the areas and positively influencing others)
// Making informed decisions on a timely manner.
// Sansor field inspection and Phytosanitory certification will be an added advantage
To apply, please kindly follow this link:
Closing date: 20 February 2024
Application Deadline: 2024/02/20
Ability to Commute:
- Bela-Bela, Limpopo (required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Bela-Bela, Limpopo: Relocate before starting work (required)
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