​Position Title: Agronomist - Contract Role

Position Type: Temporary - Full-Time ​

Position Location: Othello 

Requisition ID: 38811 

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In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and passionate about creating exceptional work experiences — together.  With a customer-first mindset, we make doing business with McCain easy.

McCain Foods, the world’s largest potato processing company, is seeking an Agronomist to join our Agriculture team in Othello, Washington. 

As part of our North America Agriculture organization, you’ll play a key role in supporting potato production and grower engagement in the region. The Agronomist will collaborate closely with local growers, internal stakeholders, and industry partners to ensure optimal crop performance, drive innovation through research and technology adoption, and strengthen grower relationships.

Please note this is a full-time, contract position. This role will report to the Agronomy Manager, West. 

• Participate in the research, evaluation, and extension of new technologies, driving grower adoption and collaboration with local universities, research institutions, and private partners.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with growers across the region, delivering technical solutions and best practices that enhance yield and quality.

• Lead local potato variety development through regional trials and commercialization efforts in partnership with the North America Agronomy Optimization and Variety Development teams.

• Contribute to the North America Agronomy strategic plan and deploy grower improvement plans and annual performance goals to drive breakthrough results.

• Develop and share recommendations on Best Management Practices (BMPs) related to crop nutrients, protectants, and storage management to optimize plant health and productivity.

• Collaborate with McCain Field Representatives to collect, maintain, and analyze data on crop development, quality, and yield throughout the growing and storage seasons.

• Utilize McCain’s digital systems — including the Potato Database (PDB), Potato Contracting & Receiving (PC&R), and GMS — to track, analyze, and report agronomic performance.

• Participate in and, at times, lead workstreams or key initiatives that support the Agriculture strategy.

• Attend relevant industry meetings and field days to expand technical expertise and maintain a deep understanding of potato production trends across North America.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor of Science degree in Plant Science, Soil Science, Agronomy, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.

• Demonstrated experience in potato production and storage practices.

• Strong analytical, statistical, and computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills — including comfort with public speaking.

• Proven ability to multitask, prioritize, and work effectively in fast-paced environments.

• Commitment to safety and sustainable agricultural practices.

Other Information

• Willingness to work outdoors and monitor crop health in varying weather conditions.

• Must be comfortable conducting in-person field and potato storage monitoring.

• Ability to supervise and direct the work of seasonal and hourly staff.

• Knowledge of or interest in developing new agronomic techniques and technologies.

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Compensation Package: $65,500.00 - $87,400.00 . USD hourly annual base salary equivalency, paid in alignment to contract term

The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education and training, and other organizational needs.

Benefits: At McCain, we’re on a mission to create a winning culture that puts employee safety and well-being at the heart of what we do, every day. We understand and appreciate that each person’s needs are unique and ensure our benefits & well-being programs reflect that. Should this role hold a duration of 6 months or longer, you will be eligible for our full benefits suite. This includes the following benefits: health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug), retirement savings benefits, and leave support including medical, family and bereavement. Well-being programs include vacation and holidays, company-supported volunteering time, and mental health resources. Coverages are aligned with country, provincial and state governing plans and can vary by work level, location and and nature of the role. Additional benefit details available during the application process.

Your well-being matters to us, and we’re here to provide you with the necessary resources to support you in being your best self at work — and at home.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
 
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Job Family: Agriculture      
Location(s): US - United States of America : Washington : Othello 

Company: McCain Foods USA, Inc.