Seed Production Technician - Automation & Growth

Vylor Inc.; Durant (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Vylor Inc. in Durant, Iowa is hiring a Production Technician to join our crops production team. You will participate in harvest activities, operate and monitor highly automated equipment, and assist with conditioning, packing, and warehouse duties.

The role requires physical ability, a valid US driver’s license, and teamwork in a safety-focused environment. We offer strong health benefits, paid time off, parental leave, and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or obtainable within 12 months
• Two-year technical/associates degree preferred in Agriculture/Manufacturing/Operations
• Ability to learn company-specific applications and use MS Office
• Willingness to work in all weather conditions and lift up to 50 lbs
• Must have valid US Driver’s License and good communication skills

Responsibilities

• Participate in harvest-related tasks including preparation, drying, shelling, and packaging
• Monitor highly automated equipment and perform quality checks
• Support warehouse activities and forklift operation
• Assist with field and logistics coordination and equipment handling
• Commit to safety protocols and rotating shifts including nights/weekends

Skills

Strong computer aptitude

LEAN Manufacturing

Team player

Forklift operation

Good communication

Detail-oriented

Willing to work nights/weekends

Education

Two-year technical/associates degree

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Vylor Inc. in Durant, Iowa is hiring a Production Technician to join our crops production team. You will participate in harvest activities, operate and monitor highly automated equipment, and assist with conditioning, packing, and warehouse duties.

The role requires physical ability, a valid US driver’s license, and teamwork in a safety-focused environment. We offer strong health benefits, paid time off, parental leave, and a retirement plan.