Production Technician

At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what's next. No matter what your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture – solving the world's food problems through innovation, technology, and putting people first. Corteva has an exciting opportunity for a Production Technician to join our team at our Chatham, Canada facility.

· This position does NOT offer a relocation package

· VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

· This role will be on site at our Corteva location

What You'll Do:

· The role of Production Technician is versatile and may encompass tasks related to the seed production plant, harvesting, receiving, conditioning, treater operation, packaging, warehousing, returns/rework, and shipping, as well as general repair and maintenance as directed by the supervisor.

· Harvesting duties include activities such as green corn/sheller/dryer operations, driving to the field and sorting.

· Packaging tasks involve reworking products and bagging.

· Safely operating equipment using PLC computer automation software.

· Entering data such as testing results, downtime, and quality concerns into SAP/R3 and HMI programs.

· Warehouse responsibilities may include inventory management and specific inventory transactions using forklifts.

· Ensuring compliance with quality and safety requirements, including developing and reviewing procedures.

Education:

· High School Diploma/GED.

What Skills You Need:

· You are willing and able to work in a variety of areas (field, plant, and warehouse).

·    Valid driver's license required for operating company vehicles as part of job duties.

· You are comfortable with technology and possess a good computer aptitude including the use of Microsoft Applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and are willing and able to learn other company-specific applications as required.

· You are willing and able to perform the physical aspects of the job 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., and perform work that involves repetitive motion and lifting.

· You can work independently as well as in a team environment.

· You have good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

· You have high diligence, can multitask, maintain an organized workplace, and have excellent critical thinking skills.

· You value health and safety You will always work safely and follow all safety policies and procedures to ensure you, and your colleagues, go home safely every day.

· You are willing and able to work a rotating shift, on-call availability, and overtime hours, which include nights and weekends during seasonal peaks to support production demand.

What Makes You Stand Out:

· Two-Year technical or associate's degree in agriculture, manufacturing, operations, or a related field.

· Experience in operations, manufacturing, agriculture, field and/or agriculture equipment (plows, tractors, forklifts, etc.).

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, plus paid holidays

Excellent parental leave which includes 16 weeks of supplementary top-up for both mothers and fathers.

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

Learn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva Benefits

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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.