Seed Milling Supervisor
Ball Horticultural Company · Santa Maria, CA · 1 mo ago
ManagementFull-time
Responsibilities
- Operate, monitor, and optimize seed cleaning processes using specialized equipment including gravity decks, cylinder separators, indent separators, pre-cleaners, air columns, brush machines, magnetic belts, and related systems.
- Evaluate seed lots to determine appropriate cleaning methods, machine settings, and processing sequence to achieve required purity and quality standards.
- Supervise one full-time employee and coordinate temporary labor during peak production periods; assign daily tasks and monitor performance.
- Train employees on seed handling, equipment operation, and safety
- Ensure adherence to operational procedures, safety requirements, and quality standards
- Maintain and support equipment readiness through preventive maintenance and repair coordination
- Execute work orders and production schedules to meet timelines and output requirements
- Maintain accurate records for seed lot processing and traceability
- Collaborate with production and quality teams to ensure readiness of cleaned seed for downstream processes (testing, treatment, packaging).
Requirements
- Bachelors Degree or 5 years of experience in a supervisory role specialized in seed cleaning
- Ability to communicate (written and verbal) in English and Spanish in a production environment.
- Working knowledge of seed cleaning equipment such as gravity tables and air systems.
- Supervisory experience managing employees and seasonal labor.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to optimize work processes by continually evaluating workflows and labor.
- Be action-oriented by responding to operational challenges in a fast-paced environment to ensure production continuity.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP.
- Valid Driver’s License and forklift operator certified.
Physical Requirements
- Lift/Carry up to 50 lbs – 50% of day
- Push/Pull up to 50 lbs – 10% of day
- Standing/Walking – 50% of day
- Kneeling/Bending – 10% of day
- Hands/Fingers – 100% of day
Qualifications
None specified
Skills
None specified
Benefits
Comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes:
- Medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance
- 401k/Profit Sharing Retirement Plan
- Paid time off benefits including vacation and holidays
- Tuition assistance
- Employee Assistance Program and Positive Health programs
Pay
Not specified
Schedule
From July 2026 through December 2026, the employee may work two (2) days per week in Santa Paula and three (3) days per week in Santa Maria. All travel-related expenses will be paid by the Company.