Junior Production Specialist
Job Location:
Enkhuizen - Netherlands
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Job Summary
Make a difference as Junior Production Specialist Pepper
As Junior Production Specialist Pepper you will play an important role in coordinating the global seed production of our pepper varieties. You will work closely with growers production teams and colleagues across Research & Development Seed Operations and Marketing & Sales to ensure the right seeds are available at the right time and quality. By monitoring crops supporting production locations and improving production processes you will directly contribute to the success of one of Enza Zadens most important vegetable this role you will regularly visit production fields in the Netherlands and abroad helping growers optimize crop performance and seed quality.
In this role your work will include:
- Coordinating global pepper seed production activities to ensure availability quality and timely delivery;
- Monitoring crops in the field identifying pests diseases and other production challenges and advising on appropriate actions;
- Supporting and maintaining relationships with growers and production partners while tracking production progress and quality;
- Collecting analyzing and registering production data to support forecasting decision-making and continuous improvement;
- Initiating and managing production improvement projects and trials for new varieties and production methods;
- Collaborating with international stakeholders to establish optimal production conditions for new pepper varieties.
What you bring as our future colleague
As Junior Production Specialist Pepper you are passionate about plants and enjoy combining practical fieldwork with coordination and planning. You know how to build strong relationships with growers and colleagues from different cultural backgrounds and can adapt your approach to local circumstances. With your analytical mindset and hands-on attitude you recognize opportunities for improvement and translate them into practical solutions. You enjoy working in a dynamic international environment and are motivated to learn and grow within seed production.
In addition you have:
- A Bachelors or Masters degree in Plant Sciences Agribusiness International Agribusiness or a related field;
- Some relevant experience in agribusiness vegetable production and/or seed production preferably within pepper cultivation;
- Knowledge of crop production plant health pests and diseases;
- Strong communication skills in English; Dutch is considered a plus;
- An analytical practical and solution-oriented working style;
- A willingness to travel regularly within and outside Europe and a valid drivers license.
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 3300 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 canexpectfrom us
We believe it is important thatyou cangrow 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:
A position for 38 hours per week;
A gross monthly salary between3629.02 and 4746.26 (ScaleGCollective Labor Agreement for Vegetable Seed Companies) based on a full-time workweek of38 hoursand aligned with your knowledge and experience;
8.33% vacation allowance and an attractive annual bonus program of10%of your annual salary depending on your company performance;
25 vacation days theoptiontopurchaseadditionalvacation days and one paid vitality day per year with extra vacation days granted as you get older;
A laptop and mobile phone provided by Enza Zaden;
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 exceeds100 kilometersand 75 minutes;
An attractive retirement plan commuting reimbursement if you live more than10 kilometersfrom your workplace and a remote work allowance when working partly from home in consultation with your manager;
Opportunities for personal and professional growth through our Great to Grow development program training courses workshops and e-learning platform;
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 Christmasmarketand New Years reception;
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 throughenzActive and mental well-being support throughOpenUp.
Letsconnect
Looking for a career that grows with you Apply using the application button.Youwill receive an automatic confirmation within a few minutes. We will let you know the next step within 10 business days.
An assessment is part of the application process. This role cannot be filled on an interim basis.A securityscreening is also part of our recruitment process.
Do you have questions about the role or the application process Please feel free to contactJasmijn Kaagman via
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 Visitourwebsite.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
