Seed Handling Specialist

Corteva Agriscience • Mankato, MN

6d • $68,355 - $75,950

About The Position

At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what’s next. No matter your role, you will be part of a team 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. As a Seed Handling Specialist based at the Mankato Research Center, you will play a key role in the development of new seed products, traits, and research technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in agronomy or related scientific field.
• Working knowledge and hands‑on experience in agronomy, crop production, plant development, or small‑plot experimental design.
• Proficiency with standard Microsoft Office applications, with the ability to learn and effectively use internal Corteva Agriscience software systems.
• Ability to safely and efficiently operate agricultural or research field equipment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build productive working relationships across teams.
• High attention to detail, self‑motivation, and ability to initiate and execute projects, process improvements, decision‑making, and problem‑solving activities.
• Will be required to do physical lifting and work outdoors in varying ergonomic environments.
• Must be capable of lifting 50 pounds.
• Extended work hours and occasional overnight travel during peak workload periods will be required. Some additional travel may be necessary.
• Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and ability to obtain CMV license (needed for pickup/bumper pull trailer combination).
• Demonstrated capabilities in leadership, operational safety, supervision, and effective time management.

Responsibilities

• Lead seasonal seed handling operations, including packaging, shelling, seed treating, seed requests, shipping, and hand harvesting.
• Maintain organized and accurate seed inventories to support local and external research programs.
• Supervise and direct seasonal employees, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with established protocols.
• Ability to obtain FAA commercial UAS license for data collection flights.
• Support or lead various research center activities such as experiment planning, plot planting, data collection, plot management, corn pollination and machine harvesting.
• Demonstrate Corteva Agriscience’s Core Values through ethical conduct, professionalism, and collaborative teamwork.
• Support or lead site safety initiatives to ensure a safe, compliant work environment for all employees.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level