Quality Control Technician

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 a Seed Quality Testing Lab Specialist to join our company at our Tipton IN Seed Quality facility. In this role you will support germination and viability testing for the Tipton Seed Quality Lab. Responsibilities include crop evaluation, planting samples, performing physical purities and other quality testing tasks.

VISA Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.

This role will be 100% on site at the location.

What You’ll Do:

• Germination evaluation of all crops, as needed, in accordance with Vylor standards.

• Plant all crop samples using hand and automated methods.

• Perform physical purities on samples as well as dividing physical purities into representative working samples.

• Perform specific testing such as waxy corn analysis, soybean hila purity, OAM color sorting and other miscellaneous tasks as needed.

• Assist with receiving, sampling, labeling and batching of samples by management team.

• Maintain all Vylor safety standards at all times.

• Maintain confidentiality of critical lab information and data at all times.

• Conduct activities in accordance with AOSA, CFIA, ISTA and any other regulatory testing agencies.

• Ensure that test results are correct and completed in an efficient manner.

• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• You have your High School Diploma/GED.

What Skills You Need:

• You are able to research; problem solve and make recommendations for solutions to issues.

• You work independently, professionally, and collaboratively with internal and external partners.

• You have good organization, prioritization, and time-management skills in order to multi-task.

• You have excellent interpersonal skills and are able to work both independently and in a team environment.

• You have a strong ethical mindset and always maintain confidentiality and discretion.

• You have experience and proven proficiency in computer systems and programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. and tend to pick up quickly on new software.

• You are willing and able to work a daytime schedule with overtime hours including weekend work as needed during seasonal peaks.

What Makes You Stand Out:

• Bachelor Degree

• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles such as 5S, Continuous Improvement, and Standardized Work

• Sample Manager and SAP/ERP system experience

• Automation operation experience

• Agricultural experience

• Detail oriented skillset

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 Vylor!

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 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.

Vylor 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.

Corteva Agriscience™ is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to boldly embracing the power of inclusion, diversity, and equity to enrich the lives of our employees and strengthen the performance of our company, while advancing equity in agriculture. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. Discrimination, harassment and retaliation are inconsistent with our values and will not be tolerated. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit:Accessibility Page for Contact Information

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