VISA Sponsorship is not available for this position. Relocation assistance not offered for this position. This role will be on-site at the Corteva location.

What You'll Do:

* Perform germination quality testing in accordance with AOSA and ISTA criteria and assess testing requirements according to established guidelines.

* Verify and record quality test results.

* Operate and troubleshoot automated lab-scale planters.

* Maintain seed herbarium to support routine defect identification and continual expansion of defect references.

* Assist in monitoring the proper functioning and maintenance of laboratory equipment.

* Maintain a clean, healthy and safe working environment in compliance with safety and health guidelines and housekeeping practices.

* Train on cross-functional tasks in other functions of the laboratory on processes that may need additional support during high volume or critical periods.

* Monitor product for quality assurance and ensure activities meet the requirements of the Quality Plan.

* Recommend and implement measures to improve productivity, performance, methods, troubleshoot issues, and identify quality defects.

* Develop and maintain good communication and rapport with site personnel and employees from other Corteva departments.

* Various other duties as assigned.

QualificationsEducation:

* You have your High School Diploma/GED.

What Skills You Need:

* You love having a variety of tasks as well as enjoy working hard and staying busy!

* You have 1+ years of Agriculture, Agribusiness, Biology, or related field (either through work or schooling experience).

* You have a high level of attention to detail.

* You have interest in or knowledge of advanced seed testing activities and equipment such as moisture, seed count, vigor, germination, and weed seed identification.

* You have intermediate Microsoft Office skills (i.e. Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).

* When you see a problem, you look for a way to fix it, you are solutions focused.

* You value the safety of yourself and your co-workers and will eagerly participate in safe work practices, on-the-job safety, and work safety programs.

* You always are willing to help out and physical work isn't a problem for you…Passing by a team member struggling to lift something? Safety is your top priority, and you are willing and able to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations to help your colleague and/or perform necessary job tasks!

* You are willing and able to work overtime and weekends to meet business needs during peak harvest season.

What Makes You Stand Out:

* Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Biology, Environmental Science or related field.

* 3+ years of work and/or school experience in an agriculture or biological or related field.

* Certified Viability Technologist (CVT).

* Certified Purity Technologist (CPT).

* Certified Seed Analyst (CSA).

* Registered Seed Technologist (RST).

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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