Senior Production Technician

AgReliant Genetics • Elmwood, IL

41d • $25 - $30

About The Position

This position is part of a team responsible for general production activities throughout different seasons during the year. This will include but is not limited to, receiving seed, field activities such as planting and detasseling, conditioning/treating seed, warehousing/shipping, and equipment maintenance. Operating and overseeing critical machines and operations are central to this position while communicating production needs and improving processes.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team as well as individually
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to obtain a Certified Pesticide Applicator License and Commercial Driver's License as needed
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and common PC-based software
• Ability to lift up to 65 pounds
• Ability to work assigned hours and shifts including overtime
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in hot, cold, wet, and dry conditions
• Ability to walk seed fields, up to 5 miles/day
• Must have a valid driver's license and meet MVR guidelines

Nice To Haves

• Work experience in seed/agriculture industry preferred

Responsibilities

• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality, customer service, and professionalism
• Assist and lead safety programs
• Supervise shifts as needed
• Commit to a safe working environment and practices
• Assist in overseeing and/or training seasonal workers and full-time employees
• Assist in field operations and scouting
• Operate husking equipment, seed dryers, and/or shellers
• Operate and calibrate seed conditioning/treating equipment
• Operate packaging equipment
• Warehouse finished product and supplies, including checking for accuracy
• Maintain and troubleshoot plant equipment
• Complete all paperwork/reports in a timely and accurate manner
• Cross-training in all plant operations
• Assist with housekeeping and preventative maintenance of our equipment
• Responsible for projecting a positive image AgReliant Genetics and acting in accordance with the Company's Core Values
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous vacation time & paid holidays
• Volunteer Time Off
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Support Activities for Agriculture and Forestry
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees