Top 19 Plant breeder Jobs in California

Plant Breeder
BALL HORTICULTURAL COMPANY —Guadalupe, CA
- $110,000 - $145,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor's degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
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Assistant Plant Breeder
Ocean Mist Farms —Coachella, CA
- $77,350 - $84,400 a year
- Extended hours
- Spanish
- Management
- Writing skills
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Associate Breeder: Blackberry GE Trait Breeding & Strawberry Pre-Breeding
Plant Sciences Genetics —Watsonville, CA
- $95,000 - $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- Laboratory experience
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Breeding Operations Associate
Bayer —Woodland, CA
- $78,640 - $117,960 a year
- Spanish
- Computer science
- Computer Science
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Farm Manager
Sun World International, LLC —Wasco, CA
- $104,500 - $128,000 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Relocation assistance
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Assistant Breeder
BALL HORTICULTURAL COMPANY —Guadalupe, CA
- $22.50 - $36.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Management
- Heavy lifting
- Bachelor of Science
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
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High Throughput Phenotyping Research Associate – Strawberry Breeding
Driscoll's, Inc. —Watsonville, CA
- $76,810 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Inventory management
- Mid-level
- Office
- Profit sharing
- Disability insurance
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Operations and Business Development
Nacre Capital —Davis, CA
- Full-time
- Data analysis skills
- Mid-level
- Communication skills
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Nursery Technician
710 Labs —Oakland, CA
- $22 - $23 an hour
- Basic math
- 21 years or older
- Communication skills
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Farm Assistant I
United Genetics Seeds Co. —Hollister, CA
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Spanish
- English
- Research
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Jr. Specialist – UC Davis Strawberry Breeding Program
University of California, Davis —Davis, CA
- $57,000 - $60,700 a year
- Spanish
- 3 years
- Driver's License
Harvest Technician (Wet Trim)
710 Labs —Oakland, CA
- $18.85 an hour
- 21 years or older
- Entry level
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Maintenance Mechanic
Breeders Choice —Irwindale, CA
- $23 - $25 an hour
- Temporary
- Mid-level
- Office
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Sample Coordinator/ Product Management Data Assistant
United Genetics Seeds Co. —Hollister, CA
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Spanish
- Microsoft Outlook
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Assistant Plant Breeder
Ocean Mist Farms —Coachella, CA
Bachelor’s degree in crop science, plant genetics, Agronomy, or related field is required. Strong understanding of field trial design and seed production…
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BALL HORTICULTURAL COMPANY —Guadalupe, CA
As part of training and to gain proficiency, an Assistant Plant Breeder may also have some small, limited plant breeding projects of their own, assigned by a…
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Plant Breeder

BALL HORTICULTURAL COMPANY -
Guadalupe, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$110,000 - $145,000 a year

Benefits

Profit sharing
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Employee assistance program

Qualifications

Program design
Plant breeding
Product strategy
Plant genetics
Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description

Description:

Ball FloraPlant is seeking a Plant Breeder with deep experience in vegetatively propagated ornamental crops. Reporting to the North American Breeding Director, this role is well suited for a breeder who enjoys owning programs end-to-end—from setting breeding direction through variety release—while staying closely connected to the work itself.

The Plant Breeder will lead breeding strategy for assigned crops, make advancement decisions, and ensure new varieties are differentiated, and market relevant. Based at Guadalupe, California, the role requires strong communication, collaboration, and sound judgment to move ideas efficiently from breeding to commercial reality.

Key Responsibilities

Lead breeding programs for high-value vegetatively propagated crops from germplasm development through commercial release.
Set breeding priorities and make advancement decisions that balance innovation, risk, and time-to-market.
Stay hands-on with breeding activities while mentoring one direct report and supporting technical development.
Translate grower, market, and production needs into clear, actionable breeding targets.
Drive steady progress in trial performance, selection quality, and release readiness.
Apply modern breeding tools and data-driven approaches to improve efficiency and decision-making.
Work closely with production, supply chain, pathology, and product teams to ensure varieties are scalable and reliable.
Travel (~25%) to review trials, engage with growers, and stay connected to global market trends.

Requirements:

Ph.D. with 5+ years, M.S. with 6+ years, or B.S. with 9+ years of applied experience in clonal ornamental breeding or related crops.
Proven track record of owning breeding programs and delivering commercially successful varieties.
Strong foundation in plant breeding, genetics, and applied use of modern breeding tools.
Comfortable making clear decisions and trade-offs in real-world, production-focused environments.
Collaborative communicator who connects technical work to practical outcomes.
Willingness to relocate to Guadalupe, CA, and travel domestically and internationally.
Strategic program ownership and prioritization
Clear, adaptable communication across functions
Commercial and market-focused thinking
Sound decision-making in dynamic environments
Collaborative, practical problem-solving

Salary Range: $110-145k

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand for long periods of time.
Ability to lift to 40 lbs.
Ability to work in hot and cold temperature environments
Ability to see and manipulate small objects (flower parts)
Must possess the ability to walk and maneuver through the greenhouse and in between benches and stand for long periods of time.

Why This Role | Why Ball FloraPlant

Ball Flora Plant brings differentiated genetics to the global ornamental market through innovation, quality, and strong breeder ownership. Our success is built on creating plants that stand out—visually, technically, and commercially.

This role offers the opportunity to own meaningful breeding work from early concept through commercial release in an environment where originality matters and decisions have real impact. You’ll work closely with production and commercial teams to ensure new varieties are both distinctive and successful in the market. For breeders motivated by innovation, accountability, and seeing their work grown worldwide, Ball FloraPlant offers a compelling place to design and deliver great genetics.

Our promise to you:

We create excitement in the world of flowers and are the first choice for service. We deliver all the best and nothing else! To you, we deliver a work environment and a culture where building long-lasting relationships internally and externally is important. We believe that good communication, sharing ideas and collaborating on projects will set us up for success. We keep both our feet on the ground and are approachable.

In addition to this we provide a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes:

Medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance
401k/Profit Sharing Retirement Plan
Paid time off benefits including vacation and holidays
Tuition assistance
Employee Assistance Program and Positive Health programs

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