Production Technician

About the role

Join us at Corteva Agriscience, where you'll help grow what's next in agriculture. This Production Technician role supports seed production operations at the Johnston Parent Corn location.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of process equipment while adhering to safety policies
• 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
• Lead or support a defined safety program to enhance safety across the site
• Assist with warehousing activities including forklift operation
• Use automation and computerized systems to perform work tasks (HMI, computers, iPads, etc.)
• Potential to 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
• Perform various other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED or willing and able to obtain GED within one year of hire
• Value health and safety, always working safely and following all safety policies and procedures
• Willingness and flexibility to work a rotating shift and scheduled overtime hours, including weekends and holidays, during seasonal peaks to support production demand
• Comfortable with technology, have good computer skills, and are familiar with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• High attention to detail, can multitask, maintain an organized workplace, and have excellent problem-solving skills
• Proactive, communicate concerns, and adaptable
• Legally able to work in the United States
• Valid US driver’s license for driving a company vehicle to field locations when needed

Physical Job Requirements

• Stand and sit for extended periods
• Work both outdoors and indoors in hot, cold, wet, and dry conditions
• Lift up to 60 lbs
• Perform work that involves repetitive motion and/or repetitive lifting
• Exposure to dust and plant allergens including but not limited to corn, sunflower, cotton, and canola pollen and protein and sorghum as well as potential mold spores and/or chemicals