McCain Foods (Canada) Hiring For Regenerative Agriculture Agronomist at Bathurst, NB Full Time

Position Type: Regular – Full-Time

Position Location: Florenceville Main

Requisition ID: 18607

Summary of Position

The Regenerative Agriculture Agronomist is responsible for providing direction for the transformation of the current corporate potato farms into a state-of-the-art processing farm by driving McCain’s sustainability and regenerative agriculture initiatives, new technology implementation and variety adoption, all while increasing yield and improving raw quality and productivity. The Regenerative Agriculture Agronomist will report directly to the Sr. Agronomist –East and support both the Florenceville and Grand Falls Valley Farms operations.

Essential Responsibilities include the following:
Commercial Agronomy Support – Valley Farms

Develop crop plan for full-cycle farm operations aimed at optimizing yield and quality in potato production from planting to storage.

Manage day-to-day data collection and interpretation of agronomic data to make the best decisions for the crop (agronomic data, petioles, soil tests, scouting reports, etc.)

Report out to the organization on crop status and identify risks to crop production.

Complete year-end evaluation on crop performance, identify opportunities for improvement and develop action plans to address in the next season.

Leverage new potato varieties into existing production helping the farm to understand the value of the new varieties to Valley Farms’ operations.

Engage in on-farm agronomic research to leverage in the most advanced practices and technologies to maximize farm profitability and report these results out during the annual McCain research reporting session.

Regional Regenerative Agriculture Support – New Brunswick

Work closely with the McCain Farm of the Future to incorporate cutting edge regenerative agriculture practices into Valley Farm’s operations.

Lead regional extension efforts to drive adoption of regenerative practices with regional growers through active demonstration on Valley Farm operations.

Develop trials and evaluations to build confidence in positive returns associated with regenerative agriculture practice adoption.

Work with regional stakeholders to ensure climate smart grant opportunities are fully utilized by our grower base.

Collaborate closely with internal teams to drive regenerative practice adoption across North America.

Professional Development

Manage and direct local intern support for the farm.

Engage in continuous learning opportunities to develop skills and knowledge of potato production.

Be an engaged and energetic team member-supporting fellow Agronomists and company objectives.

Preparation of written reports and oral presentations to wider organization.

Responsible for providing critical analysis and interpretation of data from many sources.

Be the face of McCain Agriculture: Represent McCain Foods as a leader in the potato industry.

Qualifications

A minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree coupled with related experience in Plant Science, Soil Science or Agricultural production.

Ability to become an active member of the NB Institute of Agrologists

Must both be able to work cooperatively with teams and independently with little supervision depending on project demands.

Knowledge of potato production and storage is preferred.

Strong analytical, interpersonal and computer skills needed.

Knowledge of and willingness to develop innovative new agronomic techniques.

Ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively.

This position is most suited to an individual who demonstrates leadership skills and has the desire and ability to contribute and grow within the McCain Foods North American organization.

Public speaking skills are a valuable asset.

A strong bias towards workplace safety both for McCain employees and our grower partners.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Professional Agrologist certification required

Valid driver’s license

Obtain CMA (Certified McCain Agronomist) Certification within a year after hire

Qualifications

Minimum to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility in a satisfactory manner in the work environment conditions described below. The essential responsibilities listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required but do not represent all tasks or duties that may be asked of the position.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee may be exposed to wet and/or humid outdoor conditions. Employees will be required to perform duties in an agricultural setting to include potato fields and potato storages.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and telephone touchscreen and talk or hear.

Requires visual acuity to focus on desktop and/or laptop computer screen.

Requires standing and sitting for prolonged periods of time, talking and listening. Some heavy lifting is required (40 lbs).

Scheduled work times may fluctuate seasonally related to farming cycles, especially during planting and harvesting. We are a global company, must have willingness to occasionally modify work day to accommodate global meeting schedules.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We see value in ensuring we have a diverse, antiracist, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable workplace. As a global family-owned company we are proud to reflect the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that diversity drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger.

The health and safety of McCain employees and their families has been our number one priority since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Supported by science, and in line with our culture and values, we believe that being vaccinated is the most effective way to protect each other, our families, our customers, and our communities. It is therefore a requirement that the successful candidate for this role be fully vaccinated and have completed the mandatory incubation period prior to the candidate’s start date with McCain, subject to reasonable accommodations if you are unable to be vaccinated for protected grounds under applicable human rights legislation (e.g. medical or religious reasons).

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We see value in ensuring we have a diverse, antiracist, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable workplace. As a global family-owned company we are proud to reflect the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that diversity drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger.

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Job Family: Agriculture

Division: NA Potato

Department: Florenceville Agronomy

Location(s): CA – Canada : New Brunswick : Bathurst || CA – Canada : New Brunswick : Centreville || CA – Canada : New Brunswick : Edmundston || CA – Canada : New Brunswick : Florenceville-Bristol || CA – Canada : New Brunswick : Fredericton || CA – Canada : New Brunswick : Grand Falls || CA – Canada : New Brunswick : Hartland || CA – Canada : New Brunswick : Moncton || CA – Canada : New Brunswick : Saint John || CA – Canada : New Brunswick : Somerville

Company: McCain Foods (Canada)