Description

The Role & Local Community :

At Corteva Agriscience , you will help us grow what’s next. No matter what your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture solving the world’s food problems through innovation, technology, and putting people first.

Looking for a better work-life balance, and are interested in manufacturing / operations? Then this is the perfect opportunity for you! We welcome candidates who want to grow their career with us! We are looking for candidates who take initiative, love to learn, work hard, and have stable work history.

Candidates from all industry backgrounds are encouraged to apply! Please ensure you attach an updated copy of your resume with your application for full consideration.

STARTING WAGES FROM $21.00-$23.00 / hour

What You’ll Do :

• Plant Production Operations activities such as operating packaging equipment, packaging different packaging types, working palletizing, etc.
• Accurately monitor highly automated equipment for processes such as harvesting, treating, and packaging
• Return and rework activities.
• Field management activities such as scouting, field maintenance.
• Warehousing activities including forklift operation (extensive training provided based on individual skill levels), collecting samples, pooling, etc.
• Gathering data for continuous improvement projects.
• Various other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

Education :

You have your High School Diploma / GED OR are willing and able to obtain your GED within 1 year of hire as a condition of employment.

What Skills You Need :

• You want to work somewhere doing something where you can make a difference in the world!
• Growing your skills and your career is extremely important to you and you’re looking for a company like Corteva where you have the opportunity to do just that!
• When you see a problem, you look for a way to fix it, you are solutions focused.
• You have a valid US driver’s license, so you will be able to drive company vehicles on-assignment when needed, like field inspections.
• You value the safety of yourself and your co-workers and will eagerly participate in safe work practices, on-the-job safety, and work safety programs.
• You love to get out there and be in the heart of operations with your team and work hard!
• You always are willing to help out and physical work isn’t a problem for you Passing by a team member struggling to lift something?

Safety is your top priority, and you are willing and able to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation to help your colleague and / or perform necessary job tasks!

• You understand that the company’s viability and performance is directly tied to your job security, so you are willing and able to work shift work, including nights to meet business needs during peak season.
• You always put your best foot forward and have great attention to detail.

What Makes You Stand Out :

• Have two or more years of on-the-job manufacturing, operations, production, agriculture, or related experience.
• Have Two-Year Technical or Associates Degree.
• You have two or more years of on-the-job working experience in any field.
• Have working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles such as 5S, Continuous Improvement and Standardized Work.
• Have general agriculture knowledge and / or experience.
• Have experience with field equipment, agriculture equipment and / or Forklifts- (All site specific and hands on training will be provided regardless of experience / skill level).

Relocation assistance not offered for this position.

VISA Sponsorship is not available for this position.

This role will be on-site at the Corteva location.

Benefits How We’ll Support You :

• Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills
• Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place
• Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment
• Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays
• Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father
• Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program

Last updated : 2024-06-21