Seed Technician

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Seed Technician (Lethbridge, AB)
This opportunity is a position mainly inside facility-based with some outdoor work that assists the Commercial Seed Processing 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 Lethbridge, Alberta manufacturing facility.
**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 site
Interact with receiving and shipping trucks; instruct truck drivers for movement through the drive shed and plant
Identify safety concerns and actively seek to resolve them in a collaborative manner
Actively lead safety programs where needed
Using a forklift, stack bins of seed, move pallets on and off racking, using a forklift rotator where required, move wide loads and tall loads safely. Regularly perform Forklift inspections
Control plant operations by setting up equipment from control room computer in the plant in addition to local controllers aside
Clean down equipment following appropriate safety and compliance standards
Collect and process QA samples
Draw officially recognized samples (Seeds Act) and process them, or able to do so under supervision of an Approved Operator
Operate equipment in production sites and leverage real time data to maximize existing procedures
Perform preventive maintenance and inspections; troubleshoot problems associated with equipment, processes, and systems as needed
Support local team in all functions of seed production including processing, packaging, pollinations, and field notes
Support areas across sites in driving the adoption of continuous improvement practices and programs (5S, Lean, Six Sigma) conducive to an organized and clean work environment
Mentor new employees, perform basic maintenance of equipment, and handle basic activities in Bayer systems
Adhere to LOTO when service is needed for maintenance
Utilize Focused Improvement (e.g., 5WHYs) techniques to initiate process and standard work improvements
Provide coaching and training to seasonal workforce, area trainees and peers supporting achievement and personal development
Ensure upstream activities (e.g., field inspection, grower contract) are handled within company standards and business requirements
Cultivate partnership with key business partners to plant / field operations (e.g., grower network)
Document work permits for contractors by administrative measures as Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Hot Work, and Permit to Work documents
Use SAP to support administrative procedures, documenting key readings, maintenance orders, production information
Maintain key process documentation (operating, start up and shut down procedures; standard work; process flow and instrumentation diagrams; etc.)
Demonstrate 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 activities
Participate in and lead meetings as needed; articulating shift objectives and allocating resources accordingly across all active production areas
Support and maintain metrics and relevant information on current Visual Management boards to drive teamwork and facilitate shift change over
Work in a production line and wear PPE necessary for the handling of treated seed and the cleaning of equipment contaminated by treatment
Communicate effectively and professionally with Seed Partners and Tollers
**Who you are**:
High School Diploma
Basic knowledge of IT (Internet, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, or facilities with systems)
Valid 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 screening
Must be able to lift, push, and pull 50 pounds regularly
Availability to meet overtime demands, including occasional work on weekends and holidays from time to time
Possess a safety focused mindset, to identify safety concerns and seek to resolve
Experience in Shipping/Receiving and able to learn trade requirements to deliver seed both internally and externally
Able to balanc