Onsite - R&D Manager

Insight Globals client within the agricultural industry is seeking R&D Site Manager to oversee the office and team of the Immokalee, FL location. There are about 30-35 people this person will be overseeing at general manager capacity. This person will be responsible for managing vegetable operations and the whole growth and harvest of the vegetable process. This person will interface with field workers, breeding workers, pathologists, etc. to solve any of the vegetable growth issues that may arise including storm control and other factors that can hinder the life cycle of the plants.

Salary: $100-115k

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Required Skills & Experience

Bachelor of Science in Agriculture or similar field
7+ years experience in R&D or fieldwork within the agriculture industry
Bilingual in Spanish & English
Experience with leading a team of 30+ people
Background and experience managing and overseeing the full growing process of vegetables or plants
MS Office experience

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Seed industry background
Farm management experience
Ability to drive a tractor
Greenhouse experience

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.