Operator​/Mechanic

Location: Southwestern Ontario

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.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Operator/Mechanic to join our company and support our Chatham, Ontario location.

VISA Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.

Maintenance Mechanic job responsibilities

Support plant operations

Deliver maintenance support for capital projects

Maintain condition of production equipment, shop equipment and tools

Support process safety management and location safety efforts

Conduct seasonal prep work including preventative maintenance and equipment reliability tasks

Ensure proper set-up, calibration, operation and preventative maintenance of equipment, machines and facilities

Utilization of predictive maintenance tools and techniques to detect and remedy machine failures

Create, continually update, adhere to and train preventative maintenance plans for process equipment

Maintain detailed equipment records and prints

Participate in root cause analysis of equipment failures

Participate in pre-and post-mortems for annual production processes

Participate in incident investigations

Provide experience on failure and repair techniques during root cause analysis

Ensure repair techniques, repair procedures and equipment specific training are documented and made available

Assist in creation of work instructions for maintenance related tasks

Other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Education

High school Diploma / GED minimum

Post-Secondary technical diploma / degree

Journeyman industrial mechanic 433A preferred

Preferences

Knowledge of production agriculture and associated machinery, grain handling and cleaning equipment

Dust collection systems chemical pump systems

Basic level of building and electrical systems knowledge

Able to adjust quickly to changing conditions and multiple priorities

Detail oriented

Millwright skills

Welding skills

Forklift operation

Aerial work platform operation

Working from heights

Confined space work Pneumatics and hydraulics, installation, testing, maintenance, repair

Robotic packaging

Process controls systems knowledge (PLC)

Experience with electronic maintenance management systems (SAP)
Microsoft applications (excel, word, Power Point)
Ability to learn new skills and systems quicklyundefined

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, plus paid holidays

Excellent parental leave which includes 16 weeks of supplementary top-up for both mothers and fathers.

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 Vylor!  you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.

The salary range for this position is $ to $.This reflects a reasonable estimate of the targeted base salary for this role. This role is also eligible for an annual bonus. Based on factors such as geographic location and candidate qualifications, actual base pay is determined when an employment offer is made.

Corteva announced to separate our current advanced seed and genetics business to establish a standalone company, operating as Vylor, Inc. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to legal requirements and board approval. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the separation, you would be an employee of Vylor, Inc.

and your employment would be governed by Vylor, Inc. employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by Vylor, Inc. at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.
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