Production Technician - Administrative Assistant

We invite you to help us shape the future of agriculture. At Syngenta, we believe every employee has a role to play in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. To support that challenge, the Seeds Supply and Operations Team is currently seeking a Production Technician in Lone Tree, IA. You will help shape the future of agriculture by: Screen and direct incoming calls and correspondence, and responding independently when possible  General administrative support including expense analysis, track and trace, and special projects  Complete and submit monthly purchasing statements in accordance with company policies  Support field department with grower contracts, grower payments, and communications as required  May support HSE programs, trainings and education to employees Generate and distribute monthly reports to relevant team members as needed  Preparation of correspondence, reports, graphic presentation and other material for internal and external meetings  Coordinating meetings, conferences, special events, projects, travel arrangements and special activities  Organizing and maintaining file system in accordance with company records retention policies  May maintain timesheets for third-party temporary employees  Performs mailroom/shipping duties Administer and maintain accounts payables principles through purchase requisitions, purchase orders, order accuracy verification, data entry, coding and routing of departmental invoices Maintain inventory of office supplies, office equipment repair and service, replacement needs, and assist with special orders   Providing first line contact with seed industry personnel, company executives, Syngenta leadership, employees, vendor services, and the public Develop and meet annual priorities as defined by individual and site leadership  QualificationsHigh School Diploma or equivalent  Minimum two (2) years secretarial/clerical experience preferred Knowledge of office functions and processes. Including MS Office, MS Databases and Spreadsheets Knowledge of SAP, SAP Ariba and appropriate transactions  Proofreading skills  Strong interpersonal skills  Ability to manage confidential information  Team Oriented ? foster and maintain an attitude promoting a team culture and atmosphere  Excellent organization skills  Trusted ? make sound judgment calls in the best interest of the company  Detail Oriented ? data entry into management systems must be accurate  Customer Focused  Results Oriented ? self-motivated to meet personal and company priorities Additional InformationFull Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts the same day you do 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution Open Vacation Policy with 15 days vacation, 5 Floating Holidays, 9 Paid Holidays Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts among others A culture that promotes work/life balance, celebrates diversity, and offers numerous family-oriented events throughout the year Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.  Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)   (http://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmla.htm)  Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's (EEOC)  (http://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/firststep/poster_direct.htm)  Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)  (http://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/eppa.htm)   #LI-KR1Company DescriptionSyngenta is a global leader in agriculture; rooted in science and dedicated to bringing plant potential to life. Each of our 28,000 employees in more than 90 countries work together to solve one of humanity?s most pressing challenges: growing more food with fewer resources. A diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace environment are enablers of our ambition to be the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture. Our employees reflect the diversity of our customers, the markets where we operate and the communities which we serve. No matter what your position, you will have a vital role in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. Join us and help shape the future of agriculture.