At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nSeed Technician \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nYOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nThe primary responsibilities of this role, Seed Technician (Grinnell, IA) are:\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n\r\n\tOperate equipment in the production sites and leveraging real time data to maximize existing procedures;\r\n\tPerform preventive maintenance and inspections; troubleshooting problems associated with equipment, processes, and systems as needed;\r\n\tPerform Site Responsible Researcher (SRR) duties ensuring adherence to stewardship processes and protocols that are completed in an accurate and timely manner. This includes field monitoring, grower communication, and documentation of activities;\r\n\tSupport 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;\r\n\tUtilize Focused Improvement (e.g., 5WHYs) techniques to initiate process and standard work improvements;\r\n\tProvide coaching and training to seasonal workforce, area trainees and peers supporting achievement and personal development;\r\n\tEnsure upstream activities (e.g., field inspection, grower contract) are handled within company standards and business requirements;\r\n\tCultivate partnership with key business partners to plant / field operations (e.g., grower network;)\r\n\tUse SAP to support administrative procedures, documenting key readings, maintenance orders and production information;\r\n\tMaintain key process documentation (operating, start-up, and shut-down procedures; standard work; process flow and instrumentation diagrams; etc.)\r\n\tDemonstrate 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;)\r\n\tComply with internal procedures and support compliance with legal requirements applicable to area activities;\r\n\tParticipate and prepare to lead Daily Direction Setting (DDS) meetings as needed; articulating shift objectives and allocating resources accordingly across all active production areas;\r\n\tSupport and maintain metrics and relevant information on current Visual Management boards to drive teamwork and facilitate shift change over.\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nRequired Qualifications:\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n\r\n\tHigh School Diploma or GED;\r\n\tBasic knowledge of IT (Internet, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, or facilities with systems;)\r\n\tValid 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;\r\n\tAbility to lift a minimum of 60 lbs. (a bag of seed;)\r\n\tAbility to workdays, nights, rotating shifts, weekends, and overtime as business needs require.\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nBayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nBayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below. \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nIf you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Science for a better life, we encourage you to apply now. Job postings will remain open for a minimum of ten business days and are subject to immediate closure thereafter without additional notice. \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nIt is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.\r\n\r\n\r\n\t\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\t\t \r\n\t\t\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\t\t \r\n\t\t\r\n\t\r\n\r\n