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Corteva Agriscience Production Specialist - Field in Princeton, Illinois
Description
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.
What You'll Do:
Perform a variety of tasks associated with general plant operations and field activities that will evolve with each season throughout the year.
Lead Field Mapping Activities, GPS Field boundaries and upload into ArcGIS.
Ensure digital tools are calibrated and ready for use each season
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.
Involved in seasonal data collection and management. Including: as-planted, as-applied, uploading fertility data and harvest yield monitor setup and data collection/monitoring.
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.
Qualifications
Education:
- High school diploma/GED minimum. Associate's degree preferred.
What Skills You Need:
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 always put your best foot forward and have a great attention to detail.
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).
You understand that the company's viability and performance is directly tied to your job security, so you are willing and able to work overtime and weekends to meet business needs during peak season.
What Makes You Stand Out:
Experience using Geospatial technology.
Strong understanding and experience with farm machinery, geographic information systems (GIS software), GPS systems, variable rate technology and mapping software.
Relocation assistance not offered for this position.
VISA Sponsorship is not available for this position.
This positions is required to work at the Corteva location 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 (https://careers.corteva.com/2024-us-benefits-guide)
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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 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:
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