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Operations Manager

Bayer Crop Science is seeking a highly motivated individual to become part of the multi-disciplinary Trait & Pipeline Delivery (TPD) organization. Based out of Carman, Manitoba, the Operations Manager will partner with and support the Site Lead and TPD Team to effectively coordinate and deliver seed processing and production processes to support worldwide evaluation and commercialization of agricultural products. The Operations Manager will also administer and execute projects to ensure compliance, support site safety programs and develop relationships with internal and external partners and key influencers.

Key Tasks:

• Manage the canola seed processing and packaging program at the site
• Recruit, train, supervise and support the growth and development of other employees including seasonal contractors as needed throughout the season
• Assist in the execution of observation and seed production nurseries for canola and soybean
• Support quality and efficiency initiatives benefitting site operations
• Implement HSE procedures and programs for safe operation of the research program
• Maintain facilities and equipment for effective and efficient operation
• Represent Bayer Crop Science and the TPD group on field tours, industry seminars, etc.
• Partner with other Operations Managers or Field Testing Agronomists within the TPD and North America Field Testing Operations teams as well as Scientists and Planning teams

Bayer is committed to a flexible hybrid working environment. This is a 14-month term position based out of Carmen, MB.

What you will do:

• Ensure safe and efficient operation of the research program with respect to budgetary guidelines and expectations.
• Support the site HSE program as it applies to TPD
• Plays a vital role in trial preparation including seed processing, packaging, shipping, protocol review, trial placement and mapping/field design
• Utilize proprietary software and equipment for inventory management, data collection and quality control
• Develop, maintain and implement the use of controlled SOP documents, QMS procedures and investigative protocols
• Comply with all CFIA and Bayer Crop Science regulatory compliance guidelines for handling and shipping of treated and potentially stewarded seed material
• Regular interaction with other Operations Managers, FTA’s, Site Leads, Operations Leads, Planning Managers and Scientists is expected to facilitate efficient trial planning and placement, sharing of ideas and techniques and quick response to scenarios that may arise (e.g. weather or pests affecting trials, logistical issues affecting shipping)

Who you are:

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Agriculture or related field with 1 year/summer agricultural research experience; or Agricultural diploma and 3+ years agricultural research experience
• Experience coordinating/supporting operations for field research or experience in production scheduling
• Operation and maintenance of agricultural research lab equipment
• Effective team leadership qualities including excellent organizational and motivational skills, accurate record keeping and attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills
• Knowledge of basic statistical analysis and experimental field research design principles
• Computer skills related to data acquisition and analysis, proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, and precision agriculture technology
• Appropriate provincial driver’s license
• Ability to work overtime, including managing seasonal overtime of full and part-time staff in accordance with appilcable provincial regulations
• Broad knowledge preferred of Canadian crop production and farming practices, canola, corn and/or soybean agronomy, plant breeding and precision agriculture applications
• First Aid certification, provincial pesticide application licesne and TDG certifications are preferred

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation and rewards package
• Collaborative, diverse and inclusive culture
• Career development and global opportunities
• Work-life flexibility programs such as flex hours, employee discounts, volunteer days, wellness, and other employee offerings

Bayer is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of Inclusion and Diversity. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences and believe that our people are our most valuable asset. The collective sum of individual life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities that our employees invest in their work represents our culture, reputation, and Bayer’s values and purpose.

Learn more about our values and purpose at: https://www.bayer.com/en/ca/canada-our-purpose-values

All referral candidates must first be submitted via our internal referral system by a current Bayer employee in order to participate in the referral program. Once a Bayer employee has successfully referred you in our system, you will receive an automated email with instructions on how to complete your application.

Application Deadline:   May 1, 2024

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Location:

Carman

Division:

Crop Science

Reference Code:

815459

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