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Corteva Agriscience

Production Technician (Field)

Corteva Agriscience, Reinbeck, Iowa, United States, 50669

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Who We Are and What We Do At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what is 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.

Opportunity We have an exciting opportunity for a Production Technician to join our team at our Reinbeck, Iowa location! This position will have additional field responsibilities that will support the Triangle growing area.

What You Will Do

Support the agronomy team across various projects, tasks, and data collection throughout the growing season

Manage and assist in field related processes to ensure high quality work and timeliness

Work as a Production technician when needed

Perform Warehouse (forklift operations, collecting of samples, pooling), Harvest (preparation, drying, stabilization) and Packing (lab work, palletizing, and rework) activities

Assist Technicians in multiple field, production, warehouse, and logistical areas to ensure production goals are accomplished

Support the oversight of receiving, conditioning, packaging, harvest, return, bagging and warehousing operations to maximize material flow and process efficiencies

Mentor and coach new and existing team members while fostering harmonious communications with internal and external customers

Set up and monitor highly automated equipment for various processes (harvest, conditioning, treating, and packaging)

Lead safety programs, trainings, and monitor product quality, to ensure activities meet the requirements of Quality Plans and compliance

Ensure operator preventative maintenance tasks are completed timely

Complete and maintain records, documents, reports, and other data as required

Ensure cleanliness in the workplace, and operator maintenance tasks are completed in a timely manner

Various other duties as assigned

Education You have your High School Diploma or equivalent.

What Skills You Need

You have three (3) years of education and/or experience in operations, manufacturing, agriculture, or related industry

You are willing and able to do the following with or without reasonable accommodation: Work outdoors and indoors in hot, cold, wet, and dry conditions, climb and/or work in elevated areas, stand and sit for extended periods, lift up to fifty (50) lbs., and perform work that involves repetitive motion and lifting

You are comfortable with technology and possess good 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 have high attention to detail and can multitask, maintain an organized workplace and have excellent problem‑solving skills

You have good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers

You can maintain a valid US Driver’s License

You demonstrate integrity and promote a positive working environment by being a self‑starter and willing to assist team members on a consistent basis

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 can include nights and weekends during seasonal peaks to support production demand

What Makes You Stand Out

Two‑Year Technical or Associate’s Degree in Agriculture, Operations, Manufacturing, or related field

General knowledge and/or experience with field and agriculture equipment (plows, tractor, feeder, etc.)

Knowledge or experience with LEAN Manufacturing principles such as 5S, Continuous Improvement and Standardized Work

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.

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

Learn more about our total rewards package here – Corteva Benefits

Check out life at Corteva! www.linkedin.com/company/corteva/life

Corteva Agriscience is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.

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