Seed Technician

Bayer • Lubbock, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Bayer is expanding its Row Crops production operations team in Lubbock, Texas. The Seed Technician supports all facets of row crop seed production, including corn, soy, and cotton. Work varies throughout the growing season and includes field and plant operations, crop inspection and maintenance, seed inventory management, production equipment maintenance, harvesting, cleaning and packaging seed, warehousing, and shipping. The role works closely with team members and business stakeholders to improve processes and support grower customers.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent GED.
• Basic user knowledge of standard computer programs, including Internet, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, as well as tablets or smart devices.
• Valid driver's license; eligibility to drive a company car is subject to the company's driving-risk guidelines and motor vehicle record screening.
• Ability to lift 60 pounds.
• Ability to work days, nights, rotating shifts, weekends, and overtime as business needs require.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment, including forklifts and equipment used for seed cleaning, harvesting, and planting.
• Use systems and real-time data and technology to support efficient operations and processes, including work orders, maintenance, and production information.
• Partner with growers, vendors, and other business stakeholders to execute plant and field operations.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections, and troubleshoot equipment, process, and system problems as needed.
• Follow Bayer Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) standards and support sustainability efforts.
• Participate in continuous improvement programs and identify opportunities to improve performance in alignment with production area, site, and Bayer goals.
• Support seed crop inspection and maintenance, seed inventory management, and production equipment maintenance.
• Support seed harvesting, cleaning, packaging, warehousing, and shipping.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay of $23.65 to $29.74, with overtime as applicable.
• Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance coverage from day one.
• 16 paid holidays.
• Three weeks of paid time off.
• 401(k) match and an additional core contribution each year.
• $2 per hour premium pay for second- and third-shift work.
• Internal career growth opportunities within the Seed Technician role and in cross-functional positions.
• Potential additional compensation may include a bonus or commission, if relevant.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED