Location: Woodhull,IL, USA
Description
The Seed Operations Development Program at Corteva offers an exceptional opportunity for recent graduates to rapidly advance their careers in the agriculture industry. Through comprehensive, hands-on training and personalized career development, participants gain in-depth exposure to multiple aspects of Corteva's Seed Business. This program is specifically designed to cultivate future leaders, equipping you with the expertise and skills to excel in roles that drive innovation and progress within the company.
You'll benefit from tailored mentorship and be immersed in high-impact projects that not only cover the technical side of seed operations but also enhance your strategic thinking and problem-solving abilitiesqualities essential for leadership. This isn't just a job; it's a platform for those eager to lead and shape the future of agriculture at Corteva.
In the role of Plant Operations Coordinator, based in Woodhull, IL, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safe and efficient production of corn and soybeans. Your responsibilities will range from managing production processes and driving business improvements to leading safety initiatives and optimizing equipment performance. This dynamic, fast-paced environment offers tremendous professional growth while allowing you to make a meaningful impact on the business.
Why join us?
+ Comprehensive career development: You'll receive tailored training and mentorship to accelerate your growth.
+ Leadership opportunities: This role sets you on a direct path to leadership within Corteva.
+ Meaningful work: Your contributions will directly impact our seed production operations, helping to feed the world.
Qualifications
Requirements - Who You Are:
You are someone who has a foundation of skills and knowledge in agriculture and a drive to grow within the industry.
+ Educational Expertise: You hold a bachelor's degree in agriculture, agronomy, soil science, or a related field, with a deep interest in advancing the future of agriculture.
+ Experience: Whether through internships, work experience, or education, you have 0-2 years of hands-on involvement with seed growers, plant operations, or related fields. You're excited to expand on this foundation.
+ Curiosity & Willingness to Learn: You're ready to dive into all aspects of seed production and commit to gaining the knowledge necessary for success in this field.
+ Communication Skills: Strong in both oral and written communication, you can convey ideas clearly and effectively to different audiences.
+ Leadership & Collaboration: You thrive in a team environment, demonstrating leadership potential, and have the ability to influence and guide projects.
+ Technical Savvy: Your strong computer and analytical skills help you navigate data and processes effectively.
+ Relationship Building: You excel at building and maintaining relationships with growers and teammates, fostering a collaborative working environment.
+ Agricultural Knowledge: You possess an understanding of production agriculture, plant operations, and field equipment, alongside leadership and supervisory skills.
+ Adaptability: You handle changing conditions with ease, managing priorities and responsibilities effectively in varied environments, from the field to the plant.
+ Physical Capability: You're prepared for the physical demands of the job, including the ability to lift up to 60 lbs and work in a variety of conditions (hot, cold, dusty environments).
This is your chance to take your career to the next level with a company that's shaping the future of agriculture. Join us, and grow with Corteva.
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 (
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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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