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Description Corteva Agriscience has an exciting opportunity for a Production Technicia n to join our company at the Woodhull, IL commercial corn and soybean production facility. In this role, you will perform a variety of tasks associated with general plant operations and possible field activities that will evolve with each season throughout the year. You will be responsible for setting up and monitoring highly automated equipment for various processes such as harvest, conditioning, treating and packaging. During peak seasons (September - April) the Woodhull production plant runs a 24/6 or 24/7 schedule based on demand. Shift hours can be 8 to 12 hours depending on which schedule is utilized. Rotating 8 to 12 hours shifts happen also. Staggered down shifts the remaining months of the year. What You'll Do: Model safety as the number one focus 100% Safety Steward of a designated program Support a business needs first concept Support the oversight of receiving, conditioning, packaging, harvest, return, pre-cleaning. Possible field scouting/and or final field, and warehousing operations to maximize material flow and process efficiencies Monitor product quality and ensure activities meet the requirements of the Quality Plans Ensure direct materials are available for process orders. Help manage bulk and bagged seed inventories and assist with product movement activities Ensure cleanliness and orderliness of the workplace Ensure operator preventative maintenance tasks are completed timely Ensure employees are properly trained on job duties and equipment as assigned Support forward plans of oncoming shift and work with other leaders to coordinate workflow and allocation of resources between shifts and departments Foster harmonious communications within the shift and between shifts. Duties and responsibilities will evolve throughout the year Qualifications Education: You have your High School Diploma/GED OR are willing and able to obtain your GED within 1 year of hire as a condition of employment. What Skills You Need: Software knowledgeable Microsoft Packages. Tool knowledge Willing and able to work in a variety of areas (field, plant, warehouse) Willing and able to climb and/or work in elevated areas; standing and sitting for extended periods Willing and able to work both outdoors and indoors in hot, cold, wet and dry conditions Willing and able to lift up to 50 lbs. and complete work that involves repetitive motion and/or repetitive lifting Willing and able to work shift work Willingness and ability to work overtime hours including weekend work required during seasonal peaks Teamwork skills Relocation assistance not offered for this position. VISA Sponsorship is (not) available for this position. This positions is required to work in office 5 days a week. 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 Check out life at Corteva! /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 Agriscienceâ„¢ 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.