Seed Technician

Job description:

Location: Lethbridge, Alberta

Duration: 7 - 8 months (2024-2025 season)

Pay Rate: $23/hr+4% vacation pay

Company Overview:
Join the world leader in innovative agricultural solutions, BASF Seeds Canada. We provide growers with a comprehensive selection of insecticides, fungicides, herbicides, and seed systems, and are committed to supporting Canadian agriculture with unparalleled dedication. At BASF Seeds Canada, we offer a dynamic work environment where you will collaborate with the best in the industry. Our goal is to provide engaging and challenging work while celebrating our successes together. We are currently hiring for full-time seasonal positions:

Seed Processing Operators Position Areas:

• Seed Cleaning
• Seed Treating & Packaging
• Warehouse Operations

Key Responsibilities:

• Work within a team to ensure efficient, effective, and safe operation of equipment for cleaning, treating, packaging, and shipping canola seed.
• Report to the Department Supervisor and maintain a collaborative team environment.
• Apply mechanical aptitude and experience from processing or manufacturing facilities to your daily tasks.

Qualifications:

• Education: Grade 12 Diploma is required.
• Experience: Prior experience in a production environment is an asset; fork lift and SAP software experience is beneficial but not mandatory.
• Skills: Mechanically inclined. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Reliable, and punctual.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to handle loads up to 30kg. Comfortable working at heights and in ambient temperature environments. Willingness to wear a dust mask as needed.

Additional Information:

• Shift Work: This position might require participation in a shift rotation and availability to work various shift schedules (24-hour operations) and overtime during peak periods.
• Transportation: Own meaning of transportation is required as the site is not accessible by Lethbridge Transit.
• Background Check: Successful applicants will be required to complete a criminal background check and provide work references.

What We Offer:

• A collaborative team environment that celebrates success.
• Competitive compensation.
• On-the-job training.
• An award-winning work environment.

If you are a motivated individual looking for a seasonal role with BASF Seeds Canada, we'd love to hear from you!

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