Station Manager Ogden at KWS

Station Manager OgdenField of Work:Breeding stations Location:OgdenLegal Entity:KWS Seeds LLCContract Type: RegularIs Full Time: YesJob ID: 16092Join our team at theKWS Seeds LLCwhere we work to strengthen our position in all aspects of trial activities including planting irrigation pest control ratings and harvest. We are seeking to recruit at the earliest opportunity a full-time permanent Station Managerfor our Station Technicianteam on a permanentfull-timebasis inOgden UT USA.Summary and Purpose:Manages and provides leadership for all functions staff budget equipment facilities and related agricultural research activities at the assigned research station.Essential Job Functions:Manage all operations for the research station activities including collaboration advice and decisions for crop rotations plot assignments and general pest and weed controlManage staff in seed productions and trials and facility maintenanceEnsure regulatory compliance training and adherence to ETS standardsCollaborate and lead site selection negotiation and contracts for off-station plotsManage the planting and harvest of proprietary seed and steckling productions in the assigned regionOrganize and contract cooperators temporary workers and other necessary parties involved in conducting productionMaintain accuracy in seed production harvest and GMO-related cultural documentationManage operations and research budget regulatory DOT environmental and safety programsMaintain current knowledge of pesticides and farm practices for crop productionHost station guests and growers help with field tours and participate as requested in giving presentationsHire train manage and evaluate staff performance ensuring completion of supervisor dialoguesFoster collaboration with research stations in the US and Europe to implement innovationsDevelop construct and maintain research equipmentProvide input on the planning of general farm and cropping systems and pest control station activities anddetailed reports to breeding and station groupsTravel domestically and internationally driving on behalf of the business approximately 25%Required qualifications:Bachelor of Science degree in agronomy agriculture biology or related field or extensive related knowledge and experienceKnowledge and experience with field equipment and farm experienceAbility to work variable hours including weekends as well as travel domestically and internationallyPesticide Applicators license or ability to obtain within 6 months of hireStrong mechanical and welding skillValid drivers license able to drive tractor and forklifDemonstrated strong computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft OfficeDemonstrated excellent organizational and communication skills with consistent attention to detailCooperative flexible and able to work effectively in an international team environmentExcellent interpersonal analytical communication and leadership skillsPreffered qualifications:Ability to develop and construct research equipmentExperience hiring training and supervising stafClass CDL license or ability to obtainAbility to be licensed as a Remote PilotOur Offer:A salary between $81000 to $101000. This role is also eligible for an annual bonus. This reflects a reasonable estimate of the targeted base salary for this role. Based on factors such as geographic location and candidate qualifications actual base pay is determined when an employment offer is madeHealth dental vision benefitsPension plan and 401(k) with employer matchFlexible paid-time-off (PTO)Professional training and development opportunitiesGrow your career forward by submitting your application online via our online application system SuccessFactors! Please click the Apply button which you can find in the online ad.About KWSKWS is one of the worlds leading plant breeding companies. Nearly 5000 employees in more than 70 countries generated net sales of around 1.68 billion in the fiscal year 2023/2024. A company with a tradition of family ownership KWS has operated independently for almost 170 years. It focuses on plant breeding and the production and sale of seed for sugarbeet corn cereals vegetables oilseed rape and sunflower. KWS uses leading-edge plant breeding methods to continuously improve yield for farmers and plants resistance to diseases pests and abiotic stress. To that end the company invested more than 300 million last fiscal year in research and development. For more information: Follow us on LinkedIn at Our data privacy policy for candidates is available on Please select the country where the job you applied for is posted in and if applicable the specific business unit.Required Experience:Manager Key Skills Labor Cost Analysis,Customer Service,Employee Evaluation,Store Management Experience,Algebra,Management Experience,Process Improvement,Profit & Loss,Leadership Experience,Supervising Experience,Aviation Experience,3PL Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 81000 - 101000