Strong seed production depends on reliable field information and practical operational support. In this role as Field Production Technician, you support the production of Leafy, open field and Allium crops by combining crop monitoring with hands-on support in continuous improvement initiatives, producibility projects, trials, plant material harvest and selection, grow-outs and plant sampling. This is how you contribute to seeds of the right quality, at the right time and in the right quantity.
Make a difference as Field Production Technician
As Field Production Technician, you provide broad operational and administrative support to the production team in your region, at the request of the Regional Production Specialist. You carry out field inspections and monitoring where needed, but also support crop continuous improvement initiatives, producibility projects and trials, plant material harvest and selection, grow-outs and plant sampling. You collect, record and report data that helps ensure reliable, high-quality seed production of our Leafy, open field and Allium crops.
In this role, your work will include:
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Monitoring crops at growers and recording yield, quality, diseases, cultivation activities and weather conditions;
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Entering data into digital systems in a timely and accurate way;
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Identifying deviations from production standards and reporting or escalating them where needed;
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Supporting improvement projects through fieldwork, monitoring, sampling, data analysis and administrative tasks;
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Carrying out operational activities, such as logistical support, plant sampling, grow-outs and quality checks;
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Supporting purity monitoring, PAC analyses and preventive disease monitoring at production locations.
What you bring as our future colleague
As Field Production Technician, you work accurately, practically and in a structured way. You enjoy working outdoors and can easily switch between fieldwork, operational support, data registration and consultation with colleagues and growers. You identify deviations in time and know when to share or escalate information.
In addition, you have:
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A vocational degree or Associate degree, preferably in agriculture, cultivation, plant science or a similar field;
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1 to 2 years of relevant work experience in seed production, cultivation or agricultural fieldwork;
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Knowledge of crop monitoring and production protocols;
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Experience with digital systems, such as Excel, ERP systems or planning systems;
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Good command of Dutch and preferably English as well;
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Willingness to travel nationally and work in changing weather conditions during the high season.
Enza Zaden as your employer
Enza Zaden is an international family-owned company that has been developing innovative vegetable varieties since 1938. Together with more than 3,300 colleagues worldwide, we work on vegetable seeds with better flavor, higher yields and strong resistances. We do this from our mission: “Breeding to feed the world.” Every day, more than 480 million people eat vegetables grown from our seeds, and that is something we are very proud of.
We are passionate about our work and care about one another. Good ideas are given room to grow and together we keep moving forward. This is how we continue to grow and innovate, both as a company and as colleagues.
What you can expect from us
We believe it is important that you can grow in your work and feel good about what you do. That is why we invest in your development, well-being and job satisfaction. Through our Great to Grow development program, our focus on vitality and activities that bring colleagues together, we create a work environment where you can keep learning and contribute with energy and enjoyment.
You can also count on:
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A position for 38 hours per week;
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A gross monthly salary between €3,322.79 and €4,240.94 (Scale 6, Collective Labor Agreement for Vegetable Seed Companies), based on a full-time workweek of 38 hours and aligned with your knowledge and experience;
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8.33% vacation allowance and an attractive annual bonus program of 7.5% of your annual salary, depending on your job level and company performance;
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25 vacation days, the option to purchase additional vacation days and one paid vitality day per year, with extra vacation days granted as you get older;
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A laptop and mobile phone provided by Enza Zaden;
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A contribution toward overnight accommodation costs if you live farther away from Enza Zaden. This program applies to employees working for Enza Zaden in the Netherlands whose one-way commute exceeds 100 kilometers and 75 minutes;
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An attractive retirement plan, commuting reimbursement if you live more than 10 kilometers from your workplace and a remote work allowance when working partly from home in consultation with your manager;
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Opportunities for personal and professional growth through our Great to Grow development program, training courses, workshops and e-learning platform;
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Plenty of opportunities to connect with colleagues outside of your daily work through social events organized by the Staff Association, as well as Young Enza networking events, inspiration sessions and social gatherings. We also host an annual summer barbecue, Christmas market and New Year’s reception;
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A strong focus on your health and well-being, including free fresh fruit, healthy lunch options at the office, a bike-to-work program, sports activities through enzActive and mental well-being support through OpenUp.
Let’s connect
Looking for a career that grows with you? Apply using the application button. You will receive an automatic confirmation within a few minutes. We will let you know the next step within 10 business days.
This role cannot be filled on an interim basis. A security screening is also part of our recruitment process.
Do you have questions about the role or the application process? Please feel free to contact Tamara Woudstra, Recruiter, at [email protected]
Enza Zaden is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on background, identity or personal characteristics.
Want to learn more about Enza Zaden? Visit our website.
