Date of posting here January 12, 2010 Type of position Full Time / Perm Employer Syngenta Description of Employer As global demand for food and fuel continues to rise, we are dedicated to our purpose: Bringing plant potential to life. Syngenta is one of the world's leading companies with more than 24,000 employees in over 90 countries. We work in a collaborative and inspiring culture where personal contribution is rewarded and growth and development are at the heart of our culture. Through our world-class science, global reach and commitment to working with our customers, we help to increase crop productivity, protect the environment and improve health and quality of life. There’s never been a more important time to join Syngenta. Location Lone Tree, IA Salary DOE Benefits Syngenta offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including market-based pay, health/dental insurance, a generous 401(k) program, paid time off, tuition reimbursement and relocation assistance. Closing date of competition 02.08.10 Date position available 01.08.10 Description of duties Agronomist I - Plant - Lone Tree, IA - 1527 Role Purpose - Responsible for managing assigned process of corn and/or soybean production for the production facility to ensure a high quality, reliable supply of low cost of goods produced. Foster an operational culture founded on HSE and process improvement. Accountabilities - Develop programs regarding agronomic issues in corn and/or soybean fields including fertility, weed and insect programs. Manage cost of these activities, evaluate results for process improvements. Make pesticide and fertility recommendation to optimize yield and COGP. Directs conditioning activities in conjunction with conditioning leader. Maintains reports, records, identifies historical benchmarks to establish goals. Plan and communicate acreage selection to growers. Develop and maintain a grower evaluation system to increase yield. Inventory management of the bulk storage inventory during harvest, along with entry, tracking and transfers of inventory. General administrative management duties including signing grower contracts, collecting and preparing data for reports, management meetings, contacting applicators and chemical companies. Coordinates with Plant Management Team to set schedules and determine workforce needs. Work with Plant Management Team on training and maintaining a safe work environment in accordance with HSE policies. Perform other duties as assigned by management. Qualifications sought Critical knowledge: BS degree in Agriculture or related field - Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) certification - Knowledge of general industry procedures, practices, and terminology Critical experience: 0 to 3 years of experience in Agriculture or related field or equivalent work experience and knowledge are required - Training in crop scouting is preferred Critical technical, professional and personal capabilities: Excellent communication skills PC and business software skills Strong agronomic and pest management skills - Ability to adapt to changing environmental/situational needs. Ability to make timely, effective decisions. Ability to remain flexible and responsive when faced with multiple urgent requests. Critical leadership capabilities: Sets Direction Creates Edge Drives Results Critical success factors: Meet crop plan targets while maintaining high quality production. Achieve annual COGP and HSE targets Additional Information - PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Position requires being able to walk seed production fields in any weather - Position requires working 7 days a week during critical time of year. Position requires travel by car/pickup during certain periods of year. WORKING CONDITIONS WHILE PERFORMING ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Position requires being able to walk seed production fields in any weather. Position requires be able to work in dusty and hot conditions. Office environment a portion of the year. OTHER All applicants must be eligible to work in the US. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time. Contact for additional information Kathy.Rhodes@syngenta.com Application procedure   Submit what resume and online application Submit to kathy.rhodes@syngenta.com Additional Information EOE