Seasonal Research - Field & Lab Testing

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This job is a seasonal, temporary position in the Research Department working in the corn and/or soybean yield test locations. This position reports to a Manager, Associate or Assistant-Level employee.

This position will begin by early July and work through November 2025. Possible extension of employment would need to be outlined in a separate agreement if the opportunity presented itself.

Responsibilities

• Assist with shelling, processing and packaging of seed.
• Taking notes in the field related to plant qualities using data collection computers
• Operating yield test harvest equipment
• Driving to/from field plots
• Overnight travel four (4) to five (5) days each week (travel expenses covered by Beck’s)
• Maintain positive attitude and strong work ethic in order to work well with in a team.
• Assist with other duties as required by the assigned supervisor

• Education and training:
• Successful completion of Beck’s safety training program
• This is a safety-sensitive position.
• Technical knowledge:
• Hardworking
• Possess positive attitude
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Ability to operate computers (training provided)
• Ability to operate a research combine (training provided)
• Experience:
• Operating farm or large equipment preferred, but not necessary.
• Physical Demands:
• Must have transportation to and from work facility.
• Ability to work five (5) to six (6) days each week.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time
• Ability to work in all weather conditions
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently
• In an effort to provide a safer, drug-free workplace for employees, all full-time applicants to whom offers of employment are made must submit to a drug test and background check, subject to applicable local, state, or federal laws or regulations. Employment at Beck's is contingent upon passing these pre-employment screenings.

• Seniority level
  
  Entry level

• Employment type
  
  Temporary

• Job function
  
  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Industries Farming

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