Seed Technician

Bayer•West Fargo, ND

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Seed Technician role is responsible for operating equipment in production sites, leveraging real-time data to optimize procedures, and performing preventive maintenance and inspections. The position involves troubleshooting equipment, processes, and systems, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives like 5S and Lean. The technician will also provide coaching and training to the seasonal workforce, ensure upstream activities meet company standards, and cultivate partnerships with key business partners. Administrative tasks include using SAP for documentation and maintaining process documentation. A strong emphasis is placed on adhering to Bayer's Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) standards.

Requirements

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;)

Nice To Haves

Advanced education including Technical, Associate’s, or bachelor’s degree
Intermediate computer skills with experience using 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.

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
Support areas across the plant in driving the adoption of continuous improvement practices and programs (5S, Lean, Six Sigma) conducive to an organized and clean work environment
Utilize Focused Improvement (e.g., 5WHYs) techniques to initiate process and standard work improvements
Provide coaching and training to seasonal workforce, area trainees and peers supporting achievement and personal development
Ensure upstream activities (e.g., field inspection, grower contract) are handled within company standards and business requirements
Cultivate partnership with key business partners to plant / field operations (e.g., grower network;)
Use SAP to support administrative procedures, documenting key readings, maintenance orders and production information
Maintain key process documentation (operating, start-up, and shut-down procedures; standard work; process flow and instrumentation diagrams; etc.)
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.