Seed Technician

Remington Seeds LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

PTO

Paid holidays

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Profit sharing

Ongoing learning opportunities

Job summary

Remington Seeds LLC is seeking a Seed Technician to oversee all facets of seed production including conditioning, packaging, and facility maintenance. The role requires an understanding of seed conditioning equipment and the ability to work collaboratively as well as independently.

Candidates should possess strong mechanical aptitude, communication skills, and attention to detail. Benefits include competitive PTO, health coverage, 401(k) matching, and opportunities for ongoing learning.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift 65 lbs or more when asked.
• Pass the forklift driving test.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality and purity in areas of responsibility.
• Communicate effectively with all company and outside people.
• Operate conditioning equipment in seed plant.
• Follow safety and quality company policies.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

Agricultural background (preferred)

Tools

Spreadsheet software

Word processing software

Job description

Description

The seed technician is an individual that will understand all aspects of seed production. It can consist of seed conditioning, packaging, warehousing, and overall maintenance work in the conditioning facility. It can include outside work from spring through fall to help with maintenance of the facility. This position may be asked to work extended hours during peak busy times of the year. The individual should have a good mechanical aptitude. The individual must be able to work together with others, yet when asked, have the ability to complete tasks on their own and on time.

Assumes responsibility for the effective, efficient, and accurate performance of seed corn production

Responsibilities

• Ability to ensure quality and purity in areas of responsibility.
• Communicating effectively and positively to all company and outside people.
• Ability to understand and operate conditioning equipment in seed plant.
• Follows company policies and procedures for both safety and quality.
• Understanding and following shipping procedures for accurate deliveries and returns.
• Maintaining efficient use of time to ensure company profitability.
• Performing additional duties as directed by Department supervisor.

Requirements

• Agricultural Background preferred but not required
• Computer skills in spreadsheet and word processing
• Excellent communications skills with positive attitude
• Attentive to detail and accuracy
• Cooperative and willing to assist others
• Ability to use computer applications
• Well organized
• Ability to lift 65 lbs or more when asked
• Ability to pass forklift driving test

Benefits

• Competitive benefits, including PTO, paid holidays, medical/dental/vision coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, profit sharing, and ongoing learning opportunities.

Remington Seeds is an equal opportunity employer.