Team Lead Agricultural Machinery operator

Team Lead Agricultural Machinery operator - Magnuszowice, Opole Region

Field of Work: Breeding stations

Location: Prusy, Kondratowice, PL

Legal Entity: KWS Lochow Polska

Contract Type: Regular

Is Full Time?: Yes

Onsite/ Remote: Onsite

Job ID: 16707

Join KWS Lochow Polska and work with modern technologies while shaping the future of agriculture

KWS Lochow Polska Sp. z o.o.is one of the leading companies specializing in the breeding of new plant varieties and the production of high-quality seed material. Our portfolio includes hybrid rye, wheat, barley, oats, corn, rapeseed, and sugar beet.

Due to the dynamic growth of our company, we are looking for aTeam Leader / Agricultural Machinery Operatorto join our agricultural farm inMagnuszowice (Opole Region, Poland).

In this role, you will work with modern agricultural machinery and technologies, supporting efficient field operations and ensuring high crop quality. Your work will have a direct impact on plant breeding processes and seed production.

We offer full-time employment and the opportunity to start immediately. You will join an international organization where teamwork, commitment, professional development, and openness to new technologies and innovative solutions are highly valued.

Join KWS and help create solutions that shape the future of agriculture

Key Responsibilities as Team Leader / Agricultural Machinery Operator:

• Independently organize and coordinate farm operations, including task allocation, team supervision, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Support the Farm Manager in planning field operations and conducting field inspections.
• Coordinate warehouse activities, including receiving and issuing materials, monitoring inventory levels, and maintaining records of fuel and crop protection products.
• Maintain administrative and warehouse documentation and work with computer-based systems.
• Oversee the technical condition of machinery, equipment, and vehicles, including organizing inspections, maintenance, and repairs.
• Operate agricultural machinery and vehicles in accordance with qualifications and licenses, including tractors, combines, loaders, and forklifts.
• Contribute to the successful execution of field operations to ensure high crop quality and productivity.
• Maintain equipment in proper working condition and ensure a safe and organized workplace.
• Work with crop protection products and perform tasks at heights above 3 meters in accordance with applicable health and safety regulations.
• Flexibly combine team leadership and machinery operation responsibilities depending on the farm's needs.

Professional Competencies and Qualifications:

• Secondary or higher education, preferably in agriculture or a related field.
• Practical knowledge of farm operations and agricultural fieldwork.
• Ability to organize work and coordinate team activities.
• Valid Category B and T driving licenses and authorization to operate agricultural machinery and vehicles; combine harvester, forklift, and telescopic loader licenses are considered an advantage.
• Training or certification for the use of crop protection products is desirable.
• Good computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Very good command of Polish; knowledge of English is an advantage.

Personal and Organizational Competencies:

• Ability to work independently with strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• High level of responsibility, accuracy, and reliability.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment, initiative, and flexibility.
• Availability and willingness to work shifts and weekends, particularly during peak seasonal periods, according to the farm work schedule.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to work with modern tools and technologies.
• Participation in training programs, workshops, and access to expertise from KWS Group specialists.
• Friendly working atmosphere within a collaborative team.
• Competitive compensation package and attractive benefits, including:
  • Private medical care
  • Life insurance
  • Pension plan
  • Additional vacation days
  • Company laptop
  • Company mobile phone

KWS is one of the world's leading plant breeding companies and employs around 5,000 employees in more than 70 countries. With the tradition of family ownership, KWS has operated independently for more than 170 years. It focuses on plant breeding and the production and sale of seeds for sugarbeet, corn, cereals, vegetables, oilseed rape and sunflowers. KWS uses leading-edge plant breeding metho