Product Development Representative – High Density

by | Jan 31, 2023 | Job Postings

Product Development Representative – High Density

The Company: 3 Star Lettuce is a direct to farmer conventional, certified organic and controlled environment agriculture seed company that specializes in developing, producing and marketing quality lettuce and specialty crop seed varieties of all types.  Our success is measured by the success of our customers, and we have risen to the top as the preferred local, direct sales seed company.  Our extensive research and development program is bridged to commercial sales through an active Product Development program that introduces new varieties and products to our partner farmers with a high level of customer service to exceed the expectations of our customers.

We are looking for employees that fit into the 3 Star culture and want to have an impact on our growth and success.  We believe in and are committed to solving the ever-changing challenges of our customers through developing Lettuce, Specialty Lettuce, Springmix, Greens and Spinach varieties that are adapted to the customer’s growing region and changing environmental pressures.

Location: Gonzales, California

The Role: The Product Development Representative will be responsible for working directly with the sales team regarding all aspects of developing interest and adaptability to the seed market on High Density varieties. Representative will also be expected to assist with other PD programs and take part in all aspects of trials which includes planting, thinning, scouting, evaluating, etc.

Areas of Responsibility:  This role will be engaged and oversee, but is not limited to:

  • Work directly with Sales Team
  • Develop and Execute Trialing Program
  • Computerize and distribute all trial maps in a timely basis
  • Monitors all trials and provide clear report to salesmen on status of trials
  • Evaluate all trials & communicate with sales department
  • Develop Season review report
  • Assists in developing planting guides with pictures and descriptions
  • Manage Inventory of all trial seed
  • Assist other departments as time permits
  • Travel to various Production areas

Preferred Skills and Qualifications: 

  • 2 or 4 year degree in a related field to agriculture (crop science etc.) or 2-3 plus years of experience in similar field. A combination of education and experience will be considered
  • Direct experience in farming or harvesting Spinach/Springmix is preferred
  • Ability to resolve issues effectively in a professional and timely manner
  • Able to evaluate/analyze data accurately and consistently
  • Highly computer literate and experience Microsoft family of software
  • Bi-lingual in English/Spanish preferred
  • Strong verbal, written and communication skills
  • Ability to manage a variable work schedule around the crop needs
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
  • Must have a clean DMV driving record

Ideal candidate:

  • Ability to travel to farming production areas throughout the US with the majority of travel on the west coast. This will include travel to Yuma, Arizona during the Season. Travel will consist of a pre-determined schedule.
  • Good social skills and ability to develop long term industry relationships
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently with a great attention to detail
  • Enjoys working in a team environment and being part of a long-term healthy culture that promotes excellent work environment.

Desired Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

  • Current Driver’s License

Other Qualifications

Physical demands and Work Environment described here are representative of those than an employee encounters and must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The job requires the climbing of ladders, and the ability to walk in and step around growing crops. The employee is occasionally required to stand, bend, lift, walk and taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; weather conditions and extreme cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

 

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Production Representative

by | Jan 11, 2023 | Job Postings

Production Representative – San Joaquin Valley

The Company
3 Star Lettuce is a direct to farmer conventional, certified organic and controlled environment agriculture seed company that specializes in developing, producing and marketing quality lettuce and specialty crop seed varieties of all types. Our success is measured by the success of our customers and we have risen to the top as the preferred local, direct sales seed company. Our extensive research and development program is bridged to commercial sales through an active Product Development program that introduces new varieties and products to our partner farmers with a high level of customer service to exceed the expectations of our customers.

We are looking for employees that fit into the 3 Star culture and want to have an impact on our growth and success. We believe in and are committed to solving the ever changing challenges of our customers through developing Lettuce, Specialty Lettuce, Greens and Spinach varieties that are adapted to the customer’s growing region and changing environmental pressures.

Location: Salinas, California

The Role:The Production Representative will be responsible in assisting all phases of Seed Production. Interaction with Production Manager and Assistant Manager as well as other departments within 3 Star Lettuce is vital to the success of this position. This position reports to the Production Manager.

Areas of Responsibility: This role will be engaged and oversee, but is not limited to:

  • Assist in all phases of Seed Production Pre-planning:
    • Soil Sampling
    • Production Meeting
    • Ground Prep
    • Field Mapping
    • Stock Seed Organization
  • Assist in all Phases of Seed Production Planting & Growing:
    • Planting
    • Growing (Gemination/Thinning/Deheading/Stripping/Topping)
    • Rouging (Quality/Seed Color/Disease)
  • Assist in all phases of Seed Harvest (Mechanical/Manual):
    • Pre-Harvest (Organizing next day harvest equipment/supply needs)
    • Organize FLC harvest crews
    • Oversee FLC harvest crews
    • Post-Harvest (Pick up and Tag All Seed/Store Seed)
  • Assist in all phases of Equipment Maintenance during the off season
  • Responsible for Monitoring, Reporting and maintaining all Aphid Traps
  • Establishes and maintains positive relationships with customers, team members that reflect a reputation for professional communications, service, trust, integrity, reliability, attention to detail and urgency.
  • Works effectively and collaborates as a team member and promotes a positive Company image.
  • Traveling
  • Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities

  • This job oversees FLC crews

Qualifications/Additional Skills:

  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
  • Knowledge of seed production and equipment maintenance is desired
  • Good social skills and ability to develop long term industry relationships
  • Ability to resolve issues effectively in a professional and timely manner
  • Able to evaluate/analyze data accurately and consistently
  • Must be highly motivated and able to work independently with great attention to detail
  • Bi-lingual in English/Spanish preferred
  • Must have a clean DMV (driving record)
  • Must be able to work in a team environment

Language & Communication Skills                                                        

  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must have the ability to communicate effectively in all circumstances, including over the phone, email and in person.
  • Must have excellent written, verbal interpersonal and cross-cultural skills to communicate and work with everyone, from the field, warehouse, to customers, team-members, and management.
  • Must be able to effectively present information and respond to questions from customers, team members, and managers.

Mathematical Skills                                                     

  • Must have the ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability                                                          

  • Solve practical problems
  • Deal with a variety of variables in situations and determine which option is the best suitable and profitable given the circumstances at hand
  • Able to troubleshoot and problem-solve in a professional and timely manner.
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills                                                             

  • To perform this job successfully, an individual should have working knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e., Word and Excel) and Internet software.

Other Skills and Abilities                                                           

  • Must understand overall Company priorities and work in a collaborative way to support the highest overall Company profitability.
  • Must be a team player with a can-do attitude and be goal driven.
  • Must work well with minimal supervision, take initiative, and be a self-starter.
  • Must have reliable, predictable attendance and punctuality.
  • Must be able to work independently and in a team environment, have excellent communication and organizational skills and great attention to detail.
  • This position requires the ability to work well under pressure, be flexible and meet Company goals and deadlines.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

  • This position performs the duties in the following environments: Warehouse, Mill and Office which are subject to hot and cold temperatures and a wide variance of noise
  • In this position, the employee will sit at a desk and operate a computer, and keyboard; hear; talk; stand; walk; have visual acuity to review and prepare written documentation
  • Have the ability to understand speech at normal room levels and on the telephone
  • Have manual dexterity to operate a telephone and computer
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and color vision
  • This position requires the employee to lift up to 50 lbs. horizontally and vertically, bend, stoop, stand, twist, and reach
  • This position may require working outside of normal business hours.

 

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Research & Development Internship

by | Jan 10, 2023 | Uncategorized

Research & Development Internship

The Company
3 Star Lettuce is a direct to farmer conventional, certified organic and controlled environment agriculture seed company that specializes in developing, producing and marketing quality lettuce and specialty crop seed varieties of all types. Our success is measured by the success of our customers and we have risen to the top as the preferred local, direct sales seed company. Our extensive research and development program is bridged to commercial sales through an active Product Development program that introduces new varieties and products to our partner farmers with a high level of customer service to exceed the expectations of our customers.

We are looking for employees that fit into the 3 Star culture and want to have an impact on our growth and success. We believe in and are committed to solving the ever changing challenges of our customers through developing Lettuce, Specialty Lettuce, Greens and Spinach varieties that are adapted to the customer’s growing region and changing environmental pressures.

Location: Salinas Valley & San Joaquin Valley

The Internship: In this role, the intern will receive pragmatic seed breeder training, providing talent pool for our company moving forward.  This internship offers real world education for the next generation of vegetable plant breeders.  This role provides hands on assistance to our onion, lettuce and celery breeding programs, assists and supports the breeding operation with the collection and preservation of data and assists in trial and nursery seeding and evaluation as directed by team leader.

Special Projects: 

  • San Joaquin Nursery Bolting Notes

 

Other Skills and Abilities

  • Bi-lingual in English/Spanish preferred
  • Must have excellent written, verbal interpersonal and cross-cultural skills to communicate and work with everyone, from the field, warehouse, to customers, team-members, and management.
  • Must be able to effectively present information and respond to questions from customers, team members, and managers.
  • Must have the ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
  • Solve practical problems
  • Able to troubleshoot and problem-solve in a professional and timely
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
  • To perform this job successfully, the individual must be proficient in Microsoft Office (i.e., Word and Excel).
  • Must understand overall Company priorities and work in a collaborative way to support the highest overall Company profitability.
  • Must be a team player with a can-do attitude and be goal
  • Must work well with minimal supervision, take initiative, and be a self-
  • Must have reliable, predictable attendance and
  • Must be able to work independently and in a team environment, have excellent communication and organizational skills and great attention to detail.
  • This position requires the ability to work well under pressure, be flexible and meet Company goals and deadlines.

 

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