Seed Technician
Francesville, IN · On-site
... detasseling, male row destruction, and harvesting of the seed crop. This position can include shift ... Assumes responsibility for the effective, efficient, and accurate performance of seed corn ...
Francesville, IN · On-site
... detasseling, male row destruction, and harvesting of the seed crop. This position can include shift ... Assumes responsibility for the effective, efficient, and accurate performance of seed corn ...
Francesville, IN · On-site
... detasseling, male row destruction, and harvesting of the seed crop. This position can include shift ... Assumes responsibility for the effective, efficient, and accurate performance of seed corn ...
Francesville, IN · On-site
... detasseling, male row destruction, and harvesting of the seed crop. This position can include shift ... Assumes responsibility for the effective, efficient, and accurate performance of seed corn ...
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Francesville, IN · On-site
... detasseling, male row destruction, and harvesting of the seed crop. This position can include shift ... Assumes responsibility for the effective, efficient, and accurate performance of seed corn ...
... detasseling, male row destruction, and harvesting of the seed crop. This position can include shift ... Assumes responsibility for the effective, efficient, and accurate performance of seed corn ...
... detasseling, male row destruction, and harvesting of the seed crop. This position can include shift ... Assumes responsibility for the effective, efficient, and accurate performance of seed corn ...
Francesville, IN · On-site
... detasseling, male row destruction, and harvesting of the seed crop. This position can include shift ... Assumes responsibility for the effective, efficient, and accurate performance of seed corn ...
Francesville, IN · On-site
... detasseling, male row destruction, and harvesting of the seed crop. This position can include shift ... Assumes responsibility for the effective, efficient, and accurate performance of seed corn ...
$8.11 - $9.92
5% of jobs
$9.92 - $11.72
12% of jobs
$12.56 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$11.72 - $13.52
16% of jobs
The median wage is $15.02 / hr.
$13.52 - $15.32
20% of jobs
$16.89 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$15.32 - $17.13
25% of jobs
$17.13 - $18.93
8% of jobs
$18.93 - $20.73
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$20.73 - $22.53
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To thrive as a Corn Detasseling worker, you need physical stamina, attentiveness to detail, and the ability to work long hours outdoors, often in varying weather conditions. There are generally no formal certifications required, though some employers may provide on-the-job training or safety orientation sessions. Reliability, teamwork, and a willingness to learn are important soft skills for success in this role. These qualities ensure efficient and safe completion of detasseling tasks and help maintain high productivity within agricultural teams.
A typical day in corn detasseling starts early, often before sunrise, to take advantage of cooler temperatures and maximize daylight. You’ll work in teams, walking through cornfields to remove tassels from the tops of corn plants, which may involve bending, reaching, and working for several hours at a time. The job is physically demanding and requires frequent breaks, and workers must be prepared to handle outdoor conditions like sun, heat, humidity, or rain. Though it can be challenging, many find it rewarding due to the teamwork involved and the opportunity to develop a strong work ethic. Supervisors are usually present to provide guidance and ensure safety standards are met throughout the day.
Corn detasseling is the process of removing the tassels from the tops of corn plants to control pollination and improve seed quality. Workers walk through cornfields, pulling or cutting tassels by hand or using specialized tools. This seasonal job is common in the Midwest and is often done by students looking for summer work. It requires physical endurance, as workers spend long hours outdoors in various weather conditions.
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Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 26 days ago
7.9
Based on 16 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
Description
The seed technician is an individual that will understand all aspects of seed production. It can consist of seed conditioning, cleaning, grading, and overall maintenance work in the conditioning facility. It can include outside work from spring through fall to help implement the procedures of planting, inspecting, detasseling, male row destruction, and harvesting of the seed crop. This position can include shift work, weekends, and holidays during critical times if necessary. The individual should have a good mechanical aptitude. The individual must be able to work together with others, yet when asked, have the ability to complete tasks on their own and on time.
Assumes responsibility for the effective, efficient, and accurate performance of seed corn production
Requirements
About Remington Seeds
Founded in 1984, Remington Seeds is a leader in seed production and one of the world's largest third-party producers of corn, soybeans, wheat, sorghum, and sunflowers. With over 30 state-of-the-art facilities, including locations in California, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, and Texas, and trusted grower partnerships across the U.S. and abroad, we provide complete seed services backed by innovation, strict quality standards, and a customer-first approach.
Our Culture
At Remington Seeds, our culture is at the heart of everything we do. We believe that culture is our strategy, and we are proud to foster an environment built on respect, treating employees like family, and maintaining a customer-first mindset. Guided by our core business principles of Safety, Respect, Sustainability, Customer Service, and Efficiency-we strive to create a workplace where employees can thrive, grow, and feel valued every day.
Benefits
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.
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