Field Production Specialist

Corteva Agriscience • Reinbeck, IA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

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 Specialist to join our team at our Toledo and Reinbeck, Iowa Production facilities!
You’ll Do:
Perform a variety of tasks associated with field activities that will evolve with each season throughout the year.
Provide support and guidance to 3rd party contract conditioners.
Complete data entry as required.
Prepare required documentation for sample processing and shipping.
Field Mapping support for multiple crops and production areas.
Generate and monitor P.O.’s for 3rd party contract conditioners and provide support with packaging and labeling requirements.
Perform administrative procedures, along with all procedures associated with field activities.
Field responsibilities may include assisting growers with planting, IPM, detasseling coordination, and harvest troubleshooting.
Ability to help train a diverse group of growers and employees on seed field processes and expectations.
Involved in the analysis of data collected from digital agronomy tools and strategies.
Manage various projects throughout the course of the growing season.

Requirements

• You love agriculture and you are passionate about playing your part in seeding and feeding the world!
• When you see a problem, what you notice is the opportunity to take initiative to find and implement a solution!
• You can easily relate to people, and you apply that skill set to effectively work with customers, peers, and all other stakeholders using strong verbal and written communication skills.
• You have a valid driver’s license, so you will be able to drive a company vehicle on assignment when needed.
• 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 are willing to help out and physical work isn’t a problem for you (lifting up to 50lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation included).
• Overtime hours including weekend and shift work as required during peak seasons.
• Knowledge and experience working with corn, soybean, and wheat strongly preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Two-Year Technical or Associates Degree in Agriculture, Operations, Manufacturing, or related field
• General knowledge and/or experience with field and agriculture equipment (plows, tractor, feeder, etc.)
• Knowledge or experience with LEAN Manufacturing principles such as 5S, Continuous Improvement and Standardized Work

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of tasks associated with field activities that will evolve with each season throughout the year.
• Provide support and guidance to 3rd party contract conditioners.
• Complete data entry as required.
• Prepare required documentation for sample processing and shipping.
• Field Mapping support for multiple crops and production areas.
• Generate and monitor P.O.’s for 3rd party contract conditioners and provide support with packaging and labeling requirements.
• Perform administrative procedures, along with all procedures associated with field activities.
• Field responsibilities may include assisting growers with planting, IPM, detasseling coordination, and harvest troubleshooting.
• Ability to help train a diverse group of growers and employees on seed field processes and expectations.
• Involved in the analysis of data collected from digital agronomy tools and strategies.
• Manage various projects throughout the course of the growing season.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree