Production Tech - GT

Iowa Ag; Muscatine, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Parental leave

401k match

Education assistance

Other perks

Job summary

Bayer in Muscatine, IA seeks a GT Production Technician to deliver safe, efficient production of quality materials. You will operate chemical processing equipment, read SOPs, stage materials, take process samples, and maintain safety and housekeeping throughout the plant.

The role starts as a trainee earning $30.42 per hour with shift differential and advances to a Qualified Technician earning $37.83 per hour once training requirements are met.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED with reading comprehension, writing, and math.
• Basic knowledge of information technology systems and applications.
• Willingness to climb and perform elevated work with ladders and fall protection.
• Position involves repetitive motion and lifting up to 60 lbs.
• Able to work rotating shifts, overtime hours, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor safe chemical processing equipment.
• Read and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Stage raw and finished materials and take samples during production.
• Maintain plant safety, housekeeping, and PPE compliance.
• Assist in product changeover activities and ensure waste is handled per SOP.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Writing

Mathematics

Communication

Teamwork

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Safety procedures

SOP reading

Job description

At Bayer we're visionaries, driven to solve the world's toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none' is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We're doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining 'impossible'. There are so many reasons to join us. If you're hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there's only one choice.

What You Will Do

The GT 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.

Benefits designed to fit your lifestyle

• Join us as a Trainee earning 30.42 per hour + Shift Differential and advance to Qualified Technician earning $37.83 per hour once training requirements are met.
• 3 weeks of paid vacation and 16 paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Minimum
• 10 weeks paid parental leave
• Retirement savings options including a very competitive 401k company match.
• Education assistance (up to 7,500.00 annually)
• And may other company perks and discounts.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• 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 60 lbs.
• 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 equipment, various hand tools, fork trucks, full-face respirator, self-contained breathing apparatus, and level A suits.

This posting will expire on September 3rd, 2026.

Employees can expect to be paid a salary of $ 30.42 per hour until training requirements are met, after which the salary is $37.83 per hour.

Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant).

Other benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc.

Ruven is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

Ruven 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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