# Operations Associate II

**Company**: Crop Science
**Location**: Tucson, Arizona
**Work arrangement**: onsite
**Job type**: full-time
**Salary**: $61,680.00 - $92,520.00
**Category**: Operations
**Industry**: Manufacturing

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## Description

At Bayer we're visionaries, driven to solve the world's toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none' is no longer a dream, but a real possibility.

The Operations Associate II is responsible for executing daily operations that support North America Plant Breeding Research and Development efforts while serving as a key member of the site's Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program.

**Key Responsibilities:**

**Greenhouse Operations & Research Support**

- Execute daily greenhouse and research operations in support of breeding and R&D objectives;

- Organize and execute research protocols and operational plans aligned with site priorities;

- Support planting, irrigation, crop protection, land preparation, harvest, and other production activities as needed;

- Operate research and greenhouse equipment while ensuring safe and efficient utilization;

- Maintain accurate records, notes, and operational data within enterprise systems and greenhouse control platforms;

- Support implementation of innovative technologies, tools, and methodologies that improve operational efficiency and research outcomes.

**Integrated Pest Management (IPM)**

- Support all components of the site IPM program under the guidance of the IPM Guide;

- Conduct routine greenhouse scouting and monitoring of pest and disease pressures;

- Collect and maintain accurate scouting records and agronomic observations;

- Safely prepare, mix, load, and apply pesticides according to prescribed programs;

- Perform spray spot treatments and other crop protection activities as required.

- Ensure timely communication and documentation of pesticide applications in accordance with regulatory and internal standards;

- Maintain pesticide inventories, storage areas, and waste management processes;

- Adhere to all integrated pest management protocols and procedures.

**Equipment, Operation & Maintenance**

- Operate pesticide application equipment, greenhouse automation systems, and other operational machinery;

- Perform basic troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and mechanical repairs on greenhouse equipment and operating systems;

- Support operational reliability initiatives through proactive maintenance and system monitoring;

- Utilize digital technologies and operational software platforms to support decision making and workflow execution.

**Safety, Compliance & Quality**

- Maintain compliance with all Bayer HSE, QA/QC, OSHA, WPS, RCRA, FIFRA, state, and federal regulatory requirements;

- Participate in and support safety inspections, audits, and compliance programs.

- Complete and support required SOP, equipment operation, safety, and compliance training programs;

- Ensure work is performed in a manner that supports site quality metrics, operational efficiency, and cost effectiveness;

- Promote a culture of safety, stewardship, and continuous improvement across all operations.

**Leadership & Collaboration**

- Build strong working relationships across Greenhouse Operations, Breeding, Agronomy, Field Operations, Site Leadership, and IPM teams;

- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to achieve operational and research objectives;

- Train and mentor team members and seasonal employees on operational procedures, equipment operation, and safety practices;

- Identify opportunities for process improvements and actively contribute to innovation initiatives;

- Support project execution and coordinate activities to ensure successful delivery of operational goals.

**Who You Are**

**Required Qualifications:**

- High School Diploma or GED;

- Prior work-related experience in agriculture, supply chain, manufacturing;

- Arizona Department of Agriculture Private Pesticide Applicator License, or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire;

- Ability to work extended hours during peak operational seasons;

- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.;

- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English;

- Proficiency with computers, mobile devices, Microsoft Office applications, and data management systems;

- Ability to prioritize work and operate effectively with limited supervision;

- Demonstrated ability to work successfully within a diverse team environment.

**Preferred Qualifications:**

- Bachelor's degree. Preferred disciplines: Agriculture, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Business, Engineering;

- With Bachelor's degree, 3+ years' work-related experience in agriculture, supply chain, manufacturing and, in lieu of degree, 6+ years' work-related experience in agriculture, supply chain, manufacturing;

- Experience with greenhouse operations, crop production, or agricultural research environments;

- Knowledge of pesticide regulations including WPS, RCRA, and FIFRA;

- Experience with greenhouse automation systems, precision agriculture technologies, and data collection platforms;

- Strong mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting skills;

- Demonstrated success implementing continuous improvement initiatives;

- Experience working on collaborative cross-functional project teams.

Employees can expect to be paid a salary between $61,680.00 - $92,520.00. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc.

## Skills

### Required
- agriculture
- supply chain
- manufacturing
- pesticide applicator license
- Microsoft Office applications
- data management systems

### Nice to have
- Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Business, Engineering
- greenhouse operations
- crop production
- agricultural research environments
- pesticide regulations
- greenhouse automation systems
- precision agriculture technologies
- data collection platforms

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