Production Technician

About Us 

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, the Waterloo Production Team is currently seeking Production Technician in Elkhorn/Omaha/Waterloo area.
You will help shape the future of agriculture by: 

• Producing a reliable supply of high-quality seed by executing production plant tasks assigned by Plant Management. 
• Organize, perform, and lead in assigned departments to ensure all required processes, procedures and production requirements are met. 
• Position will take on several roles based upon field production practices, plant processing requirements and distribution needs. 
• Manage field operations, seed receiving, and conditioning equipment operations to ensure that all seed is properly handled and conditioned so the highest quality seed will be packaged to meet sale demands.

Accountabilities  

• Customer centered
• Be accountable to the team
• Strict adherence to all HSE & Corporate policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Responsible for the adherence to product specifications
• Active participation in plant projects, continuous improvement, and risk assessments
• Minimize downtime through preventative maintenance and routine inspections
• Ability to learn operation skills for a variety of equipment
• Accurately checked seed movements for production orders or deliveries
• Assist with inventory management, product movements, scale operation
• Perform physical inventory and cycle counts
• Ability to manage time wisely
• Proactive communication both interdepartmentally and cross functionally
• Provide direction and training for employees and third-party personnel as required
• Perform other duties as required to meet field, plant, or site production needs

Requirements 

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Valid US Driver’s License and in good standing
• Willingness to obtain forklift certification (on-site training)
• Ability to work shifts, weekends, and overtime
• Ability to walk fields in all weather conditions and on various types of terrain
• Ability to be on feet for long periods; frequent climbing stairs, bending and stooping
• Ability to lift 70 lbs
• Individual must be authorized to work in the United States for Syngenta without work authorization sponsorship now or in the future

Preferred Requirements 

• Experience working in Agriculture or Seed Industry
• Associates and/or bachelor’s degree in an Agricultural related field

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 
• Open Vacation Policy with a minimum of 15 days of vacation and up to 30 days with manager approval, 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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Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's (EEOC) 
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Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) 
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About Syngenta 

Syngenta is a global leader in agriculture; rooted in science and dedicated to bringing plant potential to life. Each of our 28,000 employees in more than 90 countries work together to solve one of humanity’s most pressing challenges: growing more food with fewer resources. A diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace environment are enablers of our ambition to be the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture. Our employees reflect the diversity of our customers, the markets where we operate and the communities which we serve. No matter what your position, you will have a vital role in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. Join us and help shape the future of agriculture.