Job Summary:

In this role, you will be responsible for the efficient and safe operation of seed coating equipment, ensuring consistent and high-quality seed treatment according to established procedures. You will play a vital role in supporting our commitment to seed enhancement and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain seed coating machinery, including calibration, cleaning, and troubleshooting minor issues.
• Measure and mix coating materials according to established procedures and recipes.
• Load, unload, and weigh seed batches accurately and efficiently.
• Monitor and record machine operation parameters, ensuring consistent application of coating materials.
• Perform quality control checks on coated seeds according to established protocols.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment, adhering to all safety regulations.
• Complete required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Participate in ongoing training programs to stay current with new technologies and procedures.

Desired Skills and Experience (Qualifications):

• Minimum one year of PRODUCTION experience.
• Preferably with SEED experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 Lbs all through out the day.
• FORKLIFT and PALLET JACK certified/experienced.
• PRODUCTION, WAREHOUSE or AGRICULTURE experience.
• PACKAGING/PACKING experience.
• Can lift up to 50 Lbs all day long.
• Can work as early as 5:00 AM.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Ability to work well with others in a collaborative team environment.
• Excellent attendance is crucial for the team to achieve success.
• COMPUTER SKILLS are preferred.
• Strong organization skills.
• Attention to detail.

Position Summary:

The Coating Process Operator I is responsible for supporting our seed enhancement production process using seed technology processes meeting predetermined quality standards for internal and external customers. The Process Operator I will support the production process across one to three areas within the lifecycle of the production process. The day-to-day duties can range between blending, tanks, dry sizing, seed prep, production office, packing, and shipping and receiving. The Process Operator I will be required to move across the production floor and support production schedule using their knowledge and skill set across –one to three of the areas in which they are fully trained and assigned to for their scheduled shift.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

· Understand seedsmanship and be constantly aware of product and watchful for contamination possibilities. Alert supervisor of any problems with seed, coating, recovery etc.

· Maintains a safe work environment by using the protective equipment to prevent personal injury to themselves or to others working nearby.

· May be required to work weekends, overtime, holidays, and different shifts.

· To use ISO Work Instruction for all processes or procedures that are performed.

· Report unsafe conditions or situations to supervisor immediately

· Supports other departments as needed

Education and Certifications

High School Diploma or equivalent