Syngenta Group
Agriculture
AgricultureProcessOptimizationEngineer
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“Agriculture Process Optimization Engineer at Syngenta Group. Skills: Process optimization, Operational workflows, Continuous improvement, Resource utilization. Engineer and redesign lab workflows. Improve sample handling”
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving capabilities; Root cause analysis
Immediate availability
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, 2-3 years of experience in process engineering, Experience with AI tools for productivity, Experience with workflow modeling
Nice to Have
Lean Six Sigma certification, Experience in agricultural operations, Experience in laboratory environments, Research & Development Experience, Production & Supply Experience
What You'll Do.
Engineer and redesign lab workflows
Improve sample handling
Improve data processing
Improve result delivery
Analyze end-to-end process flows
Optimize end-to-end process flows
Develop scalable workflow solutions
Implement scalable workflow solutions
Research automation solutions
Recommend automation solutions
Map the DH process space
Identify engineering challenges
Develop labor utilization tracking systems
Maintain labor utilization tracking systems
Monitor direct labor hours
Monitor indirect labor hours
Optimize workforce allocation
Track productivity rates
Track labor efficiency metrics
Analyze overtime patterns
Develop strategies to optimize scheduling
Implement standard work measurement techniques
Establish baseline performance
Track actual versus planned metrics
Identify productivity opportunities
Monitor deviations in workflow estimates
Update prediction models
Assess impacts of workload variations
Coordinate daily activities
Optimize production scheduling
Monitor timing between stages
Monitor progress between stages
Ensure continuous workflow
Implement lean manufacturing principles
Maintain accurate records
Perform statistical analysis
Identify process improvement opportunities
Track stage-specific capacities
Track throughput metrics
Generate regular reports
Monitor resource utilization
Monitor resource efficiency
Optimize worker allocation
Track worker hours/area
Develop capacity planning models
Develop resource forecasting tools
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams
Communication Scope
Clear communication
Process & Methodology
Coordination skills
Full Job Description
About Syngenta Syngenta is a global leader in agricultural innovation with a presence in more than 90 countries. Syngenta is focused on developing technologies and farming practices that empower farmers, so they can make the transformation required to feed the world’s population while preserving our planet. Its bold scientific discoveries deliver better benefits for farmers and society on a bigger scale than ever before. Guided by its [Sustainability Priorities](https://www.syngenta.com/en/sustainability), Syngenta is developing new technologies and solutions that support farmers to grow healthier plants in healthier soil with a higher yield. Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland; Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States. Read our [stories](https://www.syngenta.com/en/innovation-agriculture/our-stories) and follow us on [LinkedIn](http://www.linkedin.com/company/syngenta), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/syngenta/?hl=en) & [X](http://www.x.com/syngenta). We make a difference At Syngenta, our goal is to build the most collaborative and trustworthy team in agriculture, providing top-quality seeds and innovative crop protection solutions that improve farmers' success. To support this mission, Syngenta’s Continuous Nurseries is seeking a Agriculture Process Optimization Engineer in Jalapa, Guatemala. The DH Operations & Process Engineering Coordinator is responsible for managing, optimizing, and engineering all operational workflows across the doubled haploid (DH) production process at the Jalapa site. This role combines operational coordination with process engineering to drive efficiency, workforce management, optimize resource utilization, and implement continuous improvement initiatives throughout the production lifecycle. Accountabilities Process Engineering & Optimization: * Engineer and redesign lab and field workflows to improve sample handling, data processing, and result delivery. * Analyze and optimize end-to-end pr
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