Seed Quality Testing Specialist

At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what’s next. No matter what your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture – solving the world’s food problems through innovation, technology, and putting people first. We have an exciting opportunity for a Seed Quality Testing Specialist in Johnston, Iowa at our Beal Seed Quality Lab. Our Beal team is a wonderful, diverse, inclusive group and we work in a fast-paced environment.  

 VISA Sponsorship is not available for this position. 

Relocation assistance is not offered for this position. 

This role will be on site at the Corteva location. 

What You’ll Do: 

• Perform seed quality testing processes relating to sample preparation, seed treating/conditioning, seed quality analysis, and data entry. 
• Conduct testing and verify quality results in accordance with all Corteva policies, procedures, and business objectives.
• Operate and troubleshoot quality testing equipment, including automated seed counters, analytical sorters, lab-scale planters, and seed sizing/processing equipment.
• Assist in monitoring the proper functioning and maintenance of quality-critical 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 collaboration with site personnel and employees from other Corteva departments.
• Various other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education:  

• 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 are willing to adapt to changing work environments and adjust job task/schedules to meet demand.
• You have 2+ years of Agriculture, Agribusiness, Biology, Environmental Science, or related field (either through work or educational experience). 
• You have interest in or knowledge of advanced seed testing activities.
• You have intermediate Microsoft Office skills (i.e. Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).
• Demonstrated problem solving skills, attention to detail, and organizational acumen.
• Ability to work compatibly as an individual, team, and cross team in diverse work environments.
• 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.
• Willing and able to perform physical work and lift to 55 pounds.
• Flexibility to work occasional overtime and weekends to meet business needs during peak season.

What Makes You Stand Out: 

• Certified Pesticide Applicators license – Category 4 (or ability to obtain).
• Associate 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.
• Knowledge of seed quality testing, production agriculture and planting/research equipment.
• Data management experience in SAP, Microsoft Access, Power Bi, or similar software.

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, mos