Operation Specialist SSV

• Adhere to all applicable HSE and corporate policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Assist in conducting safety training in both classroom and on-the-job settings, while fostering a safety culture by active reporting of safety observations and improvements
• Ensure proper equipment calibration, routine inspections and clean down procedures to adhere documented procedures for external and internal certifications
• Supervise employees and third-party personnel as required
• Provide leadership and overall seed quality expertise to SSV plant activities in treating, packaging, conditioning and seed health departments
• Maintain, document, and adhere to established plant operating procedures in SSV Operations
• Develop and execute processing work instructions, task cards, JSAs, and ECPs
• Conduct product quality assessments and ensure adherence to specifications
• Execute sampling procedures and conduct seed testing per company standards

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, the Production & Supply team is currently seeking a Production Technician SSV located in Pasco, Washington.

• AA or Bachelor's degree in Agricultural or Science based program highly preferred (minimum High School Diploma or GED required) and 3-5 years of production experience in seed processing
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Teams, PowerPoint, & Smartsheet)
• Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification preferred
• Ability to obtain forklift certification
• Strong knowledge of seed conditioning processes and quality standards
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Problem-solving aptitude and attention to detail

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. 
• Generous Vacation Policy in addition to paid holidays. 
• Maternity/Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs and Corporate Discounts among other benefits. 
• A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members.  

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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.