At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what's next. No matter what your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture - solving the world's food problems through innovation, technology, and putting people first. We have an exciting opportunity for a Seed Product Development (SPD) Community Safety Specialist to join our company at the Grimes, Iowa Research Center. The Safety Specialist is an integral part of our Global Safety Communities and will work closely with our Research Center Operations Leads in the Seed Packaging Sites, as well as our Safety Community partners in EHS&S. We are looking for candidates who take the initiative, love to learn, work hard, and have a stable work history.

*Please note there is NO relocation allowance or visa sponsorship available for this position.

What You'll Do:

• Assist Seed Packaging Sites within the Safety Community with Standard implementation, revisions, and tracking.
• Leads the transition of Standards & Policies into safety excellence in our seasonal activities.
• Coordinate the harmonization and standardization of SOPs across all packaging sites, assist in reviewing documents and conducting risk assessments.
• Ensures training programs are adequate, consistent, and updated across the Community.
• Train and mentor full-time, part-time, seasonal, and contingent staff.
• Co-leads Safety Community meetings with EHS&S Community Lead.
• Builds SPD work activity acumen within EHS&S.
• Bridges Standards to behaviors and choices.
• Ensure that facility safety and security policies are communicated, followed, and enforced.
• Attend regional safety meetings as needed.
• Lead local staff safety meetings as requested.

What Skills You Need:

• Desirable Bilingual fluency (English/Spanish)
• 5 years of related education and/or related work experience (i.e. training, operations, manufacturing agriculture, warehousing, etc.)
• Strong interpersonal skills, including good written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable creating and facilitating training for both large and small groups.
• Excel at working independently and in a team environment.
• Experience and proven proficiency in computer systems and programs including (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and tend to pick up quickly on new software and digital applications.
• Self-motivated, demonstrate skills in leadership and time management.
• Willing and able to have a flexible work schedule with the availability to support off shift teams as needed to provide training and serve as a safety resource.
• Additional hours and weekends during seasonal peak periods, including some overnight stays and travel to other stations that you support.
• Possess a valid Driver's License and acceptable driving record.

What Makes You Stand Out:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a safety-related field. 
• Subject matter expertise of SPD day to day and seasonal work activities and safe operations.
• Willingness/ability to gain certification in basic Occupational Health and Safety Training (OSHA 10 or OSHA 30)
• Willingness/ability to gain certifications in Certified Safety Professional (CSP) and the Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH). 

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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