Job Opportunities at Bayer

Job Purpose:

• Responsible for supervising and advising on all in process quality and QA processes in Brits supporting to deliver Foundation seeds that meet regulatory, business and customer needs .
• Ensures all activities related to the Foundation seed Processing Plant follows internal laid down procedures and advises the team on measures to improve or maintain product quality throughout the process.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Ensures foundation field quality/processes, Post harvest, plant processes of foundation, seed storage/ preservation meets regulatory, business and customer specifications in South Africa.
• Support to ensure all non-conforming foundation seeds are segregated from field to plant and warehouse/storage level.
• Adhere to the implementation and upkeep of the Quality Management System in the Brits plant.
• Collection of reliable Quality data which can assist in track and trace and applied for continual improvement for foundation seed processing activities.
• Continuously monitor plant foundation production processes from receiving to final product to ensure that a high standard of quality and integrity of foundation batches is maintained at all stages.
• Ensure foundation seed operations adhere to testing strategy liaising with the lab and the foundation quality release team to ensure only compliant batches are released.
• Collaborate with foundation team to identify foundation quality trends, non-conformance investigations and associated corrective and/or preventive action for foundation seed.
• Perform in-processing checks (defects testing, weights, stitching, labelling) to ensure defective seed/bags are reworked.
• Generate foundation quality report on regular frequency and sharing it with the necessary stakeholders.
• Registration of Parent Seed Production Fields: Ensure the accurate and timely registration of parent seed production fields with the South African National Seed
• Organization (SANSOR) in accordance with the South African Seed Certification Scheme and the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Seed Scheme requirements.
• Field Inspection Report Tracking: Monitor the completeness and approval status of field inspection reports submitted by field supervisors, ensuring that all reports meet compliance standards and align with the necessary regulations.
• Documentation Preparation for Certification Compliance: Prepare all required documentation, including seal numbers, labels, preliminary certificates, and other necessary documents, to ensure full compliance with SANSOR certification requirements.
• Registered Unit Compliance: Track the status of registered units and ensure that they remain in compliance with the South African Certification Scheme, taking proactive measures when necessary.
• Documentation of Imported Foundation Seed Sources: Verify that all documentation associated with imported foundation seed sources complies with the provisions of the South African Certification Scheme, ensuring accurate and legal importation practices.
• Certification Data Management: Ensure that certification data is consistently updated, accurate, and fully traceable, providing stakeholders with reliable and accessible information as required by regulatory bodies.

HSE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Motivate employees to wear the correct PPE
• Follow Safety operations procedures
• Report all accidents or incidents immediately
• Participate in identifying hazards
• Participate in Tier meetins and monthly Health and Safety Meetings
• Maintain a safe and orderly environment
• Upon request participate  in emergency response teams 
• and any other safety or health group established by the site
• Participate in all required HSE trainings and educations
• Participate in all emergency drills

Required Qualifications: 

• Diploma in Agriculture, Agronomy or related field with 5+ years experience.
• Experience in seed processing.
• ISO 9001:2018 knowledge and auditing skills
• Communication, Report writing and analytics
• Able to collaborate across the functions.
   

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Job Purpose:

• As the Seed Corn Field Equipment Technician at Bayer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient operation and maintenance of all field equipment related to seed corn production.
• This position requires a deep understanding of agricultural machinery, excellent organizational skills, and a proactive approach to managing equipment logistics and maintenance schedules.
• Coordinates the operational processes involving field equipment to support planting, detasseling and harvesting operations.
• Implement and administrate maintenance programs.
• Manage growers regarding planning and execution of various field activities such as planting, detasseling and harvesting.
• Give weekly reports to the Field Production Lead on matters concerning mechanization

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

Equipment Management:

• Oversee the procurement, deployment, and maintenance of all field equipment necessary for seed corn production.
• Ensure all equipment is properly calibrated, functional, and compliant with safety standards.
• Implement preventative maintenance schedules and coordinate repairs to minimize downtime during critical production periods.

Operational Efficiency:

• Work closely with field operations teams to optimize equipment usage and efficiency.
• Develop strategies to improve equipment performance and reduce operational costs.
• Monitor equipment performance metrics and implement corrective actions as needed.

Logistics and Inventory Management:

• Manage inventory of spare parts, tools, and supplies required for equipment maintenance.
• Coordinate equipment logistics, including transportation and storage, to support seasonal and operational needs.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment usage, repairs, and maintenance activities.

Team Collaboration:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including agronomists, engineers, and technicians to support seed corn production goals.
• Provide technical guidance and training to field staff on equipment operation and maintenance best practices.

Safety and Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and environmental standards.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and promote a culture of safety among the equipment team.

HSE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Motivate field employees to wear the correct PPE
• Follow Safety Operations procedures
• Report all accidents or incidents immediately
• Participate in identifying hazards
• Participate in Tier meetings and monthly Health and Safety Meetings
• Maintain a safe and orderly environment
• Upon request participate in emergency response teams and any other safety or health group established by the site
• Participate in all required HSE trainings and educations
• Participate in all emergency drills.
• Be part of the reviewing of field JSA’s and Risk Assessments
• Arrange maintenance on all Bayer equipment
• Complete checklists on equipment prior to use
• Ensure grower employees know the hazards on Bayer equipment

Required Qualifications: 

• Agricultural or technical Diploma.
• 3 Years seed production experience
• Fluent in English
• MS Office software (Excel, E-mail, Word, Project etc.)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Results oriented with ability to work on own initiative
• Strong teamwork (flexibility to work across the areas and positively influencing others)
• Establish clear direction and making decisions on a timely manner
• Making informed decisions on a timely manner.
• SANSOR field inspection and Phytosanitary certification will be an added advantage