Lead Plant Operations

We invite you to help us shape the future of agriculture. At Syngenta, we believe every employee has a role to play in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. To support that challenge, we are currently seeking a Plant Operations Lead in Pekin, IL.  

You will help shape the future of agriculture by: 

• Providing direct supervision and management of receiving, conditioning, packaging, inventory, and warehousing of soybeans and of their parent seed. Additional duties may include quality testing and shipment of product.  
• Assisting with operational and capital budgets and development of plant personnel  
• Fostering an operational culture founded on HSE, Quality, and process improvement. Active leadership in the Goal Zero initiative 

Accountabilities  

• Assist Site Manager as required in all areas of operations 
• Coordinate and direct scheduling of quality, conditioning, treating and packaging processes with the Supply Planning Team 
• Direct supervision of plant personnel including 3rd party labor force – expect 40% of time on the floor 
• Assist with operational and capital budgets 
• Assist with management of key operations including processes from harvest receipt to finished goods inventory 
• Assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring of quality systems, processes, and programs for the site operations 
• SAP entry as needed 
• Coordinate and direct scheduling of needed inventory to facilitate the fulfillment of orders on a timely and efficient manor 
• Responsible for inventory accuracy and warehouse management at site(s) in adherence of company specifications 
• Assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring of Quality Business Systems and processes, systems and programs for site operations 
• Foster an operational culture founded on adherence to all applicable HSE and other corporate policies, procedures and guidelines. Active leadership around Syngenta’s Goal Zero initiative.  
• Manage inventory of packaging and treating supplies to facilitate packaging needs through shipping and order estimates 
• Participate in performance reviews and development of personnel 
• Cross-functional knowledge and participation in field activities; e.g. planting, scouting, harvest and others as assigned by site management 
• Understanding of seed labeling laws, seed certification laws and interstate shipment regulations 

Syngenta is a leading agriculture company helping to improve global food security by enabling millions of farmers to make better use of available resources. Through world class science and innovative crop solutions, our 28,000 people in over 90 countries are working to transform how crops are grown.   We are committed to rescuing land from degradation, enhancing biodiversity and revitalizing rural communities.

• Bachelor’s degree required; Agronomy, Ag Engineering or Ag Economics or Technology applicable fields of study 
• Minimum of three years’ experience in the seed industry; with a focus in Production and Supply 
• Previous experience in Agricultural products manufacturing preferred 
• Ability to create effective and efficient communication tools for all audiences; establishes clear objectives and timelines for work; good listener 
• Computer literate in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SAP functions 
• Ability to work with cross functional disciplines, including research, product development, marketing, production 
• All applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. 
• Ability to lift 70 lbs 
• Capable of working 7 days a week during critical time of year 
• Travel by car/pickup during certain periods of year 
• Ability to operate and be forklift certified 
• Ability to operate seed treating equipment and obtain pesticide applicator certification 
• Position may require being able to walk seed production fields in any weather 
• Position requires be able to work in dusty, hot, and cold conditions 
• Office environment a portion of the year

What we offer: 

• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts the same day you do
• 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution
• Paid Vacation, 9 Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts among others
• A culture that promotes work/life balance, celebrates diversity, and offers numerous family-oriented events throughout the year

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
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