Principal Technician Breeding

Now hiring! Principal Technician Breeding

Shafter, CA

Starting Pay Range: $29.42/hr - 38.21/hr

We are looking for a Principal Breeding Technician to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Shafter, CA.

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.

As a Principal Breeding Technician you will assume the day-to-day and seasonal responsibility for the Elite Stock Seed program under the direction from the Principal Breeding Technician and the Principal Breeder with input from the Global Production Specialist. You will plan, implement and monitor the operational practices for the short-day onion breeding program to ensure the consistent delivery of Elite Stock Seed to our Operations department with the required quantities of high quality seed.

During your shift as a Principal Technician Breeding, you will

Execute and oversee mother bulb and cage seed plantings with attention to detail, coordinate with breeding and farming teams, monitor crop conditions, and conduct seasonal domestic travel for planting, harvesting, and data collection.

Collaborate with the ESS Manager and Operations Global Production Specialist to plan seed production, provide regular updates on activities and inventory, and share necessary information for successful hybrid development.

Maintain a safe work environment, train and supervise temporary workers, and ensure the maintenance of machinery and equipment.

Execute evaluations for identified phenotypic traits of Elite Stock Seed as instructed by the Principal Breeder Specialist, make selections according to QA specifications, and utilize digital methods for data collection.

Lead the implementation of SOPs for biomaterial submission for seed health and GM absence testing, ensure data entry into the company database, manage phytosanitary certification, timely germination test and assist with the exportation of onion seed and tissue samples.

Become proficient in the company’s breeding database (PRISM), follow proper methods for data collection and share, and effectively use Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Access, for data operations and communication.

If you...

Have a minimun High School Diploma or equivalent. Bachelor's degree is preferred.

Demonstrate 2-5 years of applicable experience. Additional agronomic and seed production courses or experience ispreferred.

Are fluent in verbal and written English. Spanish verbal skills is a plus

Are comfortable with working in hot, cold, wet, humid, dry and/or dusty conditions in an open field environment and competent performing tasks needing good manual dexterity and prolonged physical activity including lifting heavy weights [50 lbs.]

Have good attention to detail, analytical and accurate and good at compiling, and disseminating information of varying complexity.

Have ability to work independently as well as in a team and also compiling, and disseminating information of varying complexity.

Are adaptable to being involved in multiple tasks and quickly changing activities.

Are comfortable with significant seasonal travel by car and air - up to 10 days at a time and overtime in peak season.

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.

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Pay transparency

BASF is committed to pay transparency practices. The competitive starting wage for this role is $29.42/hr - 38.21/hr . 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.