The Indianapolis Site Operations Leader is responsible for the Company Headquarter campus, managing 24/7 facility operations and preventative maintenance. 

Corteva is a major American and large (multi-billion) publicly traded global organization recognized premium solutions, products and software tools and services geared to Agriculture.  Corteva produces solutions under branded environment.  Corteva has over 20,000 employees globally and has offices in major cities across the United States.  Corteva is seeking to develop sustainable and efficient global food systems that enrich the lives of those who produce and consume food products.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manage site processes to ensure regulatory compliance for sites right to operate

• Manage and monitor spend to ensure alignment to approved budget

• Report KPI's to ensure the facility is running within defined processes

• Oversee Building Management Software (50k+ points).

• Work with site occupants to ensure facilities meet the needs of site occupants and balance the needs of stakeholders.

• Lead 24/7 operators schedule and workload.

• First line contact for 24/7 issues.

• Work closely with operators for process improvements.

• Manage Good Laboratory Practices documentation for Operations and Maintenance personal.

• Manage and maintain site refrigeration records.

• R&D is the major client on site and responsibility of this role is dedicated to the support of R&D systems, processes, and infrastructure.  Including but not limited to infrastructure, HVAC, central powerhouse, central chiller plants, specialty water systems, UPS/emergency power systems, environmental systems management, greenhouse systems and flammable/bulk/consumable chemical management, etc.

EDUCATION

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Chemistry, Biology, or related field is required. 

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum of 5 years of Ag-chemical laboratory/corporate offices experience working in a global corporation.
• Deep understanding of facilities systems and infrastructure.
• Experience with owning managing an operational budget.
• Demonstrated ability to extend influence beyond discipline and drive results through others.
• Able to work collaboratively and cross-functionally in a fast paced, changing work environment in a matrixed, global and large functional organization.

OTHER CRITICAL LEADERSHIP CHARACTERISTICS, TRAITS, AND SKILLS

• Ability to think and act strategically and manage change at multiple levels of the function will drive success
• Decisive and organized; capable of setting priorities and making effective and timely decisions through building and sustaining excellent relationships at multiple levels in the workplace.  They need to hold to well-articulated core values and expected behavior and hold others to the same standards.
• Comfortable operating at all levels of the organization and possess appropriate executive presence and influence
• Able to build trust and drive improvement as a team member, ensuring collaboration and team environment as the operating model shifts.
• Results-driven team player; proven skills in leadership and project management
• Skillfully influence peers, colleagues, and executives to promote ideas while building relationships; strong interpersonal skills; strong partnership abilities and abilities to drive projects to closure
• Effective Presentation Skills -- professional communication style with experience in tailoring to varying audiences; ability to get points quickly and concisely across

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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 Corteva! www.linkedin.com/company/corteva/life

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 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.

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