Agronomy Technician

Planet Farms, founded in 2018 in Milan, is a leading vertical farming company. It’s currently present in the main distribution chains with its line of salads and pesto.

The company is in strong development in Italy and abroad and today the Planet Farmers work at the production plant - the brand new Cirimido Plant (Como, Italy) at the R&D Center on the outskirts of Milan, as well as at offices in Italy (Milan), Portugal (Coimbra), the United Kingdom (London) and the Netherlands (Eindhoven).

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Position Title:

Agronomy Technician

Department:

Agronomy

Location:

Cirimido (CO)

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Key Responsibilities

• Monitor plant growth and make sure that procedures and best practices are followed in order to ensure optimal plant development
• Monitor environmental conditions and fertigation
• Collect samples to send for analysis
• Operate and maintain farm equipment, sensors, and data collection devices, ensuring they are calibrated and functioning correctly.
• Collaborate with Operations and Quality team to provide high quality crops that meet the required production volumes
• Report Issues to the Supervisor

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Required Skills & Qualifications

• Technical degree/Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Soil Science, or a related field
• Good knowledge of plant biology, soil science, and crop health indicators
• Good knowledge of MS Office
• (Preferred) Experience with farm management software or data visualization platforms.
• Hands on approach and good attitude for manual work
• Good spoken and written English

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Soft Skills

• Proactive and motivated, keen to develop skills and knowledge
• Passionate about plants and plant production
• Good communication and reporting skills
• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced, data-driven work environment

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Reporting Line

This position reports to the Senior Agronomist - Responsible for Agronomy Development

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Compensation & Benefits Range

• Competitive salary range based on experience
• Comprehensive health benefits, travel reimbursements, and opportunities for professional development

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Application Requirements

• Updated resume

Planet Farms is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, pregnancy status, nationality, age, or disability, celebrating individual differences and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Our commitment to non-discrimination applies to all stages of the employment relationship, including hiring, training, compensation, promotion, and termination.