Production Technician

Description

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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. We have an exciting opportunity for a Production Technician at our Connell WA Parent Seed location. We stay busy and challenged year-round with a diversity of tasks and activities at Connell! We take pride in the quality of our work and the safety of all of our team members. We are looking for candidates who take initiative, love to learn, work hard, and have stable work history.

VISA Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Relocation assistance not offered for this position.
This role will be on-site at a Corteva location.

What You'll Do:

• Run a variety of process equipment.
• Ensure compliance with Quality Plan Work Instructions and Quality Plan requirements.
• Collect and record data for continuous improvement projects and production records.
• Support preventative maintenance (PM) and other general repair efforts.
• Assist with warehousing activities including forklift operation.
• Use automation and computerized systems to perform work tasks (computers, iPads, etc).
• Perform field management activities such as scouting, field maintenance, logistical planning and maintain relationships with external partners (growers, contractors, etc).
• Assist with harvest activities such as preparation, seed sampling, truck unloading, and other relevant processes (depending upon crop) as well as leading work areas.
• Assist with safety program management and related safety activities.
• Various other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education:

• You have your High School Diploma/GED OR are willing and able to obtain your GED within a specified time frame of hire as a condition of employment.

What Skills You Need:

• You have good computer skills and are experienced with Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word.
• You enjoy the challenge of having a variety of tasks and staying busy!
• You value the safety of yourself and your co-workers and will eagerly participate in safe work practices, on-the-job safety, and work safety programs.
• You value working as a team, are proactive, communicate concerns, and are accepting of change.
• You can work independently, multitask, and maintain an organized workplace.
• You have a valid driver's license, so you are able to drive a company vehicle when needed.
• Chilly warehouse? No problem! You love to get out there and work hard in different environments! You are also 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.
• You are willing and able to work a primarily daytime schedule with overtime hours including weekend work during seasonal peaks (April July and September November).

What Makes You Stand Out:
Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles such as 5S, Continuous Improvement and Standardized Work.

• Forklift operation experience.

Salary Range

The salary range for this position is $20.30 - $25.40 hourly. This reflects a reasonable estimate of the targeted base salary for this role. This role is also eligible for an annual bonus. Based on factors such as geographic location and candidate qualifications, actual base pay is determined when an employment offer is made.

Benefits How Well 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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