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Seed Technician
Responsibilities
Operate equipment in the production sites and leveraging real time data to maximize existing procedures
Perform preventive maintenance and inspections
Troubleshooting problems associated with equipment, processes, and systems as needed
Provide coaching and training to seasonal workforce, area trainees and peers supporting achievement and personal development
Use SAP to support administrative procedures, documenting key readings, maintenance orders and production information
Maintain key process documentation
Demonstrate knowledge of and adherence to Bayer’s Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) standards (e.g., general shop floor/machine safety and operating procedures)
Comply with internal procedures and support compliance with legal requirements applicable to area activities
Participate and prepare to lead Daily Direction Setting (DDS) meetings as needed
Articulating shift objectives and allocating resources accordingly across all active production areas
Support and maintain metrics and relevant information on current Visual Management boards to drive teamwork and facilitate shift change over
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED
Basic knowledge of IT (Internet, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, or facilities with systems)
Valid Drivers’ License. To be eligible to drive a company car, your driving record must meet guidelines based on the company’s Risk Screening for Hiring Drivers – MVR will be reviewed as part of pre-employment screening
Ability to lift a minimum of 60 lbs. (a bag of seed)
Ability to workdays, nights, rotating shifts, weekends, and overtime as business needs require.
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced education including Technical, Associate’s, or bachelor’s degree
Intermediate computer skills with experience using of SAP and PLC
Minimum three years manufacturing experience, with experience in chemical or row crop manufacturing
Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment with a 24/7 rotating shift schedule, including overtime as needed
Bayer Seed Production
Waco, York, NE 68460
US