Agricultural Data & Controls Specialist

At Sensient Technologies, we are experts in the science, art and innovation of color and flavor. We are market-savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we are better with you.  

We are looking for an Agricultural Data & Controls Specialist to join our team and support the Natural Ingredients business in Livingston, California.  You will assist Directors and Department Managers with the preparation and distribution of legal contracts, addendums and leases. Setup fields and growers in ExtendAg database and ensure that all information is accurate and current.  Work with Scale House and State Inspection personnel to ensure that all raw product loads and inspection results are entered into ExtendAg properly. You’ll be responsible for crop sample preparation and shipment, review and monitoring of all raw material pesticide and solids samples.  Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with little supervision and considerable discretion, judgement and tact. The ideal candidate will be responsible for answering the main office phone, greet and direct visitors.

What you’ll do:  

• Ensure accuracy of all documentation attached to contracts destined for and returned by growers. Enter contract data into ExtendAg. Distribute contracts and addendums for General Manager signature 
• Data Management: Management of all crop and field data, records, and documentation 
• Maintain Onion and Garlic raw material data listings. File, store and archive in accordance with corporate record retention policies.
• Grower Settlements – Track progress of received loads and completion of inspection data.  Review for accuracy and compare total received loads to Field Closure Sheets. Arrange for final settlement and review that appropriate pricing details are applied to create accurate and timely settlement to facilitate grower payments.
• Samples: Responsible for shipping samples of raw product pulled from Dehy fields for solids and pesticide testing to internal and contracted lab(s).  Compile and enter resulting data into maintained spreadsheets and files, distributing results in a timely manner to Field Reps to permit harvesting of field.  Alerting Manager of any discrepancy on lab reports.  Contacting Field Reps as directed by Manager.
• Responsible for purchasing office and break room supplies and maintaining the budget. 

What you’ll bring: 

• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of internal management and staff, as well as Corporate/Headquarters Leaders
• Excellent organizational skills, leadership qualities, and interpersonal skills 
• Strong attention to detail in order to ensure accuracy and upkeep of documents, files, and databases.  This position must be able to help formulate data collection and record retention in an ever-changing information environment 
• Excellent planning and organizational skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities daily as directly by several personnel

What you’ll get: 

• An excellent salary, benefit offering, and development opportunities to include 401(k), stock purchase plans and more 
• A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond
• Work for a company that gives you a platform to do amazing things 
• Take your career to the next level and work with amazing people around the world

About Sensient

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands. 

About Sensient Natural Ingredients 

Sensient Natural Ingredients is one of the largest producers and distributors in the world of dehydrated onion and garlic products as well as chili powder, paprika, chili pepper and dehydrated vegetables such as parsley, celery, and spinach. These ingredients are used in many of today's popular convenience foods. The Natural Ingredients unit is located in Livingston, California. 

The salary range for this position is $29 - $30 USD per hour.  Pay within the range is based on several factors, which may include, but are not limited to, education, work experience, specialized training, and labor market conditions.  In addition to salary, Sensient is proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to support the holistic well-being of our employees and their families.  This position is also eligible for performance-based incentive pay. 

SPONSORSHIP: Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship, we can only consider candidates who are authorized to work in the US without the need for employment visa sponsorship. 

RELOCATION: We are unable to offer relocation assistance. The successful candidate will be expected to work at the Livingston, California location and must reside in the area or be willing to commute. 

THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Sensient Technologies and will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions. 

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