Production Technician 2

Syngenta; Pekin (IL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

401k plan

Paid vacation

Education assistance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Syngenta Seeds in Pekin, IL is seeking an experienced production operator to run conditioning tower equipment, monitor flow, moisture and quality, and perform routine checks per established procedures.

You will maintain accurate production records, assist with preventive maintenance, and report issues promptly while supporting packaging, warehouse and other plant activities. Requires a high school diploma and 3+ years of experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum 3+ years of relevant production experience.
• Ability to work multiple shifts and perform physical tasks.
• Ability to lift, push and pull up to 70 pounds.
• Accurate record-keeping of production documents.

Responsibilities

• Operate conditioning tower equipment and related control systems.
• Monitor product flow, equipment performance, moisture, and quality.
• Perform routine checks and collect samples per procedures.
• Maintain production records, lot traceability, downtime logs, and inventory transactions.
• Report malfunctions, quality issues, safety risks, spills, or mix-ups immediately.
• Follow site safety, environmental, quality, and seed stewardship procedures.
• Support receiving, packaging, warehouse, and other plant activities as needed.
• Collaborate with supervisors, maintenance, and QA to meet targets.

Skills

3+ years experience

Manual labor

Able to lift 70 lbs

Multiple shifts

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SCADA

Job description

Company Description

Syngenta Seeds is one of the world’s largest developers and producers of seed for farmers, commercial growers, retailers and small seed companies. Syngenta seeds improve the quality and yields of crops. High-quality seeds ensure better and more productive crops, which is why farmers invest in them. Advanced seeds help mitigate risks such as disease and drought and allow farmers to grow food using less land, less water and fewer inputs.

Syngenta Seeds brings farmers more vigorous, stronger, resistant plants, including innovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops that can thrive even in challenging growing conditions.

Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States.

Job Description

• Operate conditioning tower equipment, including cleaners, color sorters, gravity tables, and associated control systems.
• Monitor product flow, equipment performance, moisture, quality results, and process settings; make approved adjustments as needed.
• Perform routine product checks and collect samples according to established quality procedures.
• Complete production records, lot traceability documentation, downtime logs, and inventory transactions accurately and on time.
• Conduct pre-operational inspections, housekeeping, basic preventive maintenance, and minor troubleshooting.
• Identify and report equipment malfunctions, quality concerns, safety risks, spills, or product mix-ups immediately.
• Follow all site safety, environmental, quality, seed stewardship, and standard operating procedures.
• Maintain strict lot identity and prevent cross-contamination through proper cleanout, labeling, and changeover practices.
• Support receiving, packaging, warehouse, and other plant activities as production needs require.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors, maintenance, quality, and fellow operators to meet daily production targets.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Ability to work multiple shifts.
• Able to perform manual labor tasks, such as bending, lifting, and standing for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, push, pull up to 70 pounds.
• Accurate record-keeping of production documents.
• Ability to effectively work in assigned areas of plant, such as warehouse, packaging, treating.

Critical Success Factors & Key Challenges

• Knowledge of safety procedures and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Basic knowledge of relevant production software (SCADA).
• Knowledge of routine maintenance procedures.
• Accurate record-keeping of production documents.

Additional Information

What We Offer:

• A culture that celebrates belonging 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.
• Salary range $45,600 - $68,4000

Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal. Learn more about our team and our mission here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVCN_51GbNI

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.