Production Technician

Corteva Agriscience

Hermiston, OR

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Agriculture, Apple iPad, Automation, CDL Driver's License, Continuous Improvement, Diversity, Driver's License, Forklift, General Handyperson, Groundskeeping, High School Diploma, Inventory Management, Lean Manufacturing, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Manufacturing, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Preventative Maintenance, Production Support, Safety/Work Safety, Shipping/Receiving, Team Player, Warehousing

LOCATION

Hermiston, OR

POSTED

3 days ago

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 **Hermiston OR Parent Seed location** . We stay busy and challenged year-round with a diversity of tasks and activities at Hermiston! 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 is not offered for this position. This role will be on-site at the Corteva location. **What You'll Do:** + Shipping and receiving activities, including interplant movement, warehousing, and inventory management of bulk and bagged seed. + Maintain a positive working relationship with growers, detasseling and roguing contractors, as well as seed field inspectors. + Handle a high volume and complexity of product (e.g. number of hybrids, customization). + Seed field management activities such as scouting, field maintenance, pollination delay, rouging, and control activities. + Compliance with Quality Plan Work Instructions and Quality Plan requirements. + Oversee processes while partnering with seasonal workers to ensure quality field operations and activities. + Harvest activities such as preparation, drying, stabilization. + General repair and preventative maintenance activities. + Use of automation and computerized systems to perform work tasks (computers and iPads). + Various other duties as assigned. **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 appreciate being in a position that has strong potential for advancement. + 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 are seasoned in the working-world and/or have at least two years of education in operations, manufacturing, agriculture or warehousing. + 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 rotating shift and overtime hours including occasional weekend work which may be required during seasonal peaks (April - July and September - November) to support production goals. **What Makes You Stand Out:** + Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles such as 5S, Continuous Improvement and Standardized Work. + Forklift operation experience. + Current CDL driver's license. See what it's like to work at our Seed Production locations, please visit : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJH446RiTipYzBES7NJF6rSV\_5hRVEv\_G **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. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit:Accessibility Page for Contact Information For US Applicants: See the 'Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law' poster. 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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Corteva Agriscience

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