Production Shift Supervisor

Corteva Agriscience • Hedrick, IA

19h • Onsite

About The Position

Corteva Agriscience is seeking a Production Shift Supervisor at its Hedrick, Iowa, location. This role involves supervising, leading, and coordinating a team of Production Technicians on a given shift. The supervisor will monitor daily plant activities to ensure safety, quality, and productivity commitments are met. Key responsibilities include managing work processes, balancing workloads, and utilizing leadership skills in hiring, training, and motivating employees. The position requires expertise in specific areas such as conditioning, treating, packaging, harvest, and warehouse operations, with duties varying due to seasonal demands. This is an opportunity to gain valuable experience and knowledge in the agriculture industry.

Requirements

• Minimum of a High School Diploma/GED.
• Versatile and willing and able to learn and work in a variety of areas (field, plant, warehouse).
• Willing and able to climb and/or work in elevated areas.
• Willing and able to stand and sit for extended periods.
• Willing and able to work outdoors and indoors in hot, cold, wet, and dry conditions.
• Willing and able to lift up to fifty (50) lbs.
• Willing and able to perform tasks involving repetitive motion and lifting.
• Ability to adjust to changing conditions, prioritize and manage work processes and workforce flexibility.
• Comfortable with technology and possess an intermediate computer aptitude including the use of Microsoft Applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), and willing and able to learn other company specific applications as required.
• Excellent problem-solving and analysis skills with high attention to detail.
• Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Possess a valid US Driver’s License.
• Uphold health and safety to the highest standard.
• Consistently help others and demonstrate adherence to safety protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Willing and able to work a rotating shift and overtime hours, which include nights and weekends during seasonal peaks to support production demand.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Manufacturing, Business, or related field.
• Previous three (3) to five (5) years of leadership, coaching, or supervisory experience within Operations or warehouse environment.
• Knowledge or experience with LEAN Manufacturing principles such as 5S, Continuous Improvement and Standardized Work.

Responsibilities

• Review production schedules and allocate team members to complete schedules and ensure production expectations are met.
• Manage work processes and balance workloads.
• Accountable for conditioning, treating, and packaging operations on an assigned shift.
• Monitor product quality and ensure activities meet the needs of the Quality Plan.
• Monitor safety and productivity and ensure the team is executing at the highest level to meet the needs of the business.
• Hire, train, and motivate a team of technicians.
• Manage the team with respect to hiring, employee performance, and compensation and rewards recommendations.
• Work across locations and focus on specific areas (conditioning, treating, and packaging, etc.) as a process expert.
• Develop and maintain communication and rapport with plant personnel, employees from other Corteva plants or departments, growers, vendors, etc.
• Collaborate with other leaders to coordinate workflow and resources between departments.
• Provide input for workforce planning and development, scheduling, and development of the annual business plan.
• Complete and maintain appropriate records, documents, and reports.

Benefits

• 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.
• Competitive retirement savings plan.
• Tuition reimbursement program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED