Production Technician

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 Production Technician to join our company at our Utica IL production facility. We are looking for candidates who take initiative, love to learn and enjoy new day to day challenges. Candidates from all industry backgrounds are encouraged to apply! We strive to provide good work/life balance to our employees with our generous time off benefits.

VISA Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Relocation assistance not offered for this position.

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

What You’ll Do:

• Run a variety of process equipment.
• Ensure compliance with Quality Plan Work Instructions and Quality Plan requirements.
• Collect and record data for continuous improvement projects and production records.
• Support preventative maintenance (PM) and other general repair efforts.
• Assist with warehousing activities including forklift operation.
• Use automation and computerized systems to perform work tasks (computers, iPads, etc).
• Perform field management activities such as scouting, field maintenance, logistical planning and maintain relationships with external partners (growers, contractors, etc).
• Assist with harvest activities such as preparation, seed sampling, truck unloading, and other relevant processes (depending upon crop) as well as leading work areas.
• Various other duties as assigned.

Education:

• You have your High School Diploma/GED OR are willing and able to obtain your GED within a specified time frame of hire as a condition of employment.

What Skills You Need:

• 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 both outdoors and indoors in hot, cold, wet and dry conditions, lift up to 50 lbs, and perform work that involves repetitive motion and/or repetitive lifting.
• You are able to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• You are comfortable with technology (computers, iPads, etc), have good computer skills and are experienced with Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word.
• You have good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• You have high attention to detail, can multitask, maintain an organized workplace and have excellent problem-solving skills.
• You value health and safety! You will always work safely and follow all safety policies and procedures to ensure you and your colleagues go home safely every day.
• You are proactive, communicate concerns, and are accepting of change.
• You are legally able to work in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.
• You have a valid US driver’s license so you are able to drive a company vehicle to field locations when needed.
• You are willing/able to work a rotating shift and overtime hours as needed during seasonal peaks to support production demand.

What Makes You Stand Out:

• Associate degree or two-year trade school degree.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles such as 5S, Continuous Improvement and Standardized Work.
• WMS and SAP/ERP system experience.
• Forklift operation experience.
• Previous leadership experience.

• Learn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva Benefits
• Check out life at Corteva! www.linkedin.com/company/corteva/life