Administrative Assistant

The Role & Local Community:
We care about you and we care that you're comfortable. While there's no place like home, Corteva comes close.

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. Corteva has an exciting opportunity for an Administrative Professional to join our company at our Tipton location. The inclusive, motivated team in Tipton offers a safe and innovative work environment that allows for personal and professional growth. We welcome candidates who want to grow their career with us! We are looking for candidates with a steady work history who take initiative, love to learn, work hard, and have stable work history. Candidates from all industry backgrounds are encouraged to apply! Please ensure you attach an updated copy of your resume with your application for full consideration.

What You'll Do:

• Provide administrative support to manufacturing plant and field operations.
• Perform daily reception activities effectively to #GrowWhatMatters and serve as a welcoming face to our business!
• Collaborate with site production, agronomy, and external partners (seed growers).
• Handle Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable processing for the site.
• Create, develop, and maintain data entry processes for field agronomy, as well as plant operations and harvest activities.
• Handle daily transactions for operations with high accuracy.
• Prepare correspondence, documents and reports.
• Serve on committees and teams to support and collaborate with stakeholders (on site and with our Corporate Headquarters teams in Johnston, IA).
• Perform other duties assigned by Admin. Supervisor.
• Assist with records management around quality programs and training.
• Support Continuous Improvement activities around Safety, Quality, and Productivity.

Education:

• You have your High School Diploma/GED

What Skills You Need:

• You care about serving your client base to clear roadblocks as they arise and ensure smooth administrative operations!
• You are a computer Guru! Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.), computer applications, SharePoint, etc. You name it, you rock it!
• You have a High School Diploma or equivalent and 3-5 years of Administrative, Customer Service, Executive Assistant, Safety, Quality, or other related experience.
• You enjoy working with diverse groups of stakeholders and you do so effectively with your excellent interpersonal and communication skills!
• You value serving the business and our customers, so you are willing and able to work overtime as needed during peak seasons.
• You respect yourself and others and have a strong ethical mindset, therefore you are able to maintain confidentiality and discretion.
• Your attention to detail and organizational skills are outstanding!
• You have good verbal, interpersonal, and writing skills.

What Makes You Stand Out:

• Associate's Degree and 1-3+ years of Administrative, Customer Service, Executive Assistant, Safety, Quality, or other related experience.
• Project coordination experience.
• Ability to prioritize.
• Time management skills.
• Records management skills.

Relocation assistance not offered for this position.
VISA Sponsorship is not available for this position.

This position is required to work in office 5 days a week.

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.