Seed Technician

ISU Research Park; Grinnell, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayer is seeking a Seed Technician in Grinnell, Iowa, to operate production equipment, collect real-time data, and support continuous improvement efforts. The role requires lifting up to 60 lbs, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work varied shifts.

You will also train seasonal staff and coordinate with growers and field operations. Join Bayer's team to maintain safety standards and participate in upstream activities, including field inspections and contract management, while

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Basic knowledge of IT (Internet, Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Valid Driver's License (MVR check may apply).
• Ability to lift a minimum of 60 lbs.
• Ability to work days, nights, rotating shifts, weekends and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment in production sites and leverage real time data to maximize procedures.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections; troubleshoot problems with equipment, processes, and systems.
• Support plant areas in driving continuous improvement (5S, Lean, Six Sigma).
• Use 5WHYs and focused improvement techniques to initiate process and standard work improvements.
• Provide coaching and training to seasonal workforce and trainees.
• Ensure upstream activities (field inspections, grower contracts) meet standards and business requirements; partner with growers and field operations.
• Use SAP to document readings, maintenance orders and production information.
• Maintain documentation for start-up, shut-down, and standard work; update process diagrams.

Skills

IT knowledge

SAP

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

The primary responsibilities of this role, Seed Technician (Grinnell, Iowa) are:

Operate equipment in the production sites and leveraging real time data to maximize existing procedures;

Perform preventive maintenance and inspections; troubleshooting problems associated with equipment, processes, and systems as needed;

Support areas across the plant in driving the adoption of continuous improvement practices and programs (5S, Lean, Six Sigma) conducive to an organized and clean work environment;

Utilize Focused Improvement (e.g., 5WHYs) techniques to initiate process and standard work improvements;

Provide coaching and training to seasonal workforce, area trainees and peers supporting achievement and personal development;

Ensure upstream activities (e.g., field inspection, grower contract) are handled within company standards and business requirements. Cultivate partnership with key business partners to plant / field operations (e.g., grower network;)

Use SAP to support administrative procedures, documenting key readings, maintenance orders and production information;

Maintain key process documentation (operating, start-up, and shut-down procedures; standard work; process flow and instrumentation diagrams; etc.)

Demonstrate knowledge of and adherence to Bayer’s Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) standards (e.g., general shop floor/machine safety and operating procedures;)

Comply with internal procedures and support compliance with legal requirements applicable to area activities;

Participate and prepare to lead Daily Direction Setting (DDS) meetings as needed; articulating shift objectives and allocating resources accordingly across all active production areas;

Support and maintain metrics and relevant information on current Visual Management boards to drive teamwork and facilitate shift change over;

Position entails driving a company vehicle (pooled or assigned to the individual). This may include being required to drive greater than 8,500 business miles annually in a personal, pooled, or rented vehicle OR being expected to frequently drive a pooled car as part of your job duties – regardless of mileage.

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED;

Basic knowledge of IT (Internet, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, or facilities with systems;)

Valid Drivers’ License. To be eligible to drive a company car, your driving record must meet guidelines based on the company’s Risk Screening for Hiring Drivers – MVR will be reviewed as part of pre-employment screening;

Ability to lift a minimum of 60 lbs. (a bag of seed;)

Ability to workdays, nights, rotating shifts, weekends, and overtime as business needs require.