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Syngenta Seeds

PR

Company Description About Syngenta At Syngenta Seeds Field Crops, we're shaping the future of ... This role will manage a team of 3-4 personnel to execute all TE-owned activities in the continuous ...

Syngenta

TE Regulated Operations Lead

Salinas, PR

Company Description About Syngenta At Syngenta Seeds Field Crops, we're shaping the future of ... This role will manage a team of 3-4 personnel to execute all TE-owned activities in the continuous ...

Dlapiper

Digital Marketing Coordinator

San Juan, PR · Hybrid

$30.98 - $46.33/hr

Resize or crop digital images using image editing application. * Provide 'virtual event' support as ... Provide ad-hoc project assistance to Senior Manager, Marketing Ops marketing as needed. * Develop ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Crop Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Crop Manager, you need expertise in agronomy, crop production techniques, pest management, and a relevant degree in agriculture or plant science. Familiarity with farm management software, precision agriculture tools, and regulatory compliance is typically required. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help in managing teams and coordinating operations effectively. These skills are crucial to maximize crop yield, ensure sustainability, and optimize farm profitability.

What does a Crop Manager do?

A Crop Manager is responsible for overseeing the production of crops on farms or agricultural businesses. Their main duties include planning and coordinating planting, fertilizing, irrigating, harvesting, and managing pest control to ensure high crop yield and quality. They also supervise farm workers, manage budgets, maintain equipment, and ensure compliance with agricultural regulations. Crop Managers often analyze soil conditions, weather patterns, and market trends to make informed decisions about crop management. Their expertise helps maximize productivity while minimizing costs and environmental impact.

What are some common challenges a Crop Manager faces during the growing season, and how are they typically addressed?

Crop Managers often encounter unpredictable weather, pest outbreaks, and fluctuating market prices during the growing season. To address these challenges, they closely monitor weather forecasts, implement integrated pest management strategies, and adjust planting or harvesting schedules as needed. They also collaborate with agronomists, field workers, and suppliers to ensure timely access to resources and up-to-date information, helping to maximize crop yields and minimize risks.
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JT003 - OPERADOR DE EQUIPO AGRICOLA

Quality Consulting Group

Salinas, PR • On-site

$14 - $17.50/hr

Temporary

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

QUALITY CONSULTING GROUP, a leader in the pharmaceutical, biotech, medical devices, and manufacturing industry, is looking for a talented, highly motivated and enthusiastic to join our team. In this role, you'll work with a highly enthusiastic team, contributing in a world-class manufacturing industry in Puerto Rico & USA.
Responsibilities:
  • Monitors and operates equipment and facilities, including field equipment, insuring quality and conformance with standard operating procedures.
  • Maintains safety standards at all times and initiates and follows emergency procedures when necessary.
  • Rotates through various roles within the area, including, in some cases, a control room rotation.
  • Driving and operating agricultural machinery for planting and cultivating.
  • The type of work assigned will vary based on the current season.
  • Spring and summer: You could spend time inspecting and maintaining our seed crops or you could support seed inventory management at the plant.
  • Fall is a busy season with harvesting and seed packaging in full swing.
  • You'll be cleaning & packaging seed, supporting maintenance work, warehousing and shipping seed to ensure our customers have the product they need for the coming planting season.
  • September-October: Receive and process trucks hauling crop from the field for weighing and unloading.
  • Complete a wide range of harvest activities: ex.: husk and sort operations
  • Operate dryer to dry crop within the prescribed safety, quality, and financial requirements
  • Shelling and storage of crop from bins in the dryer facility
  • Supply the Conditioning department with a constant supply of seed
  • Apply appropriate treatment to seed
  • November-March: Label, tag, bag and palletize seed
  • Enter inventory information into computer
  • Stage seed for shipment in warehouse
    April -August:
  • Retag in-house seed.
  • Re-bag backhaul (returned) seed
  • Inspect pro boxes to ensure they are free of debris and clean
  • Wash pro boxes as necessary

Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma
  • Experience required (Excavator or Digger Operator).
  • Availability to work all shifts, weekends and Holidays.
  • Knowledge of production agriculture and production plant operations
  • Pass a background check and other pre-employment screenings
  • Knowledge and experience operating scissor lifts and aerial lifts
  • Bobcat operator experience
  • Digger operator experience
  • Boom lift operator experience
  • Location: Aibonito, P.R. (for the first 3 months and then continue on Salinas, P.R.)
  • Have reliable transportation to the site and be able to arrive at the work site as instructed

Quality Consulting Group, LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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