Research Equipment Specialist Team Supervisor

At Corteva Agriscience, you'll help us grow what's next. Join a team building the future of agriculture-solving global food challenges through innovation, technology, and a people-first approach.

We are seeking a proactive and dedicated Research Equipment Specialist Team Supervisor to join our team in York, NE. In this role, you will support field research equipment operations, lead a team, and collaborate with research centers across North America to ensure our equipment is maintained, utilized, and continuously improved for optimal performance and data quality.

Please note: there is no visa sponsorship or relocation assistance provided for this role.

What You'll Do:

• Lead Equipment Operations: Champion the safe and effective use of field research equipment across multiple research centers.

• Travel & Support: Visit Corteva research centers throughout North America to provide hands-on training, troubleshooting, and support for equipment maintenance and operation.

• People Leadership: Supervise, mentor, and develop team members, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Safety Stewardship: Own and model a strong safety mindset, ensuring adherence to all safety protocols and proper use of PPE.

• Equipment Maintenance: Oversee and perform service, repairs, upgrades, and maintenance on equipment-directly, through your team, or with vendors.

• Training: Facilitate training sessions for equipment users, both individually and in small groups.

• Logistics: Prepare equipment for shipment or storage, including cleaning, loading, and unloading according to established procedures.

• Inventory & Tools Management: Ensure effective management of parts inventory and both hand and software tools.

• Testing & Validation: Conduct field and shop testing of equipment, validating performance and recommending improvements.

• Administrative Duties: Maintain maintenance records, create training materials, generate reports, and process invoices.

• Other Duties: Perform additional tasks as assigned to support the team and business objectives.

What Skills You Need:

• Associate's degree in mechanized agriculture, agricultural engineering, industrial technology, or a related field required, Bachelor's degree preferred.

• Experience working with and/or maintaining agricultural equipment.

• Familiarity with fabrication, mechanical systems, electrical concepts, pneumatics, and hydraulics.

• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word); comfortable with technology (e.g., iPads).

• Strong commitment to safety and adherence to safety protocols.

• Excellent attention to detail, organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills.

• Valid US driver's license.

• Willingness and ability to facilitate training for small groups.

• Ability to travel within the assigned region, including overnight stays as needed (company vehicle provided for business travel).

• Understanding of the cyclical nature of agriculture and sensitivity to time constraints associated with biological products.

• Ability to, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Climb/work in elevated areas

• Stand/sit for extended periods

• Work indoors/outdoors in varying weather conditions

• Lift up to 50 lbs.

• Perform repetitive motion and lifting tasks

• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and be on call during seasonal peaks.

What Makes You Stand Out:

• Bachelor's Degree in mechanized agriculture, agricultural engineering, industrial technology, or a related field.

• Experience with agricultural field equipment.

• Previous experience facilitating training sessions.

• Supervisory or people leadership experience.

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.

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.