Production Technician 2

Syngenta Group; Perry (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation & holidays

Maternity/Paternity leave

Job summary

Syngenta Seeds, based in Perry, IA, seeks a Production Operator to run and adjust cleaning, sorting, and conveying equipment. The role focuses on inspecting product flow and maintaining seed quality while supporting data-driven decisions.

The candidate will collect samples, report non-conformities, and follow QA/QC standards, safety procedures, and site HSE policies. Strong physical stamina is required.

Qualifications

• Must perform manual labor tasks including bending, lifting, standing for long periods.
• Ability to work multiple shifts during seasonal changes.
• Accurate record-keeping of production documents.
• Strong safety awareness and adherence to procedures.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, adjust, and monitor cleaners, color sorters, gravity tables, and conveying equipment.
• Inspect product flow and equipment performance throughout production run.
• Monitor seed quality attributes such as purity, size, colour, damage, foreign material, and overall appearance.
• Collect samples and communicate quality concerns or out-of-spec product promptly to supervisor or quality team.
• Assist in keeping metrics and data dashboards to drive teamwork and data-driven decisions.
• Alert senior technicians and leadership when non-conformities occur.
• Demonstrate knowledge of QA/QC standards and compliance with internal procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve performance in production areas.
• Maintain compliance with site HSE protocols and company policies.
• Perform routine maintenance on machinery and report malfunctions promptly.

Skills

Manual labor

Shift flexibility

Record-keeping

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SCADA

Job 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

• Set up, operate, adjust, and monitor cleaners, color sorters, gravity tables, and conveying equipment
• Inspect product flow and equipment performance throughout production run
• Monitor seed quality attributes such as purity, size, colour, damage, foreign material, and overall appearance
• Collect samples and communicate quality concerns or out-of-spec product promptly to the supervisor or quality team
• Assist in keeping metrics and other information current on visual boards/data dashboards to drive teamwork and support data-driven decisions.
• Alert senior technicians and leadership as needed when non-conformities in product or process variance occur.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and adherence to company's Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) standards.
• Comply with internal procedures and support compliance with legal requirements applicable to local area.
• Identify opportunities to improve performance in accordance with production area, site and company goals.
• Maintain compliance with site HSE protocols and Syngenta HSE policies and employee code of conduct.
• Perform routine maintenance on machinery and equipment to ensure optimal performance, and report any malfunctions or repair needs promptly

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Ability to work multiple shifts during change of seasons
• 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 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.