Administrative Specialist (Ontario)

Administrative Specialist (Ontario)

13 Sep
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Corteva Agriscience
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Ontario

13 Sep

Corteva Agriscience

Ontario

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Join us to help scale innovation globally and shape what’s next in crop science.

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 Specialist to join our company and support our Chatham, ON location.

As the Administrative Specialist for Corteva Agriscience, you will play a key role in supporting manufacturing plant and field operations by ensuring daily administrative activities run smoothly and efficiently. In this role, you will provide front office reception support, collaborate with production, agronomy, and external partners, and manage essential administrative functions including accounts payable and receivable, payroll reporting, data entry, document control, and records management. With strong attention to detail and accuracy, you will prepare correspondence and reports, support contract administration and purchasing needs, assist with quality and training documentation, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts focused on safety, quality, and productivity in a fast paced, seasonal environment.

VISA Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.

This role will be on-site at the Corteva location.

What You’ll Do:

Provide administrative support to manufacturing plant and field operations

Perform daily reception activities effectively and welcome visitors and business partners to the location

Collaborate with site production, agronomy, and external partners

Handle accounts receivable and accounts payable processing for the site

Create, develop, and maintain data entry processes across departments

Handle daily transactions for operations with high accuracy

Prepare correspondence, documents, and reports

Assist with contract administration duties,



office supply ordering, and other plant purchasing needs

Assist with records management around quality programs and training

Support Continuous Improvement activities around Safety, Quality, and Productivity

Tracking documentation and assist training coordinator for proper document control

Perform other duties as assigned

Location Specific Items:

Support EHS department with administrative duties

Preparing agendas and documenting meeting minutes

Entering data in third party platforms

Education:

High School Diploma/GED.

What Skills You Need:

Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite and ERP business applications

Demonstrates experience in developing, implementing, and managing business projects and procedures

Exceptional interpersonal skills, with strong written and verbal communication abilities

Ability to think proactively, manage confidential information, perform well under pressure, and adapt to changing priorities is critical using sound logical problem solving and decision-making skills

Highly self-motivated with keen attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the capacity to prioritize effectively

Excels in a fast-paced environment and adapts to change

Willingness and flexibility to work extended hours, including weekends and holidays, as needed during seasonal peaks to support business needs

You are welcoming and engaging with a positive attitude and love being the face of the business as you greet guests when they come in the door

What Makes You Stand Out:

Post secondary education

Records management 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, plus paid holidays





Excellent parental leave which includes 16 weeks of supplementary top-up for both mothers and fathers.

Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program

Learn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva Benefits (https://hrportal.ehr.com/corteva/Canada)

Check out life at Vylor! https://www.linkedin.com/company/vylorgenetics/

The salary range for this position is $54,568.00 to $60,632.00.

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 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.

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

For US Applicants: See the ‘Equal Employment Chance is the Law’ poster. To all recruitment agencies: Corteva does not accept unsolicited third party resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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📌 Administrative Specialist (Ontario)
🏢 Corteva Agriscience
📍 Ontario

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