Production and Supply Development Program-Vegetable Operations Associate
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Posted on:
07-11-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About this program:
The Production & Supply Development Program (PSDP) is a rotation-based program providing opportunities that expose associates to diverse experiences with a total program commitment within three calendar years and a geographical move as required. Locations are at any of the Vegetable sites within the United States Pasco WA Nampa ID Woodland CA.
This position has a start date of June 2026. Applications are only open to students graduating between December 2025 and May 2026.
Role Purpose
The focus of the program is to establish a pool of highly motivated and well-rounded talent within the organization. As a PSDP Associate you acquire business knowledge skills and attributes required for placement into future positions within Syngenta. The learning and development will be at an accelerated pace with the expectation to perform at levels above your peers.
Whats in it for you
- A unique opportunity to grow and develop your capabilities
- Exposure to diverse experiences in different geographic locations
- Broad business exposure
- Meaningful and challenging work
- An understanding of career opportunities available at Syngenta that relate to your passion
What will you be doing
There are multiple options to gain exposure to various areas of the Vegetables business that will help you develop your career path in a way that meets your individual needs. In addition to the individual technical knowledge gained cross-functional leadership training coaching and mentoring will be provided. Your assignments will support various functions throughout the organization including:
- Seed Production (open field/cage/greenhouse)
- Seed Processing
- Seed Production Research
- Seed Development
- Supply Operations
- Quality Control
- Commercial Operations
- Project Management
- Data Analytics
- Breeding
- Crop Strategy
Qualifications :
What you must have:
- Bachelors degree in Agronomy Agricultural Business Agricultural Systems Technology Agricultural Engineering Plant or Crop Science Biology or other agriculture-related field
- Data Science experience
- Minimum GPA of 3.0
- Willingness to relocate as needed to pursue rotational opportunities
- Prior Internship or Co-op experience within the agriculture industry
- Valid drivers license
Skills helpful for success:
- Agricultural Science: Strong foundation in plant biology genetics and agronomy
- Horticultural Expertise: Knowledge of vegetable crop production and management techniques
- Seed Production and Quality Control: Understanding of seed production processes quality standards and testing methods
- Data Analysis: Proficiency in statistical analysis and data management tools
- Experimental Design: Ability to plan and execute field trials and research projects
- Plant Breeding and Genetics: Knowledge of breeding principles techniques and genetic analysis
What we value:
- Effective communication
- Comfort with ambiguity
- Initiative & follow-through
- Leadership & collaboration
Additional Information :
What We Offer:
- A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion promotes professional development and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs.
- Full Benefit Package (Medical Dental & Vision) that starts your first day.
- 401k plan with company match Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution.
- Paid Vacation Paid Holidays Maternity and Paternity Leave Education Assistance Wellness Programs Corporate Discounts among other benefits.
Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal.
Learn more about our team and our mission here: is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment hiring training promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race color religion gender national origin age sexual orientation marital or veteran status disability or any other legally protected status.
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Crisis Management
- Microsoft Word
- Office Experience
- Conflict Management
- Constant Contact
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Research Experience
- Salesforce
- Administrative Experience
- Public Speaking
- Google Suite
- Writing Skills
About Company
To help feed 10 billion people while reducing emissions and improve biodiversity. This is our mission as the global agriculture technology leader. With 59,000 employees in more than 100 countries and hundreds of thousands of agricultural partners worldwide, we are committed to transfo ... View more
