Seed Handling Specialist

Who Are We, And What Do We Do?

Corteva Agriscience is dedicated to growing what’s next through innovation and technology. This role is for a Seed Handling Specialist based in Grimes, Iowa.

What You’ll Do

• Act as the primary site contact for seed request fulfillment, coordinating across Research and Logistics teams to ensure 100% order accuracy and adherence to delivery timelines.
• Direct the bulk-to-packet seed splitting process, ensuring precise inventory weight or count accuracy.
• Support the physical routing of materials between storage, processing, and shipping areas.
• Ensure all shipments comply with domestic and international phytosanitary regulations, biotech stewardship requirements, and legal shipping mandates.
• Capture and submit representative seed samples for phytosanitary testing, maintaining accurate labeling & documentation for lab analysis.
• Perform inventory adjustments related to seed sampling, lot splitting, and seed movements utilizing WMS tools.
• Maintain strong alignment and close collaboration with all site operations to respond quickly to changing demands and priorities.
• Maintain accurate operational records, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and prepare reports for stakeholders.
• Monitor process performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, speed, and quality.
• Plan and optimize the use of labor, infrastructure, and equipment to meet operational objectives.
• Oversee a team of 2-4 staff members in daily activities, promoting adherence to procedures and best practices.
• Promote and uphold a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and required training.

What You Need

• Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Agribusiness, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Agronomy, or a related field is highly preferred.
• Experience: 3+ years of experience in warehouse operations, logistics, or agricultural research (or 1+ years with a relevant degree).
• Physical & Environmental: Ability to work in a dual office and warehouse environment with varying temperatures, stand for extended periods, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be willing to perform manual material handling alongside the team.
• Core Competencies: Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills; ability to remain detail-oriented in a fast-paced, seasonal environment.