The Lipman family has been in the produce business since the late 1940’s and operates the largest vertically integrated, private tomato grower/packer/shipper operation in the United States.  Lipman Family Companies have both seasonal and year-round vegetable operations in Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee, Arizona, Maryland, Arkansas, and California.  Our vision is to be the premier provider of safe, quality produce through strategically placed farming, packing, sales and distribution networks serving major wholesale, retail and food service establishments throughout North America.  An aggressive, highly experienced R&D division has been formed to support the entire business channel with innovative new products.
 
LFC’s Research and Development Division is located in Estero, FL in close proximity to the Naples/Fort Myers metropolitan area.  We have an immediate opening for a Seed Stock & Quality Assurance Specialist in our tomato R&D program.  This position will be responsible to plan and execute all facets of foundation and stock seed increases.  In addition, the position will assume primary responsibility for all seed related quality assurance testing activities related to LFC’s proprietary tomato hybrids and parents.

 
The ability to travel both domestically and internationally is essential.  Employee will interact with LFC operations staff and third party production and QA contractors.
 
The qualified candidate should possess both training and direct experience in the areas of seed multiplication and seed testing.  Candidates should also be familiar with general principles of tomato seedling and field production techniques.  A B.S. or M.S. degree in Seed Technology/Multiplication, Seed Quality Assurance, Horticulture, Plant Science, Breeding or similar discipline is preferred; however, those with closely aligned seed industry level qualifications may also apply.  Training in plant/seed pathology, agricultural QA testing, seed multiplication/processing, seed germination, and breeding/genetic techniques is desirable.  Strong computer, organizational and leadership skills are keys for success.  Must be able to live and work full-time in the U.S. with ability to travel globally without restrictions.  Bilingual skills (Spanish/English and/or Chinese/English) are important.  LFC offers a competitive salary, bonus and benefits package.

 
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States at the time of application and must provide proof of authorization to work in the United States.  The company is not participating in documentation programs for this position and will not assist candidates in obtaining proper authorization to work in the United States.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to send a cover letter including salary requirements along with their resume via email to maria.jimenez@lipmanproduce.com, or fax to 239-657-9764: