Receiving Operator

Description

The Receiving Operator has a very important role in ensuring product integrity of bulk seed received at the plant. Other essential job functions may include but not limited to:

• Performing work activities safely and in compliance with company Quality Management System.
• Verifying hilum purity, moisture content, contaminants and mechanical damage by performing a soak test on every truck load of seed received prior to unloading.
• Unload bulk seed from semi loads directly from on-farm storage, observing seed quality during the process.
• Thorough cleaning of all equipment in order to maintain product integrity.
• Involved in preventative maintenance and repairs in the receiving area.
• Safely climb stairs and/or ladders to monitor and adjust equipment.
• Ensure product integrity by avoiding variety mixtures in receiving bins.
• May assist in coordinating seed arrival from on-farm storage.
• Assists the Conditioning Supervisor and Conditioning Operator in the conditioning tower as needed.
• May supervise other employees in the receiving area.
• Maintaining a neat, clean, and organized work area.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Biology, Agronomy, or related field, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 1–3 years of experience in seed production, quality assurance or similar field.
• Working knowledge of quality control practices and willingness to apply standards.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately record, track, and interpret data in systems like RIC or similar software.
• Effective communication and organizational skills, with the ability to coordinate across teams and manage multiple priorities.

We offer competitive benefits, including PTO, paid holidays, medical/dental/vision coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, profit sharing, and ongoing learning opportunities.

Remington Seeds is an equal opportunity employer.