Production Technician 2

Job Description

At Syngenta, we believe every employee has a role to play in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. To support that challenge, the Production & Supply team is currently seeking a Production Technician 2, located in Perkin, Illinois.

Responsibilities

The Production Technician 2 individually performs a variety of tasks associated with field, production, and warehouse activities to support distribution of high-quality seed to our clients and customers.

Accountabilities:

• Operate equipment and systems in accordance with site specific activities.
• Drive Forklifts, operate pallet wraps, support systems such as conditioning, packaging, and treating.
• May assist in managing field activities such as planting, field observations, harvest activities and data collection.
• May participate in field activities such as rouging, detasseling, etc.
• Provide support in process order tracking, administrative procedures, maintenance orders and production information leveraging data systems (SAP, SMMS, WMS).
• Assist in keeping metrics and other information current on visual boards/data dashboards to drive teamwork and support data-driven decisions.
• Alert senior technicians and leadership as needed when non-conformities in product or process variance occur.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and adherence to company's Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) standards.
• Comply with internal procedures and support compliance with legal requirements applicable to local area.
• Identify opportunities to improve performance in accordance with production area, site and company goals.
• Maintain compliance with site HSE protocols and Syngenta HSE policies and employee code of conduct.
• Perform routine maintenance on machinery and equipment to ensure optimal performance, and report any malfunctions or repair needs promptly.
• Other duties and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Experience, & Capabilities

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3+ years of relevant experience
• Ability to work multiple shifts
• Able to perform manual labor tasks, such as bending, lifting, and standing for extended periods
• Ability to lift, push, pull up to 70 pounds
• Accurate record-keeping of production documents
• Ability to effectively work in assigned areas of plant, such as warehouse, packaging, treating

Critical Success Factors & Key Challenges:

• Knowledge of safety procedures and maintaining a safe work environment
• Basic knowledge of relevant production software (SCADA)
• Knowledge of routine maintenance procedures
• Accurate record-keeping of production documents
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Limited knowledge of SAP
• Ability to conduct inspections to ensure product quality
• Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a team

Additional Information

What We Offer:  

• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts the same day you do. 
• 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution. 
• Generous Vacation Policy in addition to paid holidays. 
• Maternity/Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs and Corporate Discounts among other benefits. 
• A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members.  

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