Production Technician

Production Technician - Corteva Agriscience

At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what’s next. No matter your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture – leading breakthroughs in the innovation and application of science and technology that will better the lives of people all over the world and fuel the progress of humankind.

Corteva Agriscience has an exciting opportunity for a Production Technician to join our team at the Woodhull, Illinois corn and soybean production facility!

What You Will Do

• Model Safety as the number one (1) focus and be a Safety Steward of the designated program
• Perform a variety of tasks associated with general plant, field, and warehouse operations that evolve with each season throughout the year
• Accurately monitor highly automated equipment for processes such as harvesting, conditioning, treating, and packing
• Assist with the oversight of receiving, conditioning, packaging, harvest, product return, and precleaning
• Participate in harvest activities such as preparation, drying, shelling, husk oversight, product unloading, and other relevant processes
• Product return and sorting activities
• Actively participate in conditioning activities such as sizing, gravity operation, packaging, palletizing, etc.
• Field activities such as scouting, inspection, and managing logistics
• Perform warehouse activities such as forklift operation, collecting samples, pooling, and other duties
• Various other duties as assigned

Education

You have your High School Diploma/GED OR are willing and able to obtain your GED within twelve (12) months of hire as a condition of employment.

What Skills You Need

• Willingness and ability to perform physical tasks including climbing, working in elevated areas, standing/sitting for extended periods, working outdoors/indoors in various conditions, lifting up to 50 lbs., and performing repetitive motion and lifting.
• Comfort with technology and computer aptitude, including Microsoft Applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), with a willingness to learn company-specific applications.
• High diligence, multitasking ability, organized workplace maintenance, and excellent problem-solving skills.
• A valid US Driver’s License.
• Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with internal and external customers.
• Integrity, positive working environment promotion, initiative-taking, and willingness to assist team members.
• Upholding health and safety to the highest standard, adhering to safety protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Understanding of timely delivery importance and willingness to work rotating shifts and overtime, including nights and weekends during seasonal peaks.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Two-Year Technical or Associates Degree in Agriculture, Manufacturing, Operations, or a related field.
• One (1) year of education and/or experience in operations, manufacturing, agriculture, or a related industry.
• Knowledge or experience with LEAN Manufacturing principles (5S, Continuous Improvement, Standardized Work).
• General knowledge and/or experience with field and/or agriculture equipment (plows, tractors, forklifts, etc.).

Work Authorization and Relocation

• VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.
• This position does NOT offer a comprehensive domestic relocation package.

Site Dedicated (100% at Corteva location)

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

See what it’s like to work at our Seed Production locations, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJH446RiTipYzBES7NJF6rSV_5hRVEv_G

Benefits – How We’ll Support You

• Numerous development opportunities 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 (minimum 16 weeks for mother and father).
• Future planning with a competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program.

Learn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva Benefits

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Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.

The salary range for this position is $46,215.00 to $51,350.00.

This reflects a reasonable estimate of the targeted base salary for this role. This role is also eligible for an annual bonus. Based on factors such as geographic location and candidate qualifications, actual base pay is determined when an employment offer is made.

Key skills/competency

• Safety Steward
• Automated Equipment Monitoring
• Harvesting Operations
• Conditioning Activities
• Warehouse Operations
• Forklift Operation
• Computer Aptitude
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Communication Skills
• LEAN Manufacturing Principles