Job Description

Crew Member

At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.

What You’ll Do

Crew Members are key members of our team and work to ensure the highest quality products at the front end of operations. They work across all areas of our Seed Production, Processing, Packaging, and Inventory activities. They work closely with and support multiple functions within the site and are a key element in delivering the pipeline on time and in full.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform under supervision in all functions of the site, in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOP) which includes seed production, processing, packaging, and inventory activities. This includes activities such as field preparation, planting, pollinating, hand harvesting, machine harvesting, operation of seed processing equipment, crop protection, flex filling, jarring, seed counting, order fulfilment, in-season data collection, seed treating, irrigation, leading crews, bus driving, janitorial work, tractor operations, etc.
• Follow daily direction and work priorities from site technicians and leadership.
• Demonstrate teamwork by completing quality tasks through daily communication and coordination with other crew members and site leadership.
• Actively participate in Bayer’s safety program by adhering to all safety policies and training.
• Report issues that may affect quality of products to supervisors.
• Collect and enter data using current technologies.
• Operate equipment, which may include but is not limited to; tractors, harvesters, shellers, sprayers, conters, flex fillers, sewing machines, and irrigation equipment as applicable.
• Assist other projects and duties as required or assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to work full time (40 hours per week) with the ability to meet overtime demands including occasional shift work, weekends, and holidays;
• Willing and able to work in a variety of areas including the seed processing facility, fields, and/or warehouse environment. Frequent walking and standing is required on flat and uneven surfaces. This can include frequent work both outdoors and indoors in hot, cold, wet, and dry conditions;
• Ability to climb ladders and occasionally perform elevated work;
• Must be able to lift, push, and pull 40-50 pounds regularly;
• Must be able to understand and communicate effectively, both verbally and written;
• Must be able to learn applicable technology, to include (but not limited to) handheld devices and desktop computers;
• Ability to function both individually and as a member of a team.

This posting will expire on January 1st, 2026.

Employees can expect to be paid a salary between $17.13– $20.81per hour. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Other benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc. If selected for this role, the offer may vary based on market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.This posting will be available for application until at least January 1st, 2026.

YOUR APPLICATION

Bayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs. If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Science for a better life, we encourage you to apply now. Be part of something bigger. Be you. Be Bayer.
To all recruitment agencies: Bayer does not accept unsolicited third party resumes.

Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below.

Bayer is an E-Verify Employer.
Location: United States : Iowa : Williamsburg
Division: Crop Science
Reference Code: 858375
Contact Us
Email: hrop_usa@bayer.com