Seed Production Technician II — QA/QC, Equipment & Data

Syngenta Seeds; Jefferson (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401k with company match

Paid vacation

Maternity and Paternity Leave

Education Assistance

Job summary

Syngenta Seeds is seeking a production/QA technician to operate and monitor seed processing equipment, inspect product flow, and ensure seed quality attributes. You will collect samples, report issues, and maintain production metrics to support data-driven decisions on the line.

The role requires 3+ years of relevant experience, ability to lift up to 70 pounds, and flexibility across shifts during seasonal changes. Strong adherence to QA/QC and HSE policies is essential.

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

Record-keeping

Safety procedures

Shift flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SCADA

Job description

Syngenta Seeds is seeking a production/QA technician to operate and monitor seed processing equipment, inspect product flow, and ensure seed quality attributes. You will collect samples, report issues, and maintain production metrics to support data-driven decisions on the line.

The role requires 3+ years of relevant experience, ability to lift up to 70 pounds, and flexibility across shifts during seasonal changes. Strong adherence to QA/QC and HSE policies is essential.