Production Technician

Corteva Agriscience • Saint Joseph, MO

54d • Onsite

About The Position

Corteva Agriscience has an exciting opportunity for a Production Technician to join our team at our St. Joseph, Illinois location! This role involves building the future of agriculture through science and technology.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED OR willing and able to obtain your GED within twelve (12) months of hire as a condition of employment
• Willing and able to 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., and perform work that involves repetitive motion and lifting (with or without reasonable accommodation)
• Comfortable with technology and possess good 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
• 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
• Demonstrate integrity and promote a positive working environment by being an initiative-taker and willing to assist team members consistently
• 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

• Two-Year Technical or Associates Degree in Agriculture, Manufacturing, Operations, or a related field
• Two (2) years 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.)

Responsibilities

• Model Safety as the number one (1) focus and be a Safety Steward of the designated program
• Perform a variety of tasks associated with general plant, field, and warehouse operations that evolve with each season throughout the year
• Accurately monitor highly automated equipment for processes such as harvesting, conditioning, treating, and packing
• Assist with the oversight of receiving, conditioning, packaging, harvest, product return, and precleaning.
• Participate in harvest activities such as preparation, drying, shelling, husk oversight, product unloading, and other relevant processes
• Product return and sorting activities
• Actively participate in conditioning activities such as sizing, gravity operation, packaging, palletizing, etc.
• Field activities such as scouting, inspection, and managing logistics
• Perform warehouse activities such as forklift operation, collecting samples, pooling, and other duties
• Various other duties as assigned

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
• Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program

What This Job Offers

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