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.
Corteva Agriscience has an exciting opportunity for a Production Technician to join our team at our Lethbridge, Alberta location !
What You Will Do :
Be a member of a team that provides a strong training program and foundation to advance your career in a variety of areas (Agronomy, Operations, Management, Leadership, etc.)
Work and interact directly with canola seed growers in the summer
Perform responsibilities associated with general plant operations from receiving seed to shipping packaged seed at the Lethbridge Plant
Operation of various types of plant equipment such as sizing, gravity operation, spiral separators, seed treatment applicators, packaging equipment
Conditioning activities such as cleaning and sizing, treating, packaging, palletizing, wrapping, and sampling
Could involve process orders, tag printing, grading, data entry and documentation of government records
Shipping / receiving, interplant movement, rework, warehousing, and inventory management of bagged and bulk seed, including the safe operation of forklifts
Harvest activities from receiving to storage
Compliance with Work Instructions and Quality Plan requirements
Repair and maintenance on plant equipment as required
Various other duties as applicable, which will give you exposure and knowledge to a variety of areas of our business
Education :
You possess a High School Diploma or equivalent OR are willing and able to obtain your GED within one (1) year of hire as a condition of employment
What Skills You Need :
0-2 years of experience in a production, manufacturing, or related field
You possess a valid “Class 5 Driver’s License
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 in hot, cold, wet, and dry conditions, lift up to fifty (50) lbs., and perform work that involves repetitive motion and lifting
You possess good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers
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 include nights and weekends during seasonal peaks to support production demand
What Makes You Stand Out :
Two-Year Technical or Associates Degree in Agriculture, Manufacturing, Operations, or related field
Experience in light industrial, manufacturing, field production / farming, seed cleaning and handling, or warehouse
Knowledge of farming, production agriculture and production plant operations
Work Authorization and Relocation :
VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position
This position does NOT offer a comprehensive domestic relocation package