Production Technician 2

About the Company

Syngenta Seeds is one of the world’s largest developers and producers of seed for farmers, commercial growers, retailers, and small seed companies. Syngenta seeds improve the quality and yields of crops. High-quality seeds ensure better and more productive crops, which is why farmers invest in them. Advanced seeds help mitigate risks such as disease and drought and allow farmers to grow food using less land, less water, and fewer inputs. Syngenta Seeds brings farmers more vigorous, stronger, resistant plants, including innovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops that can thrive even in challenging growing conditions. Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, adjust, and monitor cleaners, color sorters, gravity tables, and conveying equipment.
• Inspect product flow and equipment performance throughout production run.
• Monitor seed quality attributes such as purity, size, color, damage, foreign material, and overall appearance.
• Collect samples and communicate quality concerns or out-of-spec product promptly to the supervisor or quality team.
• Assist in keeping metrics and other information current on visual boards/data dashboards to drive teamwork and support data-driven decisions.
• Alert senior technicians and leadership as needed when non-conformities in product or process variance occur.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and adherence to company's Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) standards.
• Comply with internal procedures and support compliance with legal requirements applicable to local area.
• Identify opportunities to improve performance in accordance with production area, site, and company goals.
• Maintain compliance with site HSE protocols and Syngenta HSE policies and employee code of conduct.
• Perform routine maintenance on machinery and equipment to ensure optimal performance, and report any malfunctions or repair needs promptly.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Ability to work multiple shifts during change of seasons.
• Able to perform manual labor tasks, such as bending, lifting, and standing for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, push, pull up to 70 pounds.
• Accurate record-keeping of production documents.
• Ability to effectively work in assigned areas of plant, such as warehouse, packaging, treating.

Skills

• Knowledge of safety procedures and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Basic knowledge of relevant production software (SCADA).
• Knowledge of routine maintenance procedures.
• Accurate record-keeping of production documents.

Benefits

• A culture that celebrates belonging and collaboration, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports team members.
• Flexible work options to support your work and personal needs.
• Full benefit package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day.
• 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution.
• Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits.