Agronomy Operations Intern - Portage la Prairie, Canada - Simplot

Simplot

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Portage la Prairie, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Simplot Canada (II) Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of the J.R. Simplot Company. The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held organization, with roots firmly planted in agriculture and agriculture-related businesses. The J.R.

Simplot Company is a true farm-to-table company with operations that touch every aspect of agriculture, including seed production, farming and ranching, plant sciences, fertilizer manufacturing, food processing, commercial product development, and distribution.

Summary:

This position includes field scouting and collecting agronomic & varietal research data across Southern Manitoba utilizing a company vehicle.

This role will work for and support the Raw Agronomy Manager in the area of supporting the procurement of potatoes, varietal development and agronomic project activities.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist with collecting seed for trials, trial planting, digs
Support seed sizing and planter evaluation activities
Assist with North Dakota trial planting and harvesting
Assist with weekly, preharvest, harvest, and storage collections
Assist with installation, calibration, monitoring, and removal of soil moisture probes
Complete stem and plant stand assessments
Computer data collection and entry
Transport totes to farms, support filling, and ensure proper labelling of totes
Assists with projects/special assignments as directed
Other duties as assigned

Typical Education:

Must be enrolled in a college/university, pursuing a degree in Agriculture, Food Science, Business, Engineering
Strong academic record (suggested minimum 3.0 GPA)
Senior or recent graduate highly preferred

Relevant Experience:

Excellent problem solving and decisionmaking skills
Selfmotivated, independent worker that can function under limited supervision
Must have a positive attitude and possess good interpersonal skills

Required Certifications:

Valid Class 5 driver's license required
Valid Canadian passport required

Other Information:

Duration: May through December 202
Fulltime
Ability and willingness to work Ag Industry hours: early morning/late evening, some weekends and overtime when needed
Relocation Assistance is not provided for this position

Job Requisition ID:16624

Travel Required:
Up to 50%

Location(s):FG Plant - Portage la Prairie

Country:
Canada

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Simplot Canada (II) Limited is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status._