Who are we? Besides being an international vegetable-breeding company, Enza Zaden is also an independent family business. For three generations, an entrepreneurial spirit, long-term vision and focus on innovation have characterized our company’s distinctive features and healthy growth. https://www.enzazaden.com/ Enza Zaden has a worldwide presence. Our head office is located in Enkhuizen, The Netherlands. We have research stations, commercial subsidiaries and seed operation subsidiaries and joint ventures all over the globe. This makes Enza Zaden an international company, or rather, as we like to put it ourselves, a multi-local company. We work with more than 2800 local people who know all the ins and outs of our sector and their local market. What are you going to do? As a Jr. Breeder , you will relish using your creativity and innovative thinking to develop new ideas and solutions by exploring the latest scientific knowledge and technologies in tomato breeding. Your responsibilities will include Assisting in all activities of the tomato breeding project, translating set breeding targets into an operational breeding plan, and preparing for all activities of the breeding project. You will also assist in making the right plant and line selections at critical moments in the breeding cycle and maintaining detailed records throughout the breeding cycles. You will be involved in decision-making to advance material to R2, planning trial productions, and screening trials. Additionally, you will assist or be involved in implementing developed technology and traits in the breeding program. As a future colleague at Enza Zaden India Pvt. Ltd, you bring at least 3-5 years of relevant experience in a tomato breeding program. You hold an M.Sc (Genetics & Plant Breeding) qualification from a reputed agriculture university in India Based in and around Bangalore. Thorough knowledge of modern methods of breeding sufficient market knowledge about tomato traits and USPs. Proficiency in handling breeding software/applications and an innovative mindset are a must. You should be an active decision-maker. You are curious about learning and using the best of nature and highly advanced technology for the breeding program Enza Zaden is a vegetable breeding company that develops vegetable varieties and produces and sells seeds of these varieties worldwide, both for conventional and organic growers. With more than 80 years of experience, we work with the best that nature offers and support this with state-of-the-art technologies to speed up our breeding process. Our mission is to provide access to healthy and diverse vegetables to everyone worldwide. With more than 2800 passionate colleagues around the world, we work together every day to create the vegetables of tomorrow. Show more Show less
Assistant Breeder – Okra Are you passionate about plant breeding and ready to contribute to the development of innovative vegetable varieties? Do you enjoy working hands-on in the field and applying the latest scientific insights to real-world challenges? If so, this opportunity might be perfect for you. This is why you want to join us as an Assistant Breeder- Okra at Enza Zaden You’ll be part of a dynamic and innovative breeding team focused on developing high-performing Okra varieties. You’ll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge breeding technologies and contribute to the future of sustainable agriculture. You’ll join a company that values curiosity, collaboration, and continuous learning. "Every day brings a new challenge and a chance to make a real impact in the field. It’s exciting to be part of a team that’s shaping the future of vegetable breeding." Make a difference as an Assistant Breeder- Okra As an Assistant Breeder – Okra, you will play a key role in supporting the breeding program by: Assisting in all activities of the Okra breeding project, from translating breeding targets into operational plans to executing field and greenhouse activities. Supporting critical decision-making moments in the breeding cycle, including plant and line selections. Maintaining accurate and detailed records throughout the breeding process. Participating in the advancement of breeding material to R2 stage, planning trial productions, and evaluating screening trials. Contributing to the implementation of new technologies and traits within the breeding program. You will be based in Bangalore and work closely with the Breeder and other team members in India and globally. What you bring as a future colleague M.Sc. in Genetics & Plant Breeding from a reputed agricultural university in India. 3–5 years of relevant experience in an Okra breeding program. Strong knowledge of modern breeding methods and breeding software/tools. Good understanding of market demands and key traits in Okra. A proactive, innovative mindset and strong decision-making skills. Curiosity and eagerness to learn and apply new technologies in breeding. You are a collaborative team player who thrives in a dynamic environment and is motivated by the challenge of developing better vegetable varieties for the future.
Who are we? Besides being an international vegetable-breeding company, Enza Zaden is also an independent family business. For three generations, an entrepreneurial spirit, long-term vision and focus on innovation have characterized our company’s distinctive features and healthy growth. https://www.enzazaden.com/ Enza Zaden has a worldwide presence. Our head office is located in Enkhuizen, The Netherlands. We have research stations, commercial subsidiaries and seed operation subsidiaries and joint ventures all over the globe. This makes Enza Zaden an international company, or rather, as we like to put it ourselves, a multi-local company. We work with more than 2800 local people who know all the ins and outs of our sector and their local market. What are you going to do? As a Plant Manager you will support growth, provide strategic exposure, and empower high-potential individuals to transition into a pivotal leadership role within the seed processing industry. Your responsibilities will include Production Management : Oversee end-to-end seed processing activities including cleaning, drying, grading, treating, packing, and storage. Take full operational ownership of the seed processing facility post-commissioning. Quality Control : Implement and monitor quality control procedures to ensure that the seeds meet the required specifications and as per Indian Seed Act 1966 or as per company standards/ Protocol. Inventory Management : Overseeing inventory levels, tracking seed stock and coordinating with MIS / Logistics/ Sales to manage supply and demand effectively. Plant Equipment Maintenance : Supervising the maintenance and repair of plant machinery and equipment to ensure they are functioning optimally and minimizing downtime during the season time. Preventive maintenance schedule to be prepared in advance and to be completed the work as per schedule. Cost Management : Work to optimize processing and Packaging costs, identify areas for cost-saving initiatives and manage the plant's budget effectively. Monitor plant performance, budgets, and KPIs. Safety Compliance : Ensure that all safety protocols and regulations are followed within the plant to maintain a safe working environment for employees and prevent accidents. SHE Compliance: Ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and promoting sustainable practices within the facility and reporting timely to superiors. Continuous improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and seed quality. Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence. Cross Functional Working : Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, Quality Assurance, Supply Chain, and Field Production. As a future colleague at Enza Zaden India Pvt. Ltd, you bring 12–20 years of experience in seed, agriculture, or food processing plants. Strong understanding of seed quality standards, regulatory compliance, and safety protocols. Process-oriented with attention to detail Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration Passion for agricultural innovation and sustainability Enza Zaden is a vegetable breeding company that develops vegetable varieties and produces and sells seeds of these varieties worldwide, both for conventional and organic growers. With more than 80 years of experience, we work with the best that nature offers and support this with state-of-the-art technologies to speed up our breeding process. Our mission is to provide access to healthy and diverse vegetables to everyone worldwide. With more than 2800 passionate colleagues around the world, we work together every day to create the vegetables of tomorrow.
Who are we? Besides being an international vegetable-breeding company, Enza Zaden is also an independent family business. For three generations, an entrepreneurial spirit, long-term vision and focus on innovation have characterized our company’s distinctive features and healthy growth. https://www.enzazaden.com/ Enza Zaden has a worldwide presence. Our head office is located in Enkhuizen, The Netherlands. We have research stations, commercial subsidiaries and seed operation subsidiaries and joint ventures all over the globe. This makes Enza Zaden an international company, or rather, as we like to put it ourselves, a multi-local company. We work with more than 2800 local people who know all the ins and outs of our sector and their local market. What are you going to do? This role will be responsible for designing and optimizing plant and lab processes, managing equipment reliability, lead scale-up projects, and ensuring operational excellence through SOPs and training. Process Design & Optimization Design and continuously improve seed processing workflows: cleaning, grading, drying, treating, coating, and packaging. Optimize lab workflows for seed testing (germination, purity, moisture, health). Collaborate with Quality, R&D, and Production teams to align process parameters with seed standards. Equipment Management & Maintenance Oversee selection, installation, commissioning, and lifecycle management of plant and lab equipment. Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance schedules. Maintain calibration and servicing records for lab instruments (e.g., moisture meters, ELISA kits, germination chambers). Reliability Engineering Conduct root cause analysis (RCA), FMEA, and reliability improvement initiatives for critical equipment. Monitor equipment performance and downtime trends to drive continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with TPM and ISO standards. Project Scale-Up & Commissioning Lead scale-up of pilot processes to full production capacity. Lead in layout planning, vendor coordination, and commissioning of new processing lines. Validate new equipment and processes for throughput, quality, and safety. SOP Development & Training Draft and update SOPs for plant and lab operations. Conduct training sessions for operators, technicians, and lab staff. Ensure adherence to ISTA, ISO, and internal quality protocols. Lab Equipment Integration Manage lab equipment reliability and ensure seamless integration with production decisions. Align lab testing outputs with batch release, rejection, and traceability systems. Support digitalization of lab data for real-time decision-making. As a future colleague at Enza Zaden India Pvt. Ltd, you bring 8–12 years of experience in process engineering, preferably in seed, agri-inputs, food, or pharma industries. Strong understanding of mechanical systems, automation, and lab instrumentation. Hands-on experience with seed processing equipment (gravity separators, dryers, treaters). Exposure to reliability engineering tools and maintenance systems. Good documentation, analytical, and cross-functional collaboration skills. Strong process orientation and attention to details Good communication and documentation skills Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma or TPM practices Willingness to work in plant environment Mindset with focus on continues improvement Enza Zaden is a vegetable breeding company that develops vegetable varieties and produces and sells seeds of these varieties worldwide, both for conventional and organic growers. With more than 80 years of experience, we work with the best that nature offers and support this with state-of-the-art technologies to speed up our breeding process. Our mission is to provide access to healthy and diverse vegetables to everyone worldwide. With more than 2800 passionate colleagues around the world, we work together every day to create the vegetables of tomorrow.