Seed Production Technician - Entry Level (Field & Lab)

HarveStaff; Grinnell (IA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

HarveStaff LLC is seeking an Entry Level Seed Technician in Grinnell, IA, to support daily seed production tasks. You will handle seed processing, packaging, inventory control, and field/lab data collection, while following safety SOPs and maintaining organized work areas.

The role emphasizes hands-on seed production, data entry, and basic equipment troubleshooting in a contract position starting Nov 17, 2026. Some outdoor work is included with indoor responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in seed production, agriculture, manufacturing, or lab ops is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform seed processing and packaging including receiving, scanning, cleaning, treating, sorting, labeling, and warehousing.
• Assist with outdoor seed production activities such as planting and data entry.
• Perform preventive maintenance and basic troubleshooting of equipment.
• Collect data electronically in field and lab settings using devices.
• Organize and track seed materials with inventory systems.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of seed materials.
• Follow SOPs, site safety procedures, and maintain clean work area.

Skills

Seed processing

Data entry

Equipment troubleshooting

Inventory management

Excel

Attention to detail

English instructions

1–3 years experience

Basic mechanical skills

Education

HS diploma or GED

Seed/agriculture training or experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

HarveStaff LLC is seeking an Entry Level Seed Technician in Grinnell, IA, to support daily seed production tasks. You will handle seed processing, packaging, inventory control, and field/lab data collection, while following safety SOPs and maintaining organized work areas.

The role emphasizes hands-on seed production, data entry, and basic equipment troubleshooting in a contract position starting Nov 17, 2026. Some outdoor work is included with indoor responsibilities.