Electrician

!!!Sign-On Bonus of $5,000!!!

(Internal Applicants Not Eligible)

Who We Are, and What We Do:

At  Corteva Agriscience , you will help us grow what is 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. If you want to collaborate with knowledgeable colleagues who take pride in their work and excel at everything they do, then this is the perfect place for you!

Corteva has an exciting opportunity for an Electrician to join our team at our  Renwick, Iowa production facility. Corteva offers excellent salary, vacation, health, retirement, and many various benefit packages.

The Renwick Production location runs soybean seed conditioning and packaging activities, which are typically 3 shifts during peak season, October through March each year. This includes but is not limited to the following: running one to three 8–10-hour shifts (5-7 days per week, with 1-2 days off) rotating shifts with premium shift bonus.
During off-peak months, April through September, the site typically runs one or two 8-10-hour day shift schedule, with occasional overtime when needed. This provides a much better work-life balance than other manufacturing roles and opportunities!

What You Will Do:

• Ensure operation of company equipment including electrical, automation, mechanical, instrumentation, control devices, and HVAC, for process and facility.

• Perform electrical repairs, service, troubleshooting and scheduled inspections of equipment, following the prescribed guidelines and procedures.

• Lead and assist teams with the electrical safety programs, and other relevant maintenance programs, to ensure coworker safety, adherence, and compliance.

• Adhere to all quality systems & safety procedures including environmental regulations, OSHA, PSM, and Corteva’s safety procedures in everyday work routine.

• Make recommendations for improved safety through electrical programs and/or process changes including the addition of new devices, software, and hardware.

• Various other duties as assigned. 

Education:

• You have a high school diploma or equivalent.

What Skills You Need:

• You possess working knowledge and are willing and able to interpret the National Electric Code (NEC)

• You have a valid driver’s license and are willing and able to drive a company vehicle as needed.

• You are comfortable with technology and possess a good 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 are willing and able to do the following with or without reasonable accommodation: Climb and/or work in elevated and dusty areas, Stand, and sit for extended periods, Work both outdoors and indoors in hot, cold, wet, and dry conditions, lift up to 50 lbs. and perform work that involves repetitive motion and/or repetitive lifting

• You can work independently as well as in a team environment. You are proactive, communicate concerns, and are accepting of change

• When there is a problem, you see an exciting opportunity to troubleshoot so you can find and implement solutions!

• You have good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

• When there is a problem, you see an exciting opportunity to troubleshoot so you can find and implement solutions!

• You have high attention to detail, can multitask, maintain an organized workplace, and have excellent problem-solving skills.

• You are willing and able to maintain detailed equipment records and prints as required.

• You value health and safety! You will always work safely and follow all safety policies and procedures to ensure you, and your colleagues go home safely every day.

• You value serving our customers and know operations must be supported for optimal uptime. You are willing and able to work overtime and shift hours, which include weekend and holidays during seasonal peaks to support production demand.

What Makes You Stand Out:

• Journeyman or Master Electrician certification.

• Associate or Two-Year Trade School Degree within the Technical, Electrical, or Mechanical field

• Experience with a work order and part inventory system

• Knowledge and/or experience with Automation and Programmable Logic Controls (PLC)

• Previous industrial electrical/maintenance work with production equipment – (electrical, automation, mechanical, hydraulics, instrumentation and controls, HVAC, and general maintenance experience).

• Experience with SAP (or similar system) for work orders, parts orders and parts inventory

Work Authorization and Relocation:

• No Visa Sponsorship offered or available for this position.

• No relocation allowance offered or available for this position.

Site Dedicated (100% at Corteva location):

• This role will be on-site at our Corteva location in Renwick.

• Occasional overnight travel for training.

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!

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.