Herbicide Operator 3

Syngenta Group; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 51,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401k with company match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Education Assistance

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Syngenta Group is seeking a packaging operator at our Omaha, NE site to operate packaging lines and ensure safety and efficiency. The role requires maintaining at least 85% OEE, following standard work, and working the 2:00pm–10:00pm shift with potential overtime. Candidates should be able to lift up to 50 lbs and wear PPE. US work eligibility is required.

The position offers full benefits and opportunities to contribute to lean improvements and safety initiatives within our production team.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Maintain packaging line OEE at least 85%.
• Participate in near miss reporting and 5Why investigations.
• Implement Lean ideas and safety observations for continuous improvement.
• Must wear PPE and capable of lifting up to 50 lbs daily.
• US work eligibility; no relocation benefits.

Responsibilities

• Operate various packaging equipment and follow standard work.
• Perform procedural tasks safely and efficiently.
• Troubleshoot equipment with assistance and resolve issues.
• Use safety gear such as respirators and protective clothing.
• Maintain packaging line OEE and provide corrective actions when targets are not met.
• Operate forklift and other packaging equipment as needed.
• Work overtime and second shift 2:00pm–10:00pm; may change.
• Generate and maintain accurate records.
• Uphold safety, environmental and housekeeping standards.
• Comply with site policies and procedures.

Skills

OEE 85%

Safety awareness

Lean thinking

PPE compliance

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

• Compensation: USD 51,200 - USD 76,800 - yearly

Company Description

At Syngenta Crop Protection, we're pioneering solutions that safeguard global food security while championing sustainable agriculture. As a world market leader headquartered in Switzerland, we empower farmers with innovative crop protection technologies that defend against nature's toughest challenges. We unite advanced science with digital solutions to develop intelligent crop protection that maximizes yields while minimizing environmental impact. Join our mission of revolutionizing plant protection from seed to harvest.

Job Description

• Operate various types of packaging equipment.
• Perform proceduraltasks safely and efficiently.
• Troubleshoot equipment with assistance and solve problems
• Effectively use safety equipment such as respirators and protective clothing.
• Follow operator standard work to maintain packaging line Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Provide feedback and corrective actions when processes during the shift do not meet target OEE.
• Perform procedural operations safely and efficiently
• Operate forklift and various types of packaging equipment
• Work overtime and second shift hours 2:00pm- 10:00pm subject to change.
• Generate and maintain accurate records
• Maintain and improve safety, environmental and housekeeping standards.
• Work within site policies & procedures

Qualifications

• Minimum High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• Packaging lines maintain at least 85% Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Participates in near miss/incident reporting and 5WHY/incident investigations.
• Lean idea generation and behavioral based safety observations are completed to promote continuous improvement in the formulation units.
• All applicants must be eligible to work in the US. No Relocation Benefits available.
• Must be able to wear the required PPE.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs up to 50 lbs once per day.

Additional Information

What We Offer:

• A culture that celebratesbelonging and collaboration, promotes professional development and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members.Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs.
• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day.
• 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution.
• Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits.

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.