Seed Production & Logistics — Alexander, Iowa
- Department: Operations / Seed Production & Warehouse
- Location: Alexander, Iowa (on-site)
- Reports To: Plant / Warehouse Manager
- Status: Full-time, hourly (non-exempt)
- Schedule: Approx. 40 hours/week, Monday–Friday; overtime available during peak season
About Latham Quality, Inc.
Latham Quality, Inc. is a family-owned, independent seed company headquartered in Alexander, Iowa, specializing in corn, soybean, and alfalfa products for farmers across the Upper Midwest. For more than 75 years, we have built our reputation on quality, integrity, and treating our team like family. Our warehouse and plant team is at the heart of getting the right seed to the right grower at the right time.
Position Summary
The Warehouse & Plant Worker performs a wide range of hands-on tasks that keep our seed production and shipping operations running smoothly. This role involves operating a forklift, loading and unloading trucks, conditioning and handling seed, organizing and staging warehouse loads, and supporting general plant duties. It is an excellent fit for a dependable, safety-minded team player who enjoys physical work and takes pride in a job done right.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Safely operate a forklift to move, stack, and stage seed bags, totes, and pallets throughout the warehouse and yard.
- Load and unload trucks of soybeans, corn, and other seed products by hand and with equipment.
- Sort, organize, stage, and set up customer and dealer loads for shipment from the warehouse.
- Assist with seed conditioning, treating, bagging, tagging, and palletizing as needed.
- Drive a tractor and operate other plant and yard equipment on an occasional, as-needed basis.
- Verify product counts, lot numbers, and order accuracy; help maintain accurate inventory records (including in Seedware).
- Keep the warehouse, plant, and equipment clean, organized, and in good working order, including routine sanitation and minor maintenance.
- Follow all safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Work cooperatively with team members and communicate clearly to keep operations on schedule.
- Perform other warehouse, plant, and general labor duties as assigned, especially during peak planting and harvest seasons.
Qualifications & Skills
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Equipment: Forklift experience preferred; certification provided or required upon hire.
- License: Valid driver’s license; ability to drive a tractor (training provided).
- Work style: Reliable, punctual, safety-conscious, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Accuracy: Attention to detail with counts, labeling, and order accuracy.
- Experience: Prior warehouse, agricultural, manufacturing, or plant experience is a plus.
- Bonus: Mechanical aptitude and basic equipment maintenance skills are a plus.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
- Ability to lift and carry at least 60 lbs periodically throughout the shift.
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, twisting, climbing, and reaching.
- Work is performed in a warehouse and plant setting with exposure to seed dust, noise, and seasonal temperature changes.
- Willingness to work extended hours and overtime during busy planting and harvest seasons.
- Use of required PPE such as safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and a dust mask/respirator where applicable.
Compensation & Benefits
Latham offers a competitive hourly wage based on experience, with overtime opportunities during peak season, plus a comprehensive, family-oriented benefits package for full-time employees:
- Medical: Competitive medical coverage through Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Iowa. Latham self-funds a portion of the deductible to keep employee out-of-pocket costs low (net deductible of just $750 single / $1,500 family).
- Prescription drug: Three-tier Blue Rx prescription plan with low generic copays.
- Dental: Coverage available, with no monthly cost for single employee coverage.
- 401(k) retirement: 100% match on the first 3% of contributions and 50% of the next 2% (up to a 4% company match). Eligible after 3 months of service.
- FSA: Tax-advantaged Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
- Paid time off: Generous paid time off starting at 15 days in your first year and increasing with years of service.
This is a summary only and is not a contract of benefits; plan details are subject to change. Full plan documents are provided upon enrollment.
How to Apply
To learn more or to apply, please call us at 641-692-3258 or email info@lathamquality.com. Latham Quality, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.
This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Duties may change at the discretion of management.