Seed Science Operations Seed Production Manager

Now hiring! Seed Science Operations Seed Production Manager

Champaign, IL

We are looking for a Seed Science Operations Seed Production Manager to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Champaign, IL.

Come create chemistry with us!

BASF’s Agricultural Solutions division connects innovation, customers, partners and agricultural experts and integrates sustainability criteria into all business decisions. We help farmers deliver the best possible outcomes, working to achieve the balance between economic, environmental and social value creation for sustainable and efficient agriculture.

The Seed Science Operations Field Production team is searching for a Seed Production Manager to work at our Champaign, IL site where we conduct Breeding, Trait Development & Crop Protection seed increases and field trials. As a member of the SSO Field Production team you will produce pure high-quality seed that will be used in Trait Development/Breeding field trials, Regulatory Studies & Foundation Parent seed increases for commercial launch.

As a Seed Science Operations Seed Production Manager, you create chemistry by...

• Coordinating, planning, and managing/executing soybean & corn purity seed increase requests from Breeders, Trait Development Managers & Regulatory Science Seeds & Traits managers in a timely and compliant manner.
• Maintaining proper Product Genetic Integrity and producing adequate quantities of uniform, high-quality seed that will be used for Breeding, Trait Development field trials, and Regulatory Studies.
• Assisting in coordinating, planning, and managing/executing breeding soybean purification seed increase at the Champaign site.
• Maintaining proper Product Genetic Integrity and producing adequate quantities of uniform, high-quality seed, emphasizing Trait purity and Phenotypical characteristics, this seed produced is being handed off to the breeder and supply chain for commercial variety increases.

If you have...

• BS in agronomy or related field of study with 5 years of relevant experience
• Experience with crop production practices and data management
• Executing research small and large plot field increases
• Operations and maintenance of farm equipment including planters, cultivators, sprayers & harvesters
• Understand & comply with USDA requirements for working with Regulated seed
• Collaborate with Regulatory Compliance & Stewardship teams ensuring compliance & quality control for seed increases
• Ability to travel up to 15-20% domestically

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

About us

As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!

At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.

Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF

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Pay transparency

BASF is committed to pay transparency practices. The competitive Pay Range for this role is $96,800 - $133,100. Actual pay will be determined based on education, certifications, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Equal employment opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.