Plant Breeding Worker

Lantmännen ek för · Full-time

Undrom, Sweden

Would you like to work practically with plant breeding in an operation where agriculture, development, and variety come together? At our breeding station in Lännäs, we develop new varieties of red clover and early spring barley and conduct variety testing in other crops. We cultivate approximately 100 hectares of arable land for trials, multiplication of breeding material, seed production, and grain cultivation. With a modern machinery fleet and proximity to the fields, you'll have the opportunity to be an important part of developing the varieties of the future. What you'll be doing Together with colleagues at the breeding station, you'll participate in all work related to cultivation and handling of breeding material. You'll prepare seeding, sow, tend, and harvest material as well as handle steps such as drying and cleaning. The work is performed both manually and with machines and also includes maintenance and minor repairs of agricultural machinery, equipment, and specialized machines. Depending on the season, work takes place both in the field and indoors, with particularly intensive periods during seeding and harvest. You'll be part of the existing team at the breeding station, which consists of a station manager and breeding workers. In this role, you'll contribute to the daily work at the station and help develop efficient working methods in an operation characterized by seasonal variations, practical problem-solving, and close collaboration. You report to the station manager and the position is located in Lännäs, Undrom. What you need to succeed and thrive You have: Upper secondary education or equivalent Experience with practical work in agriculture, crop cultivation, plant breeding, or other relevant activities Good knowledge of Swedish and basic knowledge of English Computer skills and ability to use digital tools in your work Class B driver's license It's advantageous to have tractor experience, forklift experience, and/or biting and/or spraying certification You are: Thorough and appreciate order and organization Practically minded and genuinely interested in agriculture, crop cultivation, and machinery A team player who enjoys collaborating closely with others Responsible, conscientious, and unpretentious Curious and willing to learn new things Flexible, action-oriented, and prepared to work overtime during peak season You share our values – Openness, Holistic thinking, Action – and our commitment to taking responsibility from field to table. What we offer you The position is a permanent employment with an initial probationary period and start date by agreement. As part of the offer, accommodation at the station is initially available. The breeding station is situated in a natural setting next to the Ångermanälven river, which provides excellent opportunities for recovery and outdoor activities. At Lantmännen, you'll become part of a larger context. We are a large global corporation that can offer exciting opportunities throughout the value chain – from field to table. We also focus on diversity and want everyone to feel included. Here you have the opportunity to work, grow, and develop in many different areas. Does this sound interesting? We hope so! You apply for the position online and we will process applications on an ongoing basis, but the final application deadline is 2026-10-18. For final candidates, a background check will be conducted. If you have questions about the position, please contact Station Manager Örjan Sjöström, [email protected]. Lantmännen is an agricultural cooperative and northern Europe's leading player in agriculture, bioenergy, and food. The company is owned by 17,000 Swedish farmers, has more than 10,000 employees, operations in about twenty countries, and generates annual revenues of 60 billion SEK. With grain as the foundation, the resources of arable land are processed for viable agriculture. Some of Lantmännen's best-known food brands are AXA, Kungsörnen, Scan, Korvbrödsbagarn, GoGreen, FINN CRISP, and Bonjour. The company is built on knowledge and values that have existed for generations among its owners. Through research, development, and operations throughout the value chain, Lantmännen takes responsibility from field to table. More about Lantmännen