Production Technician

Vylor; Hedrick (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

Retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Vylor, an on-site production team in Fremont, IA, is seeking a Production Technician to support harvest, conditioning, and packaging activities. Responsibilities include operating automated equipment, handling sorting and palletizing, and maintaining safe, efficient production workflows.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, strong computer skills, and be willing to work rotating shifts including nights and weekends to meet seasonal demand.

Qualifications

• Willing to climb and work in elevated areas, stand and sit for long periods, and handle outdoor/indoor conditions.
• Strong computer aptitude with MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated diligence, multitasking, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid US driver’s license and ability to work rotating shifts including nights/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Participate in harvest prep, drying, shelling, husk oversight, unloading, and related processes.
• Monitor automated equipment during harvesting, conditioning, treating, and packing.
• Handle product returns and sorting activities.
• Assist sizing, gravity operation, packaging, and palletizing.
• Operate automation and computerized systems and perform forklift/warehouse duties.

Skills

Computer aptitude

Teamwork

Communication

Safety awareness

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join Vylor—Powering the Future of Agriculture

At Vylor, we’re advancing agriculture through breakthrough science—combining elite germplasm, cutting-edge biotech, and next-generation expertise in gene editing and molecular breeding. Our portfolio includes trusted industry brands like Pioneer®, Brevant®, and Hoegemeyer®, delivering performance farmers rely on.

Join us to help scale innovation globally and shape what’s next in crop science.

Vylor has an exciting opportunity for a Production Technician to join our team at our Fremont, Iowa location!

VISA Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.

This role will be on site at the Corteva location.

What You Will Do:

• Participate in harvest activities such as preparation, drying, shelling, husk oversight, product unloading, and other relevant processes
• Perform a variety of tasks associated with general plant, field and warehouse operations that evolve with each season throughout the year
• Accurately monitor highly automated equipment for processes such as harvesting, conditioning, treating, and packing
• Product return and sorting activities
• Actively participate in conditioning activities such as sizing, gravity operation, packaging, palletizing, etc.
• Use of automation and computerized systems to perform work tasks (computers and iPads)
• Perform warehouse activities such as forklift operation, collecting samples, pooling, and other duties associated
• Various other duties as assigned

Education:

• You have your High School Diploma/GED OR are willing and able to obtain your GED within twelve (12) months of hire as a condition of employment

What Skills You Need:

• You are willing and able to do the following with or without reasonable accommodation: Climb and/or work in elevated areas, Stand and sit for extended periods, work outdoors and indoors in hot, cold, wet, and dry conditions, lift up to fifty (50) lbs., and perform work that involves repetitive motion and lifting
• You are comfortable with technology and possess good computer aptitude including the use of Microsoft Applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), and are willing and able to learn other company specific applications as required
• You have high diligence, can multitask, maintain an organized workplace and excellent problem-solving skills
• You have a valid US Driver’s License
• You value working as a team, are initiative-taking, communicate concerns, and are accepting of change
• You possess good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers
• You demonstrate integrity and promote a positive working environment by being an initiative-taker and willing to assist team members on a consist basis
• You uphold health and safety to the highest standard! You consistently help others and demonstrate adherence to safety protocols, policies, and procedures to ensure you and your colleagues go home safely every day
• You understand that delivering to our customers on time keeps us viable and are willing and able to work a rotating shift and overtime hours, which include nights and weekends during seasonal peaks to support production demand

What Makes You Stand Out:

• Two-Year Technical or associate’s degree in agriculture, manufacturing, or related field
• You have one (1) year of education and/or experience in operations, manufacturing, agriculture, or related industry
• Knowledge or experience with LEAN Manufacturing principles such as 5S, Continuous Improvement and Standardized Work
• General knowledge and/or experience with field and/or agriculture equipment (plows, tractor, forklift, etc.)

See what it’s like to work at our Seed Production locations, please visit : https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJH446RiTipYzBES7NJF6rSV_5hRVEv_G

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 Vylor! https://www.linkedin.com/company/vylorgenetics/

Corteva announced to separate our current advanced seed and genetics business to establish a standalone company, operating as Vylor, Inc. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to legal requirements and board approval. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the separation, you would be an employee of Vylor, Inc. and your employment would be governed by Vylor, Inc. employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by Vylor, Inc. at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.

Vylor is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.