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About this role
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.
Seed Technician
Bayer Row Crops organization is expanding its production operations team in Eloy, AZ.
WHAT WE WILL EXPECT FROM YOU
As a Seed Technician, you will be involved in all facets of row crop seed production (cotton). Unlike a traditional manufacturing role, you will experience a variety of responsibilities throughout the growing season. You will be expected to work a rotating shift schedule, including some nights and weekends, as required.
- Operating machinery / equipment for production processes and, where applicable, managing our production grower network;
- Responsible for ensuring that production processes happen safely, effectively, and with quality in alignment with general procedures of the area;
- Expected to mentor / train new employees, perform basic maintenance of equipment, and handle basic activities in Bayer systems (SAP and electronic networks).
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US
We offer a competitive hourly rate of $27.03 - $33.85 per hour with overtime as applicable. Starting salary is based on the candidate’s experience, education, and market pay for a role in the region. Our sites offer excellent internal career growth opportunities within the seed technician role and in cross-functional positions.
We also offer a full benefits package including:
- Generous insurance FROM DAY ONE (including 3 medical insurance package options, vision, dental & life insurance).
- 16 paid holidays
- 3 weeks paid time off
- 401k match & additional core contribution each year
- $2/hour premium pay for 2nd and 3rd shift
In this position, you will work closely with other team members to identify ways to improve our processes. This is an opportunity to work in an environment where your ideas are heard, and you’re encouraged to grow personally and professionally.
WHO YOU ARE
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent;
- Basic user knowledge of standard computer programs (Internet, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, tablets/smart devices);
- Valid driver’s 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 – Motor Vehicle Record will be reviewed as part of pre-employment screening);
- Ability to lift 60lbs (a bag of seed);
- Ability to work: days, nights, rotating shifts, weekends, and overtime as business needs require.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree.
MORE ABOUT YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Demonstrate Visionary, Architect, Catalyst, Coach (VACC) behaviors to ensure accuracy, quality and timely delivery of products;
- Operate equipment and execute tasks to enable seed production processes;
- Lead and engage in Daily Direction Setting (DDS) meetings; articulate shift objectives and allocate resources across all active production areas;
- Demonstrate collaboration and teamwork in coaching / training seasonal workforce, area trainees, and peers; contribute to overall team success and the personal development teammates;
- Perform preventive maintenance and inspections;
- Troubleshoot problems associated with equipment, processes, and systems;
- Apply operational excellence practices to operations (5S, Lean, Six Sigma, 5WHYs);
- Perform Site Responsible Researcher (SRR) duties ensuring adherence to stewardship processes and protocols that are completed accurately and timely. This includes field monitoring, grower communication and accurate documentation;
- Ensure upstream activities (e.g., field inspection, grower contract) are handled within company standards and business requirements;
- Collaborate with key partners to deliver the business across plant and field operations;
- Comply with internal procedures and support legal compliance related to area activities;
- Demonstrate knowledge of and adherence to Bayer’s Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) standards;
- Support administrative procedures, documenting key readings, maintenance orders and production information;
- Deliver other responsibilities as the business needs.
WHO WE ARE
Bayer’s Crop Science division is the largest agriculture company in the world dedicated to the development, growth, and marketing of agriculture seed, chemistry, and technology. Our seed teams strive to develop hybrids that improve nutrition, boost crop yields, limit spoilage, optimize water & climate variables and reduce the need for chemicals and other inputs. We are committed to consistently introducing innovative products for our farmer customers. It's amazing to consider that improving human health, promoting environmental stewardship, and fostering greater economic growth for the agricultural community can all start with something as small as a seed.
Employees can expect to be paid a salary between $27.03 - $33.85 per hour. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant).
Other benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc. If selected for this role, the offer may vary based on market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors. This posting will be available for application until at least 4/15/26.
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YOUR APPLICATIONBayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs. If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Health for all, Hunger for none, we encourage you to apply now. Be part of something bigger. Be you. Be Bayer.
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