Processing Foreman at Syngenta Group

Lop Buri, , Thailand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Seed Science, Machinery Operation, Quality Control, Supervision, Production Planning, Problem-Solving, Safety & Compliance, Computer Skills, Communication Skills

Industry

Farming

Description

Company Description Syngenta Seeds is one of the world’s largest developers and producers of seed for farmers, commercial growers, retailers and small seed companies. Syngenta seeds improve the quality and yields of crops. High-quality seeds ensure better and more productive crops, which is why farmers invest in them. Advanced seeds help mitigate risks such as disease and drought and allow farmers to grow food using less land, less water and fewer inputs. Syngenta Seeds brings farmers more vigorous, stronger, resistant plants, including innovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops that can thrive even in challenging growing conditions. Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States. Job Description Role purpose The role of a Seed Processing Foreman is to lead the daily operations of a seed processing plant, ensuring high-quality, pure, and viable seeds are prepared for distribution by managing staff, overseeing machinery, maintaining quality standards, and enforcing strict safety protocols, all while optimizing efficiency and controlling costs during busy planting and harvesting seasons. They bridge the gap between management, workers, and quality control, focusing on turning raw seed into market-ready product. Accountabilities Production Leadership: Directs daily tasks, manages crew activities (cleaning, conditioning, bagging, loading), and ensures production targets are met. Quality Assurance: Implements quality control, performs sampling, maintains standards for purity, germination, and treatments, and ensures compliance with regulations. Health, Safety & Environment (HSE): Enforces safety protocols, conducts inspections, manages PPE, and promotes a safe working culture. Technical Operations: Oversees machinery operation, maintenance, troubleshooting (mechanical, electrical), and implements new technologies. Inventory & Records: Manages inhouse seed storage conditions, tracks inventory, and maintains meticulous records (batch numbers, treatments, germination) for full traceability. Stakeholder Coordination: supply chain, quality control,engineering and management. Qualifications Knowledge, experience & capabilities Seed Science: Understand seed viability, vigor, purity, and health; know effects of drying, cleaning, grading, and treatment. Machinery Operation: Expertise with scalpers, air screen cleaners, gravity separators, indented cylinders, treaters, dryers, and packing machines. Quality Control: Implement SOPs, conduct pre-operation checks, monitor processes, and ensure standards are met. Graduated in bachelor degree in any related field. At least 2 years’ experience in seed processing. Supervision: Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate seasonal teams, delegate tasks, and manage performance. Production Planning: Experience scheduling production runs based on seed type, quantity, and deadlines, optimizing resource allocation. Problem-Solving: Skill in resolving unexpected issues like equipment malfunctions, pest/disease outbreaks, or supply chain hiccups. Safety & Compliance: Implementing and enforcing strict safety protocols, hygiene standards, and regulatory compliance Computer skilled such as Excel, Word, Power point, SAP . English is written. Positive thinking and problem solving with analytical skill. Good communication skill. Additional Information Able work at Lopburi plant and able to travel per assignment. HSE training course follow by Summary Training Needs Matrix. (document on. SE-TH-SD-QMS-07-01) Work at Lopburi Plant

Responsibilities

The Processing Foreman leads daily operations of a seed processing plant, ensuring high-quality seeds are prepared for distribution. They manage staff, oversee machinery, maintain quality standards, and enforce safety protocols.