• Job Description

  Req#: 817652

  At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.

  Field Technician Specialist (Sycamore, GA)

  YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  The primary responsibilities of this role, Field Technician Specialist are:

  • MANAGE STATION LOGISTICS: In conjunction with Station Scientists and Station Manager, organizes and coordinates tillage, planting, harvesting, irrigation, crop rotation and other field maintenance, both short and long-term, associated with research trials conducted on station to insure successful research trails. Order, plan, and prepare all necessary items and needs to ensure station functions are met;
  • SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE: Perform work in a safe and compliant manner. Ensure that all personnel are safety trained on equipment and meet Bayer requirements for work. Ensure that the station is compliant with Federal, state, and local rules and regulations;
  • EQUIPMENT AND FACILITY MAINTENANCE: Perform, schedule and track equipment maintenance to ensure equipment is in safe, functional working order. Modify or fabricate tools and equipment for station scientists to meet trial objectives. Anticipate long-term physical facility and station needs making proposals for budgeting appropriately for maintenance and modifications. Assist in planning and coordinating capital purchases. Be responsible for monthly facility safety inspection;
  • SUPERVISION OF TEMPORARY PERSONNEL: Assists in managing a crew/ team of contract laborers and/or summer associates to accomplish daily agronomic tasks.

  Your success will be driven by your demonstration of our LIFE values. More specifically related to this position, Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

  Required Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent;
  • Possess a valid driver’s license and qualify to drive Bayer company vehicles.

  Preferred Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 10 years relative experience in agronomy, agricultural mechanization, or other aspects in agriculture;
  • Bachelor’s degree or master’s degree;
  • Experience in Row Crop Production and Vegetable Production;
  • Demonstrated ability to work with and manage people;
  • Understanding of basic agricultural research principles;
  • Understanding and experience in local agronomic practices;
  • Understanding of local pesticide regulations and reporting;
  • Proficient computer skills especially with MS Office programs;
  • Knowledge of agricultural safety rules and regulations;
  • Have or be able to obtain a certified applicators license;
  • Ability to calculate, calibrate and apply pesticide applications accurately;
  • Should also have good organizational skills and ability to set priorities. Will need good interpersonal skills in dealing with external customers and internal personnel.

  The position will be located at the Sycamore, Georgia Bayer Crop Science Site.

  YOUR APPLICATION

  Bayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs. If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Science for a better life, we encourage you to apply now. Be part of something bigger. Be you. Be Bayer. To all recruitment agencies: Bayer does not accept unsolicited third party resumes. Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
  Bayer is an E-Verify Employer.
  Location:	United States : Georgia : Tifton || United States : Georgia : Residence Based
  Division:	Crop Science
  Reference Code:	817652

  Contact Us
  Email:	hrop_usa@bayer.com

• About the company

  Bayer AG is a German multinational pharmaceutical and life sciences company and one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world.

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