Prod Tech

Bayer CropScience Limited; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Vision

Dental

Retirement

PTO

Sick leave

Job summary

Bayer CropScience Limited is seeking a Production Technician to support the production of quality materials in a safe, efficient manner. The role requires knowledge of products, raw materials, and procedures to control equipment that processes substances into specified products.

Responsibilities include safe operation of processing equipment, staging materials, sampling, waste handling, and complying with SOPs. Shift work and overtime are part of the schedule.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED with reading comprehension, writing, and math proficiency.
• Willingness to climb and perform elevated work with fall protection.
• Ability to use information technology systems and applications.
• Position involves repetitive motion and lifting up to 60 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment safely and efficiently.
• Read and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Stage raw and finished materials; take samples during production.
• Decontaminate equipment and piping for maintenance or disposal.
• Maintain waste handling, labeling, and satellite accumulation areas.
• Operate during rail movement with forklifts and radio communications.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Writing

Math

IT systems

Climbing

Lifting 60 lbs

Safety compliance

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Prod Tech

What You Will Do

The Production Technician is responsible for production of quality technical materials and intermediates in a safe and efficient manner. Uses knowledge of products, raw materials, and operating procedures to control equipment that processes substances into specified products.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Responsible for the safe operation of chemical processing equipment.
• Read and understand Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Stages raw and finished materials.
• Takes required samples during production process.
• Decontaminates equipment and piping for maintenance or disposal.
• Utilizes Personal Protective Equipment Matrix. Maintains inventories of disposable, production, and safety related materials.
• Recognizes material compatibilities.
• Conducts charging and filling operations.
• Maintains plant Hazard Communication labeling program.
• Performs general housekeeping duties throughout the plant area.
• Assists in product changeover activities. Basics of plant/unit operations and safety equipment.
• Responsible for plant/unit operations and safety equipment.
• Recognizes and operates basic process elements.
• RCRA hazardous waste regulations, waste determinations, waste codes, and how to immediately communicate discovery of spills and leaks.
• Handles waste and other contaminated trash per SOP.
• Responsible for labeling, inspection, and recordkeeping requirements to accumulate waste in satellite accumulation areas, containers, and tanks.
• Operates forklifts, shuttle wagon, and radio communication during rail movement operations.

Required Qualifications

• HS 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.
• Willingness to climb with the ability to perform elevated work utilizing portable ladders and fall protection equipment.
• Position involves repetitive motion and/or repetitive lifting up to 60lbs.
• Able to work rotating shift, including required overtime hours and weekends to support the business needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Manufacturing or Agriculture Operations experience, Military, or similar experience.
• Experience operating a fork truck.
• Good mechanical and troubleshooting skills.
• Personal focus on safety, teamwork, and adaptability.
• Strong written & verbal communication skills and the ability to listed.
• Able to work without direct supervision in a diverse team environment.
• Successful candidates will be able to use: computer control/display screens, process pumps and ewuipment, various hand tools, fork trucks, full-face respirator, self-contained breathing apparatus, and level A suits.

Benefits and Compensation

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.

Equal Opportunity and Accommodation

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.

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Job Details

Division: Crop Science

Reference Code: 878464

FunctionalArea: Production&Manufacturing

Location: United States : Iowa : Muscatine

Employment Type: Regular

Position Grade: STEP

Contact Us

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Creve Coeur, MO [phone], option #5 63167| OR Submit a ticket via the self-service option by visiting go/askhr

Post Expiry

This posting will expire on August 21, 2026.