Summer Nursery Pollinator (Weaver Popcorn Hybrids)


Summer Nursery Pollinator

The Position

Weaver Popcorn Hybrids is looking for hardworking, motivated individuals to work in the 2022 Breeding Nursery. Employment period is approximately 4-5 weeks long between July 5th- August 12th. A typical workday is 7:30am- 4:00pm, M-F with overtime and weekend opportunities, hours may vary based on weather. Starting pay is $12/hour. No experience necessary, job training will be provided.

Responsibilities include:

·         Performing corn hand pollinations in the breeding nursery

·         Detasseling in isolated crossing blocks

·         Other field tasks as assigned by supervisor The Location

Operations are based out of New Richmond, IN. Reliable transportation to the research station or research field is required but travel to and from popcorn fields can be provided. Nursery and isolated crossing blocks are located between New Richmond and Crawfordsville, IN.

Requirements

·         Must be at least 14 years old

·         Must have reliable transportation to and from work

·         Must be able to work around corn pollen

·         Must be comfortable working on your feet, all day outdoors

·         Must be comfortable working in all weather conditions: high heat, sun, wind, and rain

The Company

The team at Weaver Popcorn Hybrids is dedicated to developing specific varieties of popcorn to meet the needs of its customers and delivers industry-leading popcorn hybrids, all of which are genetically pure and non-GMO.

 

The Application

Please send inquiries to michelle.brawn@weaverhybrids.com.

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This available job is a Days shift position located in New Richmond, IN.