Seed Technician

Bayer AG; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance from day one

16 paid holidays

3 weeks PTO

401k match

Shift premium pay

Job summary

Bayer is hiring a Seed Technician in Lubbock, TX. You will participate in all facets of row crop seed production (corn, soy, cotton) across seasons. Expect a rotating shift with some nights and weekends, plus opportunities for growth within seed production and cross-functional roles.

The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and collaboration with growers and plant teams to ensure timely seed delivery for upcoming planting seasons.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Basic computer skills (Internet, Excel, PowerPoint, Word) are expected.
• Valid driver’s license is required for driving a company car.
• Ability to lift 60 lbs (a bag of seed).
• Willingness to work days, nights, rotating shifts, weekends, and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Utilize systems to leverage real-time data to drive efficient operations and processes.
• Actively partner with growers and vendors to execute plant/field operations.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections by troubleshooting equipment, processes, and systems as needed.
• Adhere to HSE and QA/QC standards and drive sustainability efforts.
• Engage in continuous improvement programs to enhance performance across the production area.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Driver's license

Ability to lift 60lbs

Rotating shifts availability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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At Bayer, we believe work should matter. Every day, our teams push toward a future where "Health for all, Hunger for none" is within reach, and every role, from the lab to the field to the boardroom, helps us get there. We give people the ownership to shape outcomes, the support to grow through new skills and experiences, and a global community where different perspectives are valued. If you want your work to count and the room to become your best, you'll find it here.

Bayer Row Crops organization is expanding its production operations team in Lubbock, TX .

WHAT WE WILL EXPECT FROM YOU

As a Seed Technician, you will be involved in all facets of row crop seed production (corn, soy & cotton). Unlike a traditional manufacturing role, you will experience a variety of responsibilities throughout the growing season. You will be expected to work a rotating shift schedule, including some nights and weekends, as required.

• In spring and summer, you will be assigned to teams supporting a variety of responsibilities. You could spend time inspecting and maintaining our seed crops or support seed inventory management at the plant. This is the season we have teams doing maintenance on our production equipment.
• Fall is a busy season with harvesting and seed packaging in full swing.
• In the winter, you’ll be cleaning & packaging seed, supporting maintenance work, warehousing, and shipping seed to ensure our grower customers have the product they need for the coming planting season.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US

We offer a competitive hourly rateof $23.65 to $29.74 with overtime as applicable. Starting salary is based on the candidate’s experience, education, and market pay for a role in the region. Our sites offer excellent internal career growth opportunities within the seed technician role and in cross-functional positions.

We also offer a full benefits package including:

• Generous insurance FROM DAY ONE (including 3 medical insurance package options, vision, dental & life insurance).
• 16 paid holidays
• 3 weeks paid time off
• 401k match & additional core contribution each year
• $2/hour premium pay for 2nd and 3rd shift

In this position, you will work closely with other team members to identify ways to improve our processes. This is an opportunity to work in an environment where your ideas are heard, and you’re encouraged to grow personally and professionally.

WHO YOU ARE

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent GED;
• Basic user knowledge of standard computer programs (Internet, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, tablets/smart devices);
• Valid driver’s 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 – Motor Vehicle Record will be reviewed as part of pre-employment screening);
• Ability to lift 60lbs (a bag of seed);
• Ability to work: days, nights, rotating shifts, weekends, and overtime as business needs require.

MORE ABOUT YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Utilize systems to leverage real-time data/technology to drive efficient operations and processes (work orders, maintenance, production information);
• Actively partner with key business stakeholders (growers, vendors) to execute plant/field operations;
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections by troubleshooting problems associated with equipment, processes, and systems as needed;
• Adhere to Bayer’s Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) standards and drive efforts toward sustainability;
• Engage in continuous improvement programs and identify opportunities to improve performance in accordance with production area, site, and Bayer goals;

WHO WE ARE

Bayer's Crop Science division is the largest agriculture company in the world dedicated to the development, growth, and marketing of agriculture seed, chemistry, and technology. Our seed teams strive to develophybrids that improve nutrition, boost crop yields, limit spoilage, optimize water & climate variables and reduce the need for chemicals and other inputs. We are committed to consistently introducing innovative products for our farmer customers. It's amazing to consider that improving human health, promoting environmental stewardship, and fostering greater economic growth for the agricultural community can all start with something as small as a seed.

Employees can expect to be paid a salary between $23.65 to $29.74 per hour. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant).

Other benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc. If selected for this role, the offer may vary based on market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors. This posting will be available for application until at least 11/06/26.

YOUR APPLICATION

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