Seasonal Seed Production Technician

GDM; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

GDM Seeds is seeking a temporary/seasonal Operations Assistant in Illinois to support seed production, conditioning, warehousing and shipping processes. This entry-level role offers exposure to day-to-day seed production activities and hands-on learning in a fast-paced agribusiness environment.

You will assist in field and warehouse operations, operate equipment under supervision, and help maintain safety and accuracy in paperwork.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required.
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs.
• Ability to work outdoors 60% of the time.
• Valid driver’s license and meet MVR requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist daily production operations including product returns, rebag, retag, field activities, shipping/receiving, conditioning/bagging.
• Work in plant & warehouse or field operations.
• Warehousing and load building as necessary, including load checking for accuracy.
• Assist in maintenance of field and plant equipment.
• Assist in field operations and scouting.
• Operate dryer and sheller under supervision.
• Assist in Bulk Seed movement and management.
• Assist in seed conditioning and treating operations.
• Follow all safety & housekeeping procedures.
• Operate heavy equipment such as tractors, detasseling machines, lawnmowers, forklifts, tractor– trailers, tandem trucks, etc.
• Accurately complete all required paperwork and documentation in a timely manner
• Other duties as assigned

Job description

GDM Seeds is seeking a temporary/seasonal Operations Assistant in Illinois to support seed production, conditioning, warehousing and shipping processes. This entry-level role offers exposure to day-to-day seed production activities and hands-on learning in a fast-paced agribusiness environment.

You will assist in field and warehouse operations, operate equipment under supervision, and help maintain safety and accuracy in paperwork.