KWS Group

Agricultural Machinery Mechanic & Operator (m/f/d) - Magnuszowice, Opole Region

KWS Group  •  Hybrid  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

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 three individuals to join our new agricultural farm in Magnuszowice near Opole (Poland) as:

Agricultural Machinery Mechanic/ Operator

Field Operations Team Leader / Agricultural Machinery Operator

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

Key Responsibilities (Mechanic / Operator)

  • Operate agricultural machinery and vehicles, including tractors, combines, loaders, and forklifts, in accordance with your qualifications and certifications.
  • Perform field operations related to sowing, crop maintenance, and harvesting, and support field trial activities.
  • Diagnose faults, carry out repairs and maintenance, and oversee the technical condition of machinery, equipment, and vehicles.
  • Apply knowledge of agricultural machinery design and operating principles while ensuring proper and cost-effective use.
  • Maintain order, safety, and equipment condition, and comply with health and safety regulations, including when working with crop protection products and at heights above 3 meters.
  • Flexibly combine operator and mechanic duties depending on the farm’s operational needs.

Requirements

  • Vocational, secondary, or agricultural education; a technical or mechanical background is considered an advantage.
  • Practical experience working on a farm and performing field operations.
  • Category B and T driving licenses and authorization to operate agricultural machinery and vehicles.
  • Combine harvester, forklift, telescopic loader, and welding certifications are considered an advantage.
  • Training or certification for the use of plant protection products is desirable.
  • Very good command of the Polish language.

Personal and Organizational Competencies

  • Independence, responsibility, accuracy, and reliability in performing assigned tasks.
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills, commitment, and initiative.
  • Willingness to work shifts and weekends according to the farm schedule, especially during peak seasonal periods.

What We Offer

  • Stable full-time employment under an employment contract.
  • Opportunity to work with modern tools and technologies.
  • Participation in training programs, workshops, and access to the expertise of KWS Group specialists.
  • A friendly and collaborative working environment.
  • Competitive salary and an attractive benefits package, including:
  • Private medical care
  • Life insurance
  • Pension program
  • Additional vacation days

If you are a committed, reliable, and motivated individual ready to take on a new challenge, we would love to hear from you!

Please submit your application (CV, cover letter, and information regarding your expected gross monthly salary) through our online application system.

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

We offer full-time employment with the opportunity to start immediately. You will join an international organization that values teamwork, commitment, professional development, and openness to new technologies and innovative

KWS Group

About KWS Group

KWS is one of the world’s leading plant breeding companies. With the tradition of family ownership, KWS has operated independently for more than 165 years. We focus on plant breeding and the production and sale of seed for corn, sugar beet, cereals, rapeseed, sunflowers and vegetables. KWS uses leading-edge plant breeding methods. Ca.5,000 employees represent KWS in more than 70 countries.

At KWS we work in an international environment with motivated employees and experienced teams. We want you to contribute your know-how and knowledge, your creativity and entrepreneurial spirit. We will provide you with continuous support for further professional and personal development.

This is how we think and act at KWS. If you share this viewpoint and want to seed the future with us, visit us on: www.kws.com/career.

Industry
Agriculture & Forestry
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Einbeck, DE
Year Founded
1856
Website
kws.com
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