Seed Production Specialist

Join Vylor - Powering the Future of Agriculture​

At Vylor, we’re advancing agriculture through breakthrough science - combining elite germplasm, cutting-edge biotech, and next-generation expertise in gene editing and molecular breeding. Our portfolio includes trusted industry brands like Pioneer®, Brevant®, and Hoegemeyer®, delivering performance farmers rely on.​

Join us to help scale innovation globally and shape what’s next in crop science. We are seeking a responsible, highly motivated, and results-oriented Seed Production Specialist to join our Research and Development team in Lubbock, Texas. This position is an integral member of a multi-crop, cross-functional research team supporting sorghum and cotton nursery operations. The successful candidate will contribute to field, laboratory, and seed management activities while helping deliver high-quality research outcomes and operational excellence.

***Please note: there is no visa sponsorship or relocation assistance provided for this role.

What You'll Do:

• Lead and coordinate seasonal and temporary employees during sorghum pollinations, hand harvest activities, and other nursery operations.
• Lead seed laboratory operations, including sorting, processing, packaging, and inventory movement.
• Supervise temporary employees and contractors while promoting a safe, productive, and positive work environment
• Prepare, organize, and manage tissue sampling activities for sorghum and cotton research programs.
• Support domestic and international seed shipments by ensuring compliance with established protocols and timely fulfillment of shipping requests.
• Assist with nursery field management activities, including scouting for diseases, insects, weeds, and plot quality concerns.
• Utilize company software systems to support planting, harvest, inventory, and shipping activities.
• Maintain accurate seed inventory records and ensure proper seed storage practices.
• Collect, organize, and summarize research data while identifying issues and recommending corrective actions within established procedures.
• Monitor data quality and ensure research activities are executed accurately and consistently.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance workplace efficiency, organization, and safety.
• Collaborate with research scientists, field operations teams, and other stakeholders to achieve project objectives.
• Uphold Vylor's core values and maintain the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and environmental stewardship practices.
• Contribute to the overall success of nursery and research activities at the Lubbock Research Center.

What Skills You Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Plant Science, Biological Sciences, or a related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Outlook, along with experience using data management systems.
• Demonstrated leadership, organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and make sound decisions within established guidelines.
• Ability and willingness to work extended hours, weekends, and seasonal schedules during critical operational periods.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Must be capable of performing the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, in field, warehouse, laboratory, and processing environments.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds safely and regularly.
• Ability to perform repetitive physical activities including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, and moving seed inventory.
• Must be willing and able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, dust, and other environmental challenges common to agricultural operations.
• Work may involve exposure to agricultural allergens and irritants, including sorghum pollen, cotton lint, seed dust, plant debris, and threshing byproducts. Candidates should be able to perform job duties safely in these environments while following required safety protocols and utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when provided.
• Ability to travel between research locations and field sites.

Benefits – How We’ll Support You:

• Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills
• Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place
• Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment
• Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays
• Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father
• Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program
• Learn more about our total rewards package here - Vylor Benefits
• Check out life at Vylor! https://www.linkedin.com/company/vylorgenetics/

Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.

Vylor is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.