Plant Operations Coordinator Seed Operations Development Program

Job description

**Who are we, and what do we do?**

At **Corteva Agriscience** , you will help us grow what’s next.

No matter your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture – leading breakthroughs in the innovation and application of science and technology that will better the lives of people all over the world and fuel the progress of humankind.

Corteva Agriscience has an exciting opportunity to join our organization as a **Plant Operations Coordinator** within the **Seed Operations Development Program** .

This program provides job training and targeted career development for select college graduates through wide exposure and high-touch experience in the Corteva Seed Business.

The program is designed to equip early career hires with the knowledge, experience, and skills required to fill future leadership positions within Corteva.

**What You’ll Do:**

The Plant Operations Coordinator role is a two-year developmental position with responsibilities centered on the safe, effective, and efficient management of corn and soybean production processes.

Assignments may include: - Driving business improvement and productivity initiatives.

- Supporting labor planning needs.

- Managing equipment maintenance and utilization.

- Leading safety and environmental projects.

**Note:** This position does not offer sponsorship.

**What Skills You Need:**

+ Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in agriculture, agronomy, agriculture business operations, soil science, or related field with broad interest in agriculture.
+ Willingness to relocate.
+ 0–2 years of experience with seed growers/seed plant operations or equivalent education and experience preferred.
+ Willingness to learn all aspects of seed production.
+ Strong communication skills (oral and written).
+ Teamwork and leadership skills.
+ Strong computer and analytical skills.
+ Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with growers, work effectively within a team, and lead and influence teams/projects.
+ Knowledge of production agriculture and production plant operations.
+ Knowledge of field equipment, supervisory and team leadership skills, and training abilities.
+ Strong priority management and ability to adjust quickly to changing conditions.
+ Good verbal communication and advanced PC skills.
+ Willingness to work in a variety of conditions (field, plant, warehouse – hot, cold, dust, etc.).
+ Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.

**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 (https://hrportal.ehr.com/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=2Nre68t3vrs%3d&portalid=351)
+ 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 embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.
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.

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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.

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