Production Technician

Corteva Agriscience; Switz City (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 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 Worthington, Indiana is seeking a Production Technician to support seed production operations on-site. You will perform harvest, conditioning, packaging, and warehousing tasks, while upholding safety and quality standards.

This role requires a High School Diploma or GED, ability to lift up to 50 lb, and willingness to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends during peak seasons. A valid US driver's license is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and ability to obtain GED within 1 year.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in varied conditions.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; willing to learn company apps.
• Valid US driver's license and good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Harvest preparation, sorting, drying, and related activities.
• Conditioning: sizing, gravity operations, packaging, palletizing.
• Return and rework tasks as needed by supervision.
• Quality analysis and control activities.
• Field management such as scouting and field maintenance.
• Warehousing tasks including forklift operation and sample collection.
• Data gathering for continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Driver's license

Computer aptitude

Problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Shift flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two-year technical/associates degree

Tools

Microsoft Applications

Excel

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 Worthington, Indiana production facility!

What You Will Do:

• Harvest activities such as preparation, sorting, drying, etc.

• Conditioning activities such as sizing, gravity operation, packaging, palletizing, etc.

• Return and rework activities.

• Quality Analysis & Control activities.

• Field management activities such as scouting, field maintenance.

• Warehousing activities including forklift operation, collecting samples, pooling, etc.

• Gathering data for continuous improvement projects.

• Various other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education:

• You have your High School Diploma/GED OR are willing and able to obtain your GED within 1 year of hire as a condition of employment.

What Skills You Need:

• You want to work somewhere doing something where you can make a difference in the world!

• 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 a 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 have excellent problem‑solving skills

• You have a valid US Driver’s License

• 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 consistently

• 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 Associates Degree in Agriculture, Manufacturing, Operations, or a 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, tractors, forklifts, etc.)

Work Authorization and Relocation:

• VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position
• This position does NOT offer a comprehensive domestic relocation package

Site Dedicated (100% at Corteva location):

• This role will be on‑site at our Corteva location

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 (https://hrportal.ehr.com/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=2Nre68t3vrs%3d&portalid=351)

• Check out life at Vylor! https://www.linkedin.com/company/vylorgenetics/

Are you a good match? We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.

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.

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:Accessibility Page for Contact Information

For US Applicants: See the ‘Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law’ poster. To all recruitment agencies: Corteva does not accept unsolicited third party resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.