Agronomist - Bijnor, India - Agristo Masa Pvt Ltd

Description

Vacancy:
Agronomist
Agristo Masa Private Ltd, is a joint venture company between Agristo NV & The Wave Group.

Agristo NV is a Belgium based potato product manufacturing company, supplying french fries and other delicious potato specialties to retail, food service and industrial customers worldwide.

The JV has been setting up an integrated potato processing complex with forward and backward connections in Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh.

With its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, AMPL has begun producing potato flakes with a 5400 MT annual capacity through latest technology and machinery.

We are now seeking a top-notch, self-motivated, detail-oriented agronomist with analytical thinking, excellent listening, communication, and problem-solving skills.


Job Summary:

We are looking for an agronomist to investigate and implement solutions for our clients in the food production and farming industries.

In this role, you will examine, research, and solve problems related to crop management, output, and quality. You will also develop tailored agronomic approaches and oversee interventions on behalf of the company.


Roles & Responsibilities:

• Developing better planting, cultivation, and harvesting techniques, improving crop yield, and solving problems for clients.
• Researching and promoting agricultural strategies to counter the effects of changes in soil, climate, weather, and pest damage.
• Visiting fields to collect seed, plant, and soil samples.
• Testing samples for nutritional deficiencies, diseases, or other changes.
• Assisting with the plant sourcing, testing, and selection.
• Keeping detailed records regarding fields, customers, crops, and samples.
• Generating reports and presenting findings to management, clients, or other interested parties.
• Conducting training on products and techniques through educational presentations.
• Managing teams of scientists while conducting field visits or laboratory work.
• Developing planting and irrigation schedules, budgets, and timelines.

Educational and Practical requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in agronomy, agriculture, or a related field.
• Further education and experience may be preferred.
• Additional certifications may be required.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel.
• Ability to work outside, stand, walk, kneel, and stoop for extended periods.
• Proficiency with computers, especially MS Office and diagnostic scientific software.
• Exceptional active listening and verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong research, decision making, critical thinking, and problemsolving skills.
• Awareness of industry trends, technology, and developments.
• Sales and presentation skills.

Management Behavioural Competencies:

• Promote the core values of the company and encourage other members to follow the same.
• Maintain good relationships with staff members.
• Promote teamwork among others by creating an optimal working environment, positive/good working atmosphere.
• Always upholding the good name of the company.
• Bringing positive energy into the company and forming lasting professional relationships with staff.

Job Types:
Full-time, Regular / Permanent


Pay:
₹500, ₹700,000.00 per year


Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Leave encashment
• Life insurance
• Provident Fund

Schedule:

• Flexible shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bijnor,

Uttar Pradesh:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)


Education:

• Bachelor's (preferred)

Experience:

- total work: 10 years (preferred)

• Agriculture: 10 years (preferred)

Language:

• Hindli, English (preferred)

Work Location:
In person

Application Deadline: 31/03/2023

• Health insurance