DescriptionYou will be key member of an aggressive population development and trait integration team within a growth chamber facility to develop improved varieties. Support the facility in all aspects of safety as well as performing a variety of duties associated with plant and project management activities using a range of procedures and protocols. You will work closely with group leadership, Corteva Environmental Health & Safety and all individuals to ensure projects are conducted safely, efficiently, and meet quality and compliance standards while upholding Corteva's Values.Responsibilities:
Ensure everyone goes home safe and free from pain or injury by leading compliance of Corteva's Safety Standards
Work with leadership to build and maintain safety culture
Work closely with EHS&S to update and maintain safety standards
Lead site safety team meetings and daily ergonomic activities
Serve as point of contact for safety requests and concerns
Conduct and maintain safety trainings, inspections, audits, records, and recertifications
Planning and executing growth chamber experiments including preparation, planting, pollinating, DNA sampling, daily plant care, data collection and management, operate research equipment, and communication with internal project leads
Maintain facility cleanliness and contribute to process improvement experimentation and implementation
Assist with onboarding, training, and supervision of full-time and contract employees
QualificationsEducation & Desired Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in agriculture, horticulture, biology, occupational safety or related fields and 2 years of industry related experience preferred
Experience propagating plants in field, greenhouse or growth chamber environments
Experience or certification in Occupational Safety and Health
Training in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar principals
Competencies
Communicate effectively, display a positive attitude, and work efficiently and effectively with others in a team environment is required.
Pay close attention to detail and follow standard operating and safety/ergonomics protocols is essential
Work individually and as a member of a dynamic, diverse, and cross-functional team with minimal supervision
Prioritize work on multiple projects and delegate responsibilities to others as needed to meet deadlines.
Creatively solve problems, implement solutions, and foster a culture of continuous operational excellence
Lead through influence.
Train and supervise other employees, and work well with others or independently with minimal supervision
Self-motivated, proactive, and adaptable
Must be able to stand and sit for long periods of time and lift a minimum of 15 pounds. Must be able to tolerate hours of repetitive work in a warm, humid environment with pollen present year-round
VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.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 (https://careers.corteva.com/2024-us-benefits-guide)
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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 boldly embracing the power of inclusion, diversity, and equity to enrich the lives of our employees and strengthen the performance of our company, while advancing equity in agriculture. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. Discrimination, harassment and retaliation are inconsistent with our values and will not be tolerated. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit:Accessibility Page for Contact InformationFor US Applicants: See the ‘Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law’ posterTo all recruitment agencies: Corteva does not accept unsolicited third party resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.