Agricultural Specialist

1 week ago


Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada Nortera Full time
Company Overview

Nortera is a leading producer of ready-to-cook vegetables, committed to providing healthy and sustainable food options for society.

The company produces private and retail brands, as well as its own Arctic Gardens and Del Monte labels.


Compensation Package

Competitive salary: $70,000 - $90,000 per annum

Annual bonus: up to 20% of the annual salary

Vacation policy: generous leave days and holidays

Social benefits: comprehensive package including telemedicine and employee assistance program (EAP)

Employee perks: opportunities to work on inspiring projects in a growing company


Job Description

This role is responsible for monitoring crops and advising on planting and harvest schedules to ensure crop targets are met.

The position reports to the Plant Manager and oversees the Crop Supervisor and seasonal field technicians.

Main duties include:

  • Contacting seed vendors to evaluate seed performance
  • Visiting growers for contracting acres and following up on growing conditions throughout the year
  • Scheduling planting and harvest dates
  • Entering grower records on the database
  • Harvesting crops
  • Staying in touch with the plant to ensure awareness of expected quality
  • Assisting with pretests and attending daily production meetings

The ideal candidate will have post-secondary education in Agriculture, be proficient in Excel and G Suite, and possess strong communication skills.


Required Skills and Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • Post-secondary education in Agriculture or a related field
  • Proficient spoken and written English
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment
  • Proficient in Excel and G Suite
  • Certification in progress (CCA) considered an asset

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Comprehensive health insurance
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)

Equal Opportunities Employer

Nortera is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from a diverse range of candidates.



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