Seed Conditioning & Warehouse Operator

ISU Research Park; Iowa; Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision insurance

Retirement packages

Job summary

Stine Seed Company in Story City, Iowa is seeking a Plant Operator to support seed preparation and warehousing operations. You will work under the tower operations coordinator and GM to condition seed, collect samples, and maintain equipment.

The role requires effective communication, teamwork, and the ability to work overtime during peak seasons. Bilingual Spanish/English candidates are highly valued for cross-training and flexibility.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong team player with ability to work independently.
• Willing to work in plant and warehouse areas.
• Willing to stand and sit for extended periods.
• Willingness to work overtime including weekends during seasonal peaks.
• Bilingual in Spanish/English highly sought.
• Cross-trained to share responsibilities as needed.

Responsibilities

• Receive and condition seed under direction of tower operations coordinator and GM.
• Operate seed conditioning equipment per shift assignment.
• Assist in collecting soybean samples for lab analysis and quality checks.
• Deliver tower samples daily to production office.
• Assist with seed count calculations to establish 140M unit size.
• Support tower operations and packaging foreman with workflow.
• Perform repair and maintenance with limited millwright duties; act as Lock Out/Tag Out official when needed.
• Handle related duties during daily operations.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Independence

Bilingual Spanish/English

Overtime readiness

Adaptability

Job description

Stine Seed Company in Story City, Iowa is seeking a Plant Operator to support seed preparation and warehousing operations. You will work under the tower operations coordinator and GM to condition seed, collect samples, and maintain equipment.

The role requires effective communication, teamwork, and the ability to work overtime during peak seasons. Bilingual Spanish/English candidates are highly valued for cross-training and flexibility.