Production Technician

Location: Worthington

Join Vylor—Powering the Future of Agriculture At Vylor, we’re advancing agriculture through breakthrough science—combining elite germplasm, cutting-edge biotech, and next-generation expertise in gene editing and molecular breeding. Our portfolio includes trusted industry brands like Pioneer, Brevant, and Hoegemeyer, delivering performance farmers rely on.

Join us to help scale innovation globally and shape what’s next in crop science.

Vylor has an exciting opportunity for a Production Technician to join our team at our Worthington, Indiana production facility!

What You Will Do:

Harvest activities such as preparation, sorting, drying, etc.

Conditioning activities such as sizing, gravity operation, packaging, palletizing, etc.

Return and rework activities.

Quality Analysis & Control activities.

Field management activities such as scouting, field maintenance.

Warehousing activities including forklift operation, collecting samples, pooling, etc.

Gathering data for continuous improvement projects.

Various other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education:

You have your High School Diploma/GED OR are willing and able to obtain your GED within 1 year of hire as a condition of employment.

What Skills You Need:

You want to work somewhere doing something where you can make a difference in the world!

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 are comfortable with technology and possess good a 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 have high diligence can multitask, maintain an organized workplace, and have excellent problem-solving skills

You have a valid US Driver’s License You possess good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers

You demonstrate integrity and promote a positive working environment by being an initiative-taker and willing to assist team members consistently

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 dayYou 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 a related field

You have one (1) year of education and/or experience in operations, manufacturing, agriculture, or related industry

Knowledge or experience with LEAN Manufacturing principles such as 5S, Continuous Improvement, and Standardized Work General knowledge and/or experience with field and/or agriculture equipment (plows, tractors, forklifts, etc.)Work Authorization and Relocation:

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

This position does NOT offer a comprehensive domestic relocation package

Site Dedicated (100% at Corteva location):

This role will be on-site at our Corteva location

See what it’s like to work at our Seed Production locations, please visit :  – 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

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