Assistant Plant Breeder

Shift: 7:00 AM-3:30 PM

Hourly Rate: $26.97 an hour

Job Title: Assistant Plant Breeder (Popcorn )

Location: Brookston IN

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Popcorn Breeding leadership team you will support the development of new popcorn inbreds and hybrids through field laboratory and office-based research activities. You will help execute breeding program initiatives collect and manage research data maintain seed inventories and support the successful operation of the popcorn breeding program.

A Taste of Your Responsibilities

• Support field research activities including field preparation planting irrigation pest monitoring data collection harvesting and seed quality evaluation.
• Perform nursery pollination activities and assist with breeding program operations.
• Harvest nursery plots and prepare samples from yield trials for evaluation.
• Operate laboratory and seed-processing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Shell organize label and inventory nursery plot materials and seed stocks.
• Prepare monitor and evaluate popping samples generated through research trials.
• Plan and prepare materials for nurseries and yield trials.
• Record organize and summarize research data accurately.
• Maintain inventories of breeding program supplies and help forecast future needs.
• Document work processes and standard operating procedures.
• Support popcorn evaluation activities and data generation efforts.
• Use Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint to manage data and communicate results.
• Partner with team members to support breeding objectives and long-term program goals.

Ingredients Required for Your Success

• Bachelors degree in Agronomy Crop Science Horticulture Plant Breeding or a related field or completion of degree requirements in progress.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Demonstrated initiative accountability and focus on execution.
• Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Flexibility to work extended hours during peak planting pollination and harvest seasons.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Familiarity with field operations and plant phenotyping preferred.
• Experience with statistical analysis and data management software preferred.

Physical Requirements

More information on the essential tasks and facility will be shared during the hiring process. Please be aware that in a manufacturing environment the noise levels can be high and the temperatures may vary. Depending on the role physical and environmental requirements can differ but include:

• Being on your feet walking around the facility climbing stairs/ladders or kneeling for extended periods of time.
• Performing consistent repetitive tasks.
• Frequently lifting pushing or carrying materials.

Anticipated Close Date: October 25 2026

Location: Brookston Indiana

Our Benefits

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following subject to your location and role:

• Health: Medical dental and vision insurance company-paid life accident and disability insurance

• Wealth: Great pay 401(k)/pension eligibility financial wellness programs and stock purchase plan

• Growth: Career development opportunities employee resource groups and team collaboration

• Balance: Paid-time off and volunteer opportunities

Our Company

At Conagra Brands we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18000 person team across 40 locations you are empowered to reach your potential make an impact and own your career. Were in the business of building champions within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye Slim Jim and Reddi-Wip.

Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.

Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex race color religion ethnic or national origin gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression age pregnancy leave status disability veteran status genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national federal state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.

Required Experience:

Junior IC