Operations Tech: Formulation & Packaging

Corteva Agriscience; El Paso (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

Job summary

Corteva Agriscience in El Paso, IL is seeking an Operations Technician for an on-site role. Wages start at $24.00 per hour, with a $1000 sign-on bonus, and shifts that include early evening and night hours.

The role involves formulating or packaging dry flowable herbicide, asset training, safety checks, and forklift operation. Strong English, HS diploma, and a valid US driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• High School/GED or equivalent.
• Relevant trade school training or technical background.
• 2+ years of manufacturing or relevant military experience.
• Read, write, and speak English.
• Possess a valid United States driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Formulate or package dry flowable herbicide.
• Train in formulation or packaging assets per plan.
• Perform minor maintenance on assets and equipment.
• Complete safety checks and PPE compliance.
• Operate a forklift for loading/unloading and movement of materials.
• Interpret lab results and adjust processes as needed.
• Use Excel, Outlook and databases to track data.
• Participate in plant improvement initiatives.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Reading gauges

Hazard recognition

Teamwork

Education

High School/GED

Trade school training

2+ years manufacturing/military experience

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Databases

Job description

Corteva Agriscience in El Paso, IL is seeking an Operations Technician for an on-site role. Wages start at $24.00 per hour, with a $1000 sign-on bonus, and shifts that include early evening and night hours.

The role involves formulating or packaging dry flowable herbicide, asset training, safety checks, and forklift operation. Strong English, HS diploma, and a valid US driver's license are required.