At Corteva Agriscience we grow strong healthy plants and harvest high-quality seeds that help farmers feed the world. Do you have a good attitude and curious about plants? We are looking for motivated individuals that are ready to roll up their sleeves and join our Shadehouse Team. Whether you are experienced or not, we will teach you what you need to know so we can grow together!
**Please note: there is no visa sponsorship or relocation assistance provided for this role.
$500 SIGN ON BONUS!
What You'll Do:
Caring for corn plants from planting to pollination and harvest.
Create strong healthy plants with skills you will learn on the job.
Keep shadehouses clean, tidy and running smoothly.
Work closely with your team to ensure duties are completed each day in a timely manner.
Observe plants as they grow and document observations.
Perform all work safely and efficiently.
What Skills You Need:
High School Diploma/GED
Willing and able to occasionally lift, push, or carry up to 20-50 lbs. of weight.
Willing and able to complete repetitive motions with wrists and hands, stand, walk for prolonged periods, stoop, bend, kneel, or crouch, with or without reasonable accommodations.
May be asked to serve as a pesticide handler.
Willing and able to work in warm conditions and in variable environments, including partially enclosed structures.
Specific vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Willing and able to work at various locations on the west side of Kaua’i, on weekends, holidays, and overtime when needed.
What Makes You Stand Out:
Agricultural or horticultural experience.
Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a motor vehicle.
Ability to read and communicate in English and work in a team of diverse cultural backgrounds and languages.
Ability to operate forklift.
Basic computer literacy for printing or using mobile devices (e.g., iPads).
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.
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 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.