Flower Breeder – Watsonville, CA

The Breeder will manage Breeding Projects based on plans, and coordinates daily activities within the Research and Development Department. Primary focus is breeding Annual Bedding Plants, Perennials and Pot Plants.

Essential Job Functions

• Development of new and improved varieties; working knowledge of traditional and alternative genetic based breeding methods
• Complete and thorough documentation of all projects with organization in all aspects of maintenance, descriptive information, and documentation of pedigree
• Work within established goals and objectives
• Work with Grower staff regarding planting, growing and producing breeder seed
• Gather Technical information to support breeding products
• Support the company in Sales efforts with new products and product information
• Manage expenses within scope of each Breeding project, and Department Budget.
• Adhere to company-wide policies and procedures
• Comply with Safety programs and other aspects of regulatory compliance
• Work closely with all employees and office staff to ensure efficiencies

Requirements

• Ability to organize seed based breeding project or vegetative product objectives
• Excellent written and verbal skills required
• Must possess the ability to multitask in a fast paced environment
• Need to be a detail oriented team player with strong organizational and communication skills; create a team approach
• Must have prior knowledge in the Flower Industry concentrating on large grower and end user consumer
• Bilingual in English/Spanish a plus but not a requirement
• Some international travel required

Education

• Must have an MS in horticulture and 5 years minimum experience in the industry

We offer
Ernst Benary of America, Inc. offers a competitive salary, medical, dental vision, company paid life insurance, disability insurance, 401k plan, paid vacation and paid holidays.

Ernst Benary of America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

Please submit your resume, salary history and letters of recommendation for consideration of this position to Doug Holden, Global Head of Breeding at douglas.holden@benary.de.