Seed Enhancement Specialist

Syngenta Seeds is one of the world’s largest developers and producers of seed for farmers, commercial growers, retailers and small seed companies. Syngenta seeds improve the quality and yields of crops. High-quality seeds ensure better and more productive crops, which is why farmers invest in them. Advanced seeds help mitigate risks such as disease and drought and allow farmers to grow food using less land, less water and fewer inputs.

Syngenta Seeds brings farmers more vigorous, stronger, resistant plants, including innovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops that can thrive even in challenging growing conditions.

Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States.

• Adhere to all applicable HSE and corporate policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Assist in conducting safety training in both classroom and on-the-job settings, while fostering a safety culture by active reporting of safety observations and improvements
• Ensure proper equipment calibration, routine inspections and clean down procedures to adhere documented procedures for external and internal certifications
• Supervise employees and third-party personnel as required
• Monitor treatment parameters (temperature, humidity, chemical concentration, application rates)
• Collect and prepare samples for quality testing
• Document treatment processes and maintain accurate batch records
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of seed disinfection systems
• Conduct equipment calibration checks
• Provide timely execution and reporting of key performance indicators, operational efficiencies, and quality standards

• AA or bachelor’s degree in Agricultural or Science based program highly preferred (minimum High School Diploma or GED required) and 3-5 years of production experience in seed processing or related experience
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Teams, PowerPoint, & Smartsheet)
• Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification preferred
• Ability to obtain forklift certification
• Strong knowledge of seed conditioning processes and quality standards
• Ability to work in a seed processing facility environment
• Capable of operating various seed conditioning equipment
• May require lifting and moving of seed containers

What We Offer:

• A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs.
• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day.
• 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution.
• Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits.

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.