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Corn Sorter -

Seasonal Harvest Position Pay Rate:

$16.00 per hour

Shift Differential:

None Schedule:

6 days per week, 1 day off

Hours:

Approximately 6:00 AM-6:30 PM, Monday-Sunday, with a 30-minute lunch

Location:

Corteva Agriscience Employment Type:

Seasonal Harvest Interview Required:

No Resume Required:

No Job Overview Join Corteva Agriscience during the seasonal corn harvest! As a Corn Sorter, you will help maintain the quality of seed by carefully inspecting corn as it moves along a conveyor belt and removing damaged or unwanted material. This is a fast-paced, safety-focused position in a climate-controlled environment. The role requires regular attendance and the ability to stand or sit for extended periods while working with your hands at a quick pace. Schedule & Attendance Harvest hours run approximately 6:00 AM-6:30 PM, Monday through Sunday, including a 30-minute lunch. This is not a shift-work position. Supervisors will provide the weekly schedule. Employees will normally work 6 days per week with 1 day off. Employees may choose to work 7 days per week. If you opt in, you must commit to working 7 days per week for the duration of the harvest season. Reliable and consistent attendance is required. $500 end-of-harvest attendance bonus available to eligible employees. Key Responsibilities Safely sort corn and remove damaged, unwanted, or foreign material.

Inspect corn for:

Off-type ears Wet or immature ears Mold Insect damage Husk ribbon Rogue ears Crop debris and other unwanted material Return ears requiring re-husking to the appropriate location. Move only undamaged seed forward in the drying process. Sort discard/waste appropriately as corn moves along the conveyor. Assist with the kernel cleaning process when materials change. Maintain a clean and orderly work area, including sweeping and removing debris as needed. Follow all site safety policies and procedures, including equipment safety, E-Stop, and lockout/tagout procedures. Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Immediately report accidents, near misses, safety violations, hazards, and other concerns to the appropriate supervisor. Participate in safety or incident investigations when requested. Clean up after yourself in break rooms and follow posted site expectations. Physical Requirements Ability to stand or sit for extended periods. Work from a standing position or an elevated chair/stool in front of a moving conveyor belt. Some stools will be provided. Ability to use your hands at a quick pace while sorting corn. Good eyesight is important for identifying damaged or undesirable corn. Ability to work safely and effectively in a loud production environment. Work Environment Climate-controlled environment Loud production area; hearing protection will be provided by the site Potential exposure to corn dust and other plant allergens No additional medical surveillance testing required. Food and drinks are not permitted in working areas. Cell phones and other portable electronic devices, including iPods/MP3 players, are not permitted in working areas during work time. Corteva is a smoke-free workplace. Qualifications & Requirements Reliable transportation to and from the work location. Reliable attendance and punctuality. Ability to stand or sit for long periods. Good eyesight and attention to detail. Ability to work at a quick pace. Ability to follow safety procedures and instructions. Ability to work around corn dust. English communication skills are preferred so employees can clearly understand workplace instructions and communicate effectively. Spanish- and French-speaking workers are welcome to apply; English communication skills are preferred. No previous experience is required. No interview is required. Background & Drug Screening Drug screening and background check must be successfully completed before starting work. All required screening results must be clear prior to start. Dress Code & PPE Employees must wear: Long pants — no capri pants Short-sleeve shirts are acceptable Shirts must cover the shoulders; no loose clothing Closed-toe, closed-heel shoes Steel-toe or composite-toe shoes are not required for Corn Sorters Safety eyewear — provided General-purpose gloves — provided Hearing protection — provided Transportation & Site Rules Transportation to and from the work location is the employee's responsibility. Employees will not be required to drive as part of this position. Park only in designated areas as directed by Corteva. Seatbelts must be worn in all motor vehicles on Corteva property. Follow all Corteva safety and site policies. #HGCORTEVA