Seed Processing Specialist – Forestry & Seed Production

PRT Growing Services Ltd.; Alabama; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

PRT Growing Services Ltd. in Alabama is hiring a Seed Specialist to operate and maintain seed processing systems at our cutting-edge facility in West Verbena. You will support seed cleaning, drying, sizing, and equipment handling while ensuring safety and efficiency.

Ideal candidates bring a degree in horticulture/forestry or related experience, strong mechanical skills, proficiency with Excel/Outlook, and the ability to work full-time including peak weekends in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in horticulture, agriculture, or forestry or equivalent experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent mechanical skills and ability to diagnose minor breakdowns.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, Outlook, and Epicor.
• Ability to work full-time including weekends during peak seasons.

Responsibilities

• Seed Processing Operations: Support seed cleaning, drying, sizing and routine maintenance of buildings and machines.
• Equipment Handling: Safely operate tractors, forklifts, boom lifts, UTVs, and power tools.
• Team Collaboration: Work with internal teams and external partners to meet production and research goals.
• Recordkeeping & Tracking: Maintain records of seed processing activities and track progress against production targets.
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute ideas to improve safety, efficiency, and operational effectiveness.
• Communication & Culture: Foster teamwork through honest, respectful communication.

Skills

Seed processing

Equipment handling

Team collaboration

Recordkeeping

Continuous improvement

Communication

Mechanical skills

Time management

Seed processing equipment

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in horticulture, agriculture, or forestry

Tools

Epicor

Job description

PRT Growing Services Ltd. in Alabama is hiring a Seed Specialist to operate and maintain seed processing systems at our cutting-edge facility in West Verbena. You will support seed cleaning, drying, sizing, and equipment handling while ensuring safety and efficiency.

Ideal candidates bring a degree in horticulture/forestry or related experience, strong mechanical skills, proficiency with Excel/Outlook, and the ability to work full-time including peak weekends in a collaborative team environment.