DescriptionThe Role & Local Community:
We care about you and we care that you're comfortable. While there's no place like home, Corteva comes close. Growing What Matters Starts With YOU!
As the world's only major agriscience company completely dedicated to agriculture, we're building a culture that stays curious, thinks differently, acts boldly and takes a stand on what's right for our customers, our co-workers, our partners and our planet. We know we've got big challenges to solve - we hope you'll be part of the solution. Corteva Agriscience is seeking a talented and committed Production Technician to join our Litchfield IL production site. At Corteva, you will help us grow what's next.
About the Role:
In this role, you will perform a variety of tasks associated with general plant operations and field activities that will evolve with each season throughout the year. You will be responsible for setting up and monitoring highly automated equipment for various processes such as harvest, conditioning, treating, and packing. The inclusive, motivated team in Litchfield offers a safe and innovative work environment that allows for personal and professional growth. Don't miss out on this excellent employment opportunity. Apply online today.
What You'll Do:
- Harvest activities such as preparation, receiving, etc.
- Plant production activities such as pre-cleaning, gravity operation, treating, bagging, palletizing, etc.
- Return and rework activities.
- Field management activities such as scouting, field maintenance.
- Warehousing activities including forklift operation, collecting samples, pooling, etc.
- Gathering data for future aid in continuous improvement projects.
- Will be assigned a safety program in which you will be responsible for implementing and training other employees.
- Various other duties as assigned by supervisor.
QualificationsEducation:
- You have your High School Diploma/GED OR are willing and able to obtain your GED within 1 year of hire as a condition of employment.
What Skills You Need:
- Willing and able to work in a variety of areas (field, plant, warehouse).
- Willing and able to climb and/or work in elevated areas; standing and sitting for extended periods.
- Willing and able to work both outdoors and indoors in hot, cold, wet and dry conditions.
- Willing and able to lift up to 50 lbs. and complete work that involves repetitive motion and/or repetitive lifting with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Willingness and ability to work overtime hours including weekend work required during seasonal peaks and shifts as needed.
- Willingness to work as a team and be proactive in communicating concerns, best practices and mastering changes that will improve overall team performance.
- Attention to detail and problem solving skills.
- Time management skills including proactive work ethic and utilizing a sense of urgency.
- Ability to work independently, multitask and maintain an organized workplace.
- Computer aptitude including use of Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word.
What Makes You Stand Out:
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles such as 5S, Continuous Improvement and Standardized Work are a plus.
- Knowledge of production agriculture and production plant operations desired.
- Knowledge of field equipment desired.
- SAP or similar Enterprise Resource Planning software to manage data processing
Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.
VISA Sponsorship is not available for this position.
This role will be on-site at the 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
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.
Corteva Agriscience™ is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to boldly embracing the power of inclusion, diversity, and equity to enrich the lives of our employees and strengthen the performance of our company, while advancing equity in agriculture. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. Discrimination, harassment and retaliation are inconsistent with our values and will not be tolerated. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit:
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To all recruitment agencies: Corteva does not accept unsolicited third party resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
