Production Technician 2 — Seed QC & Equipment Specialist

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, 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.