Production Technician

About the role

Join Vylor—Powering the Future of Agriculture. We’re advancing agriculture through breakthrough science, combining elite germplasm, cutting-edge biotech, and next-generation expertise in gene editing and molecular breeding. Our portfolio includes trusted industry brands like Pioneer®, Brevant®, and Hoegemeyer®, delivering performance farmers rely on. This role is based at our Worthington, Indiana production facility.

Responsibilities

• Harvest activities such as preparation, sorting, drying, etc.
• Conditioning activities such as sizing, gravity operation, packaging, palletizing, etc.
• Return and rework activities.
• Quality Analysis & Control activities.
• Field management activities such as scouting, field maintenance.
• Warehousing activities including forklift operation, collecting samples, pooling, etc.
• Gathering data for continuous improvement projects.
• Various other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED OR willingness and ability to obtain your GED within 1 year of hire as a condition of employment.
• Willingness and ability 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.
  • Perform work that involves repetitive motion and lifting
• Comfort with technology and good computer aptitude, including use of Microsoft Applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). Willingness and ability to learn other company-specific applications as required.
• High diligence, ability to multitask, maintain an organized workplace, and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Valid US Driver’s License.
• Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Demonstrated integrity and promotion of a positive working environment by being an initiative-taker and consistently assisting team members.
• Commitment to upholding health and safety to the highest standard, including helping others and adhering to safety protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Willingness and ability to work a rotating shift and overtime hours, including nights and weekends during seasonal peaks to support production demand.

Qualifications

The following qualifications will make 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 related industry.
• Knowledge or experience with LEAN Manufacturing principles such as 5S, Continuous Improvement, and Standardized Work.
• General knowledge and/or experience with field and/or agriculture equipment (plows, tractors, forklifts, etc.).

Benefits

• Numerous development opportunities to build your skills.
• Health benefits for you and your family starting 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.
• Competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program.

Work Authorization and Relocation: VISA sponsorship is not available for this position, and this role does not offer a comprehensive domestic relocation package. This is a site-dedicated role (100% on-site at our Corteva location in Worthington, Indiana).

Corteva announced plans to separate its advanced seed and genetics business to establish a standalone company, Vylor, Inc. The separation is anticipated to be completed in the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to legal requirements and board approval. Should you accept this position, following the separation, you would be an employee of Vylor, Inc.