Packaging Tech

Iowa Ag; Muscatine, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Paid vacation and holidays

Health, dental, vision, prescription

Parental leave (10 weeks)

401(k) with company match

Educational assistance up to $7,500

Job summary

Bayer Crop Science in Muscatine, IA, is hiring a Packaging Technician to operate and maintain packaging equipment, ensuring safe and efficient production on rotating shifts. You will support a diverse team and contribute to quality and safety standards across the line.

You will mentor teammates, document actions, and uphold 5S practices while participating in ongoing training and skill development opportunities. The role offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with reading, writing, and math proficiency.
• Basic knowledge of IT systems and applications.
• Strong safety mindset, teamwork, and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and repair packaging equipment and troubleshoot related issues.
• Provide leadership and direction to contractor employees on shift to follow Bayer policies.
• Perform mechanical and preventative maintenance on packaging equipment.
• Document actions and adjustments for a safe shift exchange.
• Complete safety, quality, environmental, and inventory reports.
• Operate process control systems (PLC & DeltaV) to manage product transfers.
• Mentor peers and provide developmental coaching to colleagues.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow 5S practices.

Skills

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Adaptability

Communication skills

Feedback skills

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

PLC systems

DeltaV

Forklift

Hand tools

Job description

Packaging Technician Opportunity Knocking – be a part of something big. Bayer Crop Science in Muscatine, Iowa has a great environment and are looking for team-oriented colleagues like yourself, to help achieve company success. There are so many reasons to join us.

Benefits designed to fit your lifestyle:

• Initial starting salary of $30.42/hour + Shift Differential
• 3 weeks Paid Vacation and 16 paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription
• 10 weeks minimum Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Savings options including competitive 401k company match
• Educational Assistance (up to $7,500.00 annually)
• And many more company Perks and Discounts

What you’ll do:

Packaging Technicians are responsible for the safe operation of chemical processing & packaging equipment. Technicians use knowledge of process and operating procedures to control, monitor, and troubleshoot equipment used to package goods into containers. Product transfers and equipment adjustments are made both manually and using process control systems.

Key Tasks:

• Operate, maintain, and repair packaging equipment as well as troubleshoot problems associated with equipment, process, or systems
• Provide Leadership and direction to contractor employees on shift to ensure all work tasks are completed efficiently and safely according to Bayer policies
• Perform mechanical maintenance and preventative maintenance on packaging equipment
• Complete equipment repair notifications and work directly with Maintenance Technicians on any repairs requiring their assistance
• Document actions and adjustments during shift to ensure a complete and safe shift exchange
• Document and complete safety, quality, environmental, and inventory control reports
• Conduct equipment isolations and issue work permits to contractors and maintenance and monitor progress through completion of work
• Assist in preparation, review, and approval of key process documentation (i.e., operating, cleanout, start up, shutdown procedures, process flow and instrumentation diagrams)
• Complete required safety, quality, product sampling, and environmental checks and follow up on any deficiencies
• Mentor, teach and provide developmental coaching to peers and contractor operators. Set and complete personal development goals
• Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy work environment by supporting and completing 5S practices as well as all area and plant policies and procedures

About You:

• High School Diploma or GED with at least that level in reading comprehension, writing, and math
• Basic knowledge of and ability to use information technology systems and applications
• Personal focus on safety, teamwork, and adaptability
• Strong written & verbal communication skills
• Ability to give and receive feedback in a professional manner
• Able to work without direct supervision in a diverse team environment
• Able to work rotating shift

Preferred Qualification:

• Two years of manufacturing, agriculture operations experience, Military, or similar experience
• Ability to use information technology systems and applications
• Forklift operation
• Ability to use various hand tools
• One year operating/repairing packaging equipment or related equipment
• Ability to troubleshoot and complete mechanical repairs or preventive maintenance on equipment
• Operate Computer Control Systems (PLC & Delta V)
• Leadership of a team or small group

Posting Available until Augsut 28th, 2026. Employees can expect to be paid a salary of $30.42 per hour. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Other benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc. If selected for this role, the offer may vary based on market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.

Job postings will remain open for a minimum of ten business days and are subject to immediate closure thereafter without additional notice.

Ruveon is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans. Ruveon is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below.

Division: Crop Science Reference Code 878193 Functional Area: [[filter6]] Location: Muscatine Employment Type: [[filter7]] Position Grade: [[cust_subgrade]]