Job Description

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 Training Technician to join our company and support our Rushville, Indiana location.

As a Training Technician for Corteva Agriscience, you will provide training to employees to ensure they all have a thorough understanding of Corteva's safety and quality standards and are able to apply that learning to their daily responsibilities. You will be responsible for all aspects of the technical training requirements, including the development of new training materials, maintaining the training calendar, facilitating engaging hands-on training, and coordinating training events.

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:

• Execute site training on the following topics: Safety, Health & Environment, Continuous Improvement, Quality System, and Process documentation
• Lead training and related communication, credibility, enthusiasm, and energy
• Apply adult learning theory techniques to deliver engaging and effective training programs. Utilize evaluation methods and ensure content accuracy is maintained
• Assists with writing JSAs (Job Safety Analysis), SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) & track related training requirements
• Lead training administration activities, including course assignments, tracking completions, documents, and reports
• Welcome and onboard new employees and contractors to ensure a thorough understanding of Corteva policies and procedures
• Conduct field and plant audits
• Maintain a strong shop floor presence to build relationships with the team and work to continuously improve overall site operations
• Act as liaison with contract labor agencies regarding training requirements and responsibilities- communicate with and ensure contract agencies are training their employees on the required policies and procedures
• Serve as back up to the location safety leader

Location Specific Items:

• Assess and determines site-specific training needs and requirements across Environmental, Health, Safety & Security (EHS&S), Continuous Improvement, Quality Management Systems, Standard Work, and Process Work Instructions to ensure compliance and operational excellence.
• Lead and support safety standard owners in executing assigned EHS&S requirements by facilitating annual review meetings, developing action plans, and ensuring accountability to ensure continuous improvement and adherence to established standards.
• Conduct hands-on training as needed (Employee Area Orientations, forklift operations, fall protection, safety standard requirements, etc.)
• Perform a variety of tasks associated with general plant, field, and warehouse operations that evolve with each season throughout the year
• Coaching & leadership skills
• Conduct Site Tours
• Perform additional duties as requested by leadership

Education:

• High School Diploma/GED.

What Skills You Need:

• Holds a valid driver's license
• Demonstrates experience in training /facilitating/ leading a process or work team
• Thrives on organization, setting up, and continuously improving systems
• Strong proactive work ethics and good time management skills
• Values working as a team, are proactive, communicate concerns, and open to change
• Proficiency in using Microsoft 360, especially Outlook and PowerPoint
• Exceptional interpersonal skills – verbally and written
• Willingness to work on a primarily day schedule but has the flexibility to conduct training sessions on different shifts, including occasional weekends and overtime as needed

Physical Job Requirements:

• Stand and sit for extended periods
• Work both outdoors and indoors in hot, cold, wet, and dry conditions
• Lift up to 60 lbs.
• Perform work that involves repetitive motion and/or repetitive lifting
• Exposure to dust and plant allergens including but not limited to corn, sunflower, cotton, and canola pollen and protein and sorghum as well as potential mold spores and/or chemicals in the course of your duties

Reasonable accommodations will be considered in accordance with applicable laws to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

What Makes You Stand Out:

• Bilingual skills
• Bachelor’s degree

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, most creative talent on our team.

Corteva Agriscience is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.