Seed Production Technician - On-Site, Safety-First Growth

Vylor; Aurelia (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Four weeks paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

Development opportunities

Job summary

Vylor in Cherokee, Iowa, seeks a Production Technician to support seed production on-site. You’ll operate process equipment, follow Quality Plans, collect data for improvements, and assist safety and maintenance efforts to ensure high-quality outputs.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, willingness to rotate shifts, and proficiency with Outlook/Excel/Word. U.S. work authorization and a valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; ability to obtain GED within one year of hire.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays during peaks.
• Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word.
• Clear written and verbal communication; strong attention to detail.
• Legally able to work in the United States; no visa sponsorship.
• Valid US driver's license to operate company vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Operate process equipment following safety and quality plans.
• Record data for continuous improvement and production records.
• Support preventative maintenance and basic repairs.
• Lead or support safety programs across the site.
• Assist with warehousing activities and forklift operations.
• Work with automation systems (HMI, PCs, tablets) to complete tasks.
• Participate in field activities and coordinate with growers/contractors.
• Assist with harvest tasks and related processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Health and safety awareness

Rotating shift willingness

Computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Teamwork and independence

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree or 2-year trade degree

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

SAP/ERP experience

Forklift operation

Job description

Vylor in Cherokee, Iowa, seeks a Production Technician to support seed production on-site. You’ll operate process equipment, follow Quality Plans, collect data for improvements, and assist safety and maintenance efforts to ensure high-quality outputs.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, willingness to rotate shifts, and proficiency with Outlook/Excel/Word. U.S. work authorization and a valid driver’s license are required.