Seed Technician: Data-Driven Production & Improvement

Bayer AG; Grinnell (IA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Vision

Dental

Retirement

PTO

Sick leave

Job summary

Bayer in Grinnell, IA is seeking a Seed Technician to operate production equipment, perform maintenance, and drive continuous improvement across plant areas. You will coach seasonal staff, document readings in SAP, and ensure adherence to HSE/QA/QC standards.

The role requires driving a company vehicle and working flexible shifts in a fast-paced agricultural environment. Responsibilities include supporting daily direction, maintaining process documentation, and collaborating with growers to meet

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic IT skills including Excel, PowerPoint, Word.
• Valid driver’s license with safe driving record.
• Ability to lift 60 lb and work various shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and use real time data to maximize procedures.
• Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Drive continuous improvement (5S, Lean, Six Sigma) in plant areas.
• Apply 5WHYs to initiate process improvements and standard work.
• Provide coaching to seasonal workers and trainees.
• Coordinate with growers and field operations to meet standards.
• Use SAP to document readings, maintenance orders, and production data.
• Maintain operating/start-up/shut-down procedures and diagrams.
• Adhere to HSE and QA/QC standards and company policies.
• Support compliance with legal requirements and internal procedures.
• Lead Daily Direction Setting meetings and allocate shift resources.
• Maintain visual management metrics and shift-change data.
• Position may require driving a company vehicle and accumulating mileage.

Skills

Basic IT knowledge (Excel/PowerPoint/ฯ

Valid Driver's License

Ability to lift 60 lbs

Shift flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Bayer in Grinnell, IA is seeking a Seed Technician to operate production equipment, perform maintenance, and drive continuous improvement across plant areas. You will coach seasonal staff, document readings in SAP, and ensure adherence to HSE/QA/QC standards.

The role requires driving a company vehicle and working flexible shifts in a fast-paced agricultural environment. Responsibilities include supporting daily direction, maintaining process documentation, and collaborating with growers to meet