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Seed Technician (Coaldale, AB) 

 

This opportunity is a position mainly inside facility-based that assists the Commercial Seed Packaging Team in the production of pedigreed canola seed in a timely and efficient manner, while meeting all quality standards.

 

This is a permanent position based out of the Coaldale, Alberta site.

What you will do:

Operate machinery / equipment to ensure that seed production processes occur safely, effectively, and with quality in alignment with general procedures of the siteInteract with receiving and shipping trucks; instruct truck drivers for movement through the drive shed and plantLead safety programs Using a forklift, stack bins of seed, move pallets on and off racking, using a forklift rotator where required, moving wide loads and tall loads safely. Regularly perform Forklift inspectionsControl plant operations by setting up equipment from control room computer in addition to local controllers aside Clean down equipment following appropriate safety and compliance standardsWork in a production line and wear PPE necessary for the handling of treated seed and the cleaning of equipment contaminated by treatmentCollect and process QA samplesDemonstrate 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)Comply with internal procedures and support compliance with legal requirements applicable to area activitiesDraw officially recognized samples (Seeds Act) and process them, or do so under supervision of an Approved OperatorOperate equipment in production sites and leverage real time data to maximize existing proceduresPerform preventive maintenance and inspections; troubleshoot problems associated with equipment, processes, and systems Support local team in all functions of seed production including processing, packaging, pollinations, and field notesSupport areas across sites in driving the adoption of continuous improvement practices and programs (5S, Lean, Six Sigma) conducive to an organized and clean work environmentMentor new employees, perform basic maintenance of equipment, and handle basic activities in Bayer systemsProvide coaching and training to seasonal workforce, area trainees and peers supporting achievement and personal developmentAdhere to LOTO when service is needed for maintenanceUtilize Focused Improvement (e.g., 5WHYs) techniques to initiate process and standard work improvementsEnsure upstream activities are handled within company standards and business requirementsCultivate partnership with key business partners to plant / field operationsDocument work permits for contractors Use SAP to support administrative procedures, documenting key readings, maintenance orders, production informationMaintain key process documentation (operating, start up and shut down procedures; standard work; process flow and instrumentation diagrams; etc.)Participate in and lead meetings as needed; articulating shift objectives and allocating resources accordingly across all active production areasSupport and maintain metrics and relevant information on current Visual Management boards to drive teamwork and facilitate shift change overCommunicate effectively and professionally with Seed Partners and Tollers

Who you are:

Completed High School DiplomaComfortable using the Internet, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and/or warehouse facility systemsValid Driver’s License. In order 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 screeningForklift experience, able to stack bins of seed, move pallets on and off racking, experience using a forklift rotator where required, experience moving wide loads and tall loads safelyPossess a safety focused mindset, be willing to identify safety concerns and actively seek to resolve them in a collaborative mannerAble to work in a production line and wear PPE necessary for the handling of treated seed and the cleaning of equipment contaminated by treatmentExperience in Shipping/Receiving and able to learn trade requirements to deliver seed both internally and externallyAble to balance priorities and navigate time sensitive requests that require clear and efficient communication with all stakeholdersAble to lift, push, and pull 50 pounds regularlyAvailability to meet overtime demands, including occasional work on weekends and holidays

Preferred Qualifications

Certification in management systems or continuous improvement practicesPrevious experience with SAP, Spotfire, Tablo, or Microsoft PowerBIPrevious experience in seed production and/or processingOperator/Grader or Authorized Importer or Approved Conditioner certification through CFIAForklift certifiedFall Protection TrainingPesticide Applicator Special: Seed Treatment or Authorized Assistant certificate Recent Respirator Fit Testing, able to wear a PAPR unitTransportation of Dangerous Goods trainingFamiliarity with ISTA sampling procedures and requirementsExperience with SAP inventory management, Process Orders, Delivery, QA transactions (SAP experience in Master Data configuration is an additional plus) Experience with CFIA Phytosanitary certificates and experience working with CFIA representativesSeed Tech. experience

What we offer:

Competitive compensation and rewards packageCollaborative, diverse and inclusive cultureCareer development and global opportunitiesWork-life flexibility programs such as flex hours, employee discounts, volunteer days, wellness, and other employee offerings

 

Bayer is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of Inclusion and Diversity. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences and believe that our people are our most valuable asset. The collective sum of individual life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities that our employees invest in their work represents our culture, reputation, and Bayer’s values and purpose.

 

All referral candidates must first be submitted via our internal referral system by a current Bayer employee in order to participate in the referral program. Once a Bayer employee has successfully referred you in our system, you will receive an automated email with instructions on how to complete your application.

 

This posting will be available for application until at least January 31, 2025.

 

Bayer welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Candidates participating in our selection process requiring accommodation due to a disability or medical need are encouraged to notify the Bayer representative that they will be meeting with to ensure appropriate arrangements can be made.

 

 

Location:

Canada : Alberta : Lethbridge  

 

Division:

Crop Science 

 

Reference Code:

837019