Maintenance Technician


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Job Title: Maintenance Technician
Location: Constantine, MI, Midwest United States, USA

Company: Corteva
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Chemical, Pesticide and Fertilizer
Career Type: Maintenance/Repair
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: Competitive
Job Description:

Who We Are and What We Do:
At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what is next! No matter your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture - leading breakthroughs in the innovation and application of science and technology that will better the lives of people all over the world and fuel the progress of humankind.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Technician to join our team at our Constantine, Michigan production facility. 

What You Will Do:

  • You will regularly perform maintenance and troubleshooting on plant equipment, and facilities
  • Support Plant Operations
  • Deliver maintenance support for capital projects
  • Maintain Condition of the plant shop and maintenance tools Support Process Safety Management and location safety efforts
  • Conduct seasonal prep work including Annual Preventative Maintenance, Repairs, and Improvements
  • Assure proper set-up, calibration, operation, and preventative maintenance of equipment, machines, and facilities.
  • Complete grounds and facility maintenance as needed
  • Utilize Predictive Maintenance tools to detect and remedy future machine failures
  • Create, continually update, and train Preventative Maintenance plans for varied equipment
  • Complete fabrication projects to improve plant processes
  • Maintain detailed equipment records and prints
  • Accurately complete appropriate records, documents, and reports as required
  • Various other duties as assigned

Education:

  • You have a high school diploma or equivalent

What Skills You Need:

  • You possess a minimum of two (2) years of direct experience in Industrial Maintenance, Production, Operations, Agriculture, or related field
  • When there is a problem, you see an exciting opportunity to troubleshoot so you can find and implement solutions!
  • You know how to schedule work/jobs and you do an excellent job of following-up on completion status.
  • You have good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers
  • You are comfortable with technology and possess excellent 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 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 within hot, cold, wet, and dry conditions
  • Chilly warehouse? Dusty fields? No problem! You love to get out there and work hard in different environments! You are also willing and able to lift up to fifty (50) lbs. and perform work that involves repetitive motion and/or repetitive lifting
  • You have a valid US Driver's License
  • You demonstrate integrity and promote a positive working environment by being a self-starter and willing to assist team members consistently
  • You have high attention to detail can multitask, maintain an organized workplace, and have excellent problem-solving skills
  • 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 can include nights and weekends during seasonal peaks to support production demand

What Makes You Stand Out:

  • Two-Year Technical or Associate's Degree within the Mechanical, Electrical, or Technical field
  • Knowledge of production agriculture and associated machinery.
  • Basic level of building electrical systems knowledge.
  • Knowledge of heating/cooling, refrigeration, security, materials handling equipment (i.e., conveyors, elevator legs, packaging equipment, etc.) or other mechanical/electrical systems
  • Millwright skills, especially relevant to the seed industry.
  • Truck and forklift driving skills
  • Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic repair and test equipment.
  • Basic process control understanding

Work Authorization & Relocation:

  • VISA Sponsorship is not available for this position
  • A relocation package is not offered for this position 

Site Dedicated (100% at Corteva location):

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

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.

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Job Post Date: 01/15/25
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