What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Specialist position at Corteva Agriscience?
Who We Are And What We Do
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.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Field Production Specialist at our Durant, Iowa, location!
What You Will Do
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.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Field Production Specialist at our Durant, Iowa, location!
What You Will Do
- Perform a variety of tasks associated with general plant operations and field activities that will evolve with each season throughout the year
- Lead Field Mapping Activities, GPS Field boundaries and upload into ArcGIS
- Ensure digital tools are calibrated and ready for use each season
- Perform administrative procedures, along with all procedures associated with field activities
- Field responsibilities may include assisting growers with planting, IPM, detasseling coordination, and harvest troubleshooting
- Involved in seasonal data collection and management. Including: as-planted, as-applied, uploading fertility data and harvest yield monitor setup and data collection/monitoring.
- Help and train a diverse group of growers and employees on seed field processes and expectations
- Assist with the analysis of data collected from digital agronomy tools and strategies.
- Review production schedules and allocate team members to complete schedules and ensure production expectations are met
- Monitor product quality and ensure activities meet the needs of the Quality Plan
- Monitor safety and productivity and ensure the team is executing at the highest level to meet the needs of the business
- Work across locations and focus on specific (conditioning, treating, and packaging, etc.) as a process expert
- Develop and maintain communication and rapport with plant personnel, employees from other Corteva plants or departments, growers, vendors, etc.
- Collaborate with other leaders to coordinate workflow and resources between departments
- You possess a minimum of a High School Diploma/GED
- You are versatile and willing and able to learn and work in a variety of areas (field, plant, warehouse)
- You are willing and able to do the following with or without reasonable accommodation: Climb and/or work in elevated areas, Stand and sit for extended periods, work outdoors and indoors in hot, cold, wet, and dry conditions, lift up to fifty (50) lbs., and perform work that involves repetitive motion and lifting
- You can adjust to changing conditions, prioritize and manage work processes and workforce flexibility
- You are comfortable with technology and possess an intermediate computer aptitude including the use of Microsoft Applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), and are willing and able to learn other company specific applications as required
- You possess excellent problem solving and analysis skills with high attention to detail
- You have good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels of organization
- You have a valid US Driver’s License
- You uphold health and safety to the highest standard! You consistently help others and demonstrate adherence to safety protocols, policies, and procedures to ensure you and your colleagues go home safely every day
- You understand that delivering to our customers on-time keeps us viable and are willing and able to work a rotating shift and overtime hours, which include nights and weekends during seasonal peaks to support production demand
- Two Year Technical or Associates Degree in Agriculture, Manufacturing, Business, or related field
- Previous three (3) to five (5) years within the agriculture industry
- Knowledge or experience with LEAN Manufacturing principles such as 5S, Continuous Improvement and Standardized Work
- VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position
- This position does NOT offer a comprehensive domestic relocation package
- This role will be on-site at our Corteva location
- 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
- Learn more about our total rewards package here –Corteva Benefits
- Check out life at Corteva! www.linkedin.com/company/corteva/life
