Seed Production Tech II — QC & Data-Driven Ops

Syngenta; Grand Junction (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Full benefits package (Medical, Dental

401k with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Syngenta Seeds in the United States is seeking a Production Technician to set up and operate seed processing equipment, monitor product flow, and ensure high-quality seed lots meet purity and size specifications. You will document, sample, and communicate any issues to the quality team, while supporting data dashboards for team decisions.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of relevant experience, can work multiple shifts, and perform physical tasks including lifting up to 70 pounds.

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.

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 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 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

Skills

Manual labor

Lifting 70 lbs

Record-keeping

SCADA knowledge

Shift flexibility

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SCADA

Job description

Syngenta Seeds in the United States is seeking a Production Technician to set up and operate seed processing equipment, monitor product flow, and ensure high-quality seed lots meet purity and size specifications. You will document, sample, and communicate any issues to the quality team, while supporting data dashboards for team decisions.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of relevant experience, can work multiple shifts, and perform physical tasks including lifting up to 70 pounds.