Seed Production Technician — Path to Full-Time

Aerotek; Tipton (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

HSA

Job summary

Aerotek in Tipton, IN is seeking a Production Technician to join our seasonal seed production team. You will weigh and unload crops, operate a dryer, shell and store seeds, and support the Conditioning department while ensuring quality and safety.

This contract role offers potential full-time employment after three months. You must be able to stand for long shifts, ascend stairs, lift up to 60 lbs, and read English. This onsite position provides a realistic path for growth within the plant.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of production agriculture and plant operations.
• Ability to safely perform duties while maintaining seed quality.
• Capacity to work independently or with a team.
• Adaptability to changing conditions and anticipation of needs.
• Competence in making independent decisions.
• Must not be colorblind.
• Steel-toed shoes required.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Capability to climb stairs.
• Proficiency in reading English.
• No education required.
• Forklift experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process trucks hauling crops for weighing and unloading.
• Complete harvest activities such as husk and sort operations.
• Operate the dryer to dry crops within safety, quality, and financial requirements.
• Shell and store crops from bins in the dryer facility.
• Supply the Conditioning department with a constant supply of seeds.
• Apply appropriate treatment to seeds.
• Label, tag, bag, and palletize seeds.
• Enter inventory information into the computer.
• Stage seeds for shipment in the warehouse.
• Retag in-house seeds and re-bag returned seeds.
• Inspect and wash pro boxes to ensure cleanliness.

Skills

Production knowledge

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Adaptability

Independent decision making

English reading

Stamina for long shifts

Climb stairs

Stand for long periods

Education

No education required

Tools

Forklift experience

Job description

Aerotek in Tipton, IN is seeking a Production Technician to join our seasonal seed production team. You will weigh and unload crops, operate a dryer, shell and store seeds, and support the Conditioning department while ensuring quality and safety.

This contract role offers potential full-time employment after three months. You must be able to stand for long shifts, ascend stairs, lift up to 60 lbs, and read English. This onsite position provides a realistic path for growth within the plant.