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Operations Associate - Whitestown, Indiana 

Operations Associate

Operations Associate is responsible for executing daily operations and works with internal groups to design, execute and oversee the North America Plant Breeding’s Research and Development efforts.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Accountable for safe and timely delivery of quality supply based on production schedules while maintaining an efficient operation.  Perform duties in a manner that support overall site Key Metrics to include Safety; Quality, TIP (total individual volume performance), TOP (total overall volume performance), and cost efficiency;
• Organize and execute upon research protocols and operational plans for site's day-to-day priorities;
• Responsible for the implementation of unique and innovative technology solutions designed to improve research design and operations success by new tools and methodologies to improve overall plant breeding;
• Offers direction and coaching to site staff as a member of a team that is expected to get results through influencing others, personal proficiency and modeling company values;
• Collaborate with team members and project leaders to make tactical decisions delivering pipeline innovations in support of the Breeding Outcomes;
• Influential within org and with external partners, leading projects/initiatives at hub and across network, working independently, expert in particular areas, solid network, provide innovative solutions, high technical abilities, plan/direct/coordinate activities of others, and serve as mentor;
• Accountable for business unit or project results through leadership and coordination across site strategy, prioritizing and monitoring projects to ensure completion within deadlines and budgets;
• Leads activities within the surrounding community to foster positive community relations and outreach efforts;
• Ensures visibility and resolution of production pipeline challenges;
• Engage with site leadership to ensure an aligned vision for optimal future state and reports on measurable items, such as milestones and deliverables;
• Demonstrates subject matter expertise and autonomy in task execution. Proficiency across multiple machine platforms, tools, technologies, and workflows. Proactively takes initiative; influences and drives actions.

WHO YOU ARE:

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree;
• Valid Driver's License required, in order to be eligible to drive a company car, your driving record must meet guidelines based on the company’s Risk Screening for Hiring Drivers – MVR will be reviewed as part of pre-employment screening.
• Availability to meet overtime demands, including occasional work on weekends and holidays.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preferred degree disciplines: Agriculture, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Business, Engineering;
• 5+ years of work-related experience in agriculture, supply chain, or manufacturing;
• Ability to critically think about the business;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;

Job will be posted through September 25, 2025.

Employees can expect to be paid a salary between $72,276.80 - $108,415.20. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant).  Other benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc. If selected for this role, the offer may vary based on market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.