Job Title: Production Manager / Production Officer (Seeds) Company: Gentex Seeds
Location:
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) (Additional field locations: Junagarh, Gujarat & Pune, Maharashtra) Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site
Experience:
0 – 3+ Years (Freshers with strong knowledge may also apply) About Gentex SeedsGentex Seeds is a fast-growing agricultural seed company offering around 140 varieties, focused on breeding, developing, and producing high-quality seeds that help farmers maximize available resources. Vertically integrated across research, production, and sales, we ensure our processes remain strongly farmer-oriented and aligned with national agricultural priorities. Backed by heavy investments in laboratory and field research—and partnerships with leading institutions like ICAR, ICRISAT, IIHR, and international seed organizations—we are a preferred brand in India rapidly expanding globally. Driven by a professional culture and a focus on high-yield, resilient hybrid seeds, our mission is to deliver high-quality seeds for a stronger, greener future. Role OverviewWe are looking for a dynamic Production Manager / Production Officer (Seeds) to lead and execute our seed production operations. Based on-site in Ahmedabad (with field operations across Junagarh and Pune), you will oversee production planning, field execution, facility management, and cross-functional coordination to ensure timely, cost-effective, and compliant seed production.
Key Responsibilities
Production Planning & Field Execution
• Plan, organize, and execute seed production activities (field crops and vegetables) as per seasonal plans,
managing scheduling and resource allocation.
• Oversee production facilities and field operations to ensure timely, cost-effective, and compliant seed production while maintaining high standards of safety and sustainability.
• Coordinate with contract growers and field teams for timely sowing, crop management, harvesting, seed procurement, drying, and handover to processing/warehouses. Quality Assurance & Compliance
• Ensure strict adherence to isolation distances, varietal purity, seed production protocols, and regulatory/certification requirements.
• Monitor field crop stages, rouging, inspections, and quality parameters.
• Troubleshoot field and operational issues promptly to ensure seamless production. Cross-Functional Coordination & Leadership
• Collaborate closely with R&D;, quality, procurement, processing, and sales teams to align production with company growth and research objectives.
• Manage and nurture strong relationships with contract farmers, vendors, and external partners.
• Lead, train, mentor, and motivate on-site production staff while driving continuous process improvements.
• Maintain accurate field records, MIS, and documentation using productivity/ERP tools and MS Office to support data-driven decision-making.
Qualifications & Skills
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Education:
B.
Sc. / M.
Sc. (Agriculture) in Seed Technology, Agronomy, Genetics & Plant Breeding, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
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Experience:
0 – 3+ years of relevant experience in field crop/seed production or agricultural manufacturing (freshers with strong domain knowledge are also encouraged to apply; prior experience with hybrid seed production is a strong plus).
• Domain Knowledge: Solid understanding of seed production practices, crop agronomy, field operations, quality standards, and agricultural regulatory/certification requirements.
• Technical & Analytical
Skills:
Proficiency in MS Office, field data recording, production metrics, and ERP/productivity tools.
• Soft Skills & Mobility: Strong leadership, communication, coordination, and organizational skills, with a willingness to travel and work in field locations.
• Values: Strong commitment to workplace safety, sustainability, and ethical agricultural practices.
What We Offer
• Growth & Impact: Opportunity to work in a rapid-growing, globally expanding seed company where your work directly empowers farmers and agriculture.
• Learning & Exposure: Continuous learning opportunities with hands-on exposure to diverse crops, R&D; collaborations, and modern seed production practices.
How to Apply
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