Production Shift Supervisor

Join Vylor—Powering the Future of Agriculture

At Vylor, we’re advancing agriculture through breakthrough science—combining elite germplasm, cutting-edge biotech, and next-generation expertise in gene editing and molecular breeding. Our portfolio includes trusted industry brands like Pioneer®, Brevant®, and Hoegemeyer®, delivering performance farmers rely on.

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

We have an exciting opportunity for a Production Supervisor to join our company and support our Worthington, IN location.

As the Production Supervisor for Vylor, you will oversee day-to-day production operations by reviewing schedules, allocating resources, and leading teams to safely and efficiently meet production and quality goals. You will train, coach, and develop employees while modeling Corteva’s commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. You’ll collaborate closely with cross‑functional partners to coordinate workflows, prepare seasonal operations, resolve issues, and support workforce planning. Through strong communication, data-driven decision-making, and active engagement on the production floor, you will help ensure operational excellence, accurate reporting, and a positive, high‑performing team environment.

• VISA Sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Relocation assistance is offered for this position.
• This role will be on-site at the Corteva location.

What You’ll Do:

• Review production schedules, allocate team members and resources to complete schedules, and ensure production expectations are met

• Ensure employees are properly trained

• Serve as an example for others by modeling and implementing a commitment to safety and quality while maintaining efficient productivity throughout operations

• Analyze and resolve problems or assist employees in resolving problems

• Lead employees in their development by providing coaching and feedback

• Coordinate operation activities by assisting with preparing seasonal areas for production, organizing and training teams, and collaborating with other departments

• Monitor product quality and ensure activities meet the needs of the Quality and Rough-Cut Capacity Plans

• Develop and maintain good communication and rapport with a variety of workers and external business partners

• Work with other leaders to coordinate workflows and resources between departments

• Provide input to workforce planning and development, scheduling, and creation of annual site plans

• Complete and maintain appropriate records, documents, or reports to ensure transactional excellence and data accuracy in business systems

• Other duties as assigned

Education:

• High school diploma/GED (bachelor's degree is strongly preferred)

What Skills You Need:

• Holds a valid driver’s license

• Demonstrates exceptional ability to build rapport and trust with colleagues

• Communicates effectively at all levels of the organization, utilizing excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills

• Leads by example, consistently viewing challenges as opportunities to identify and implement effective solutions

• Exhibits flexibility as a leader, adapting to changing conditions while prioritizing and managing work processes and personnel

• Exhibits strong computer skills, enabling thorough analysis and interpretation of data using a variety of tools

• Actively engage with your team by spending time in operational areas beyond the office

• Willingness and flexibility to work a rotating shift and overtime, including weekends and holidays, as required during seasonal peaks

Physical Job Requirements:

• Stand and sit for extended periods

• Work both outdoors and indoors in hot, cold, wet, and dry conditions

• Lift up to 60 lbs.

• Perform work that involves repetitive motion and/or repetitive lifting

• Exposure to dust and plant allergens including but not limited to corn, sunflower, cotton, and canola pollen and protein and sorghum as well as potential mold spores and/or chemicals in the course of your duties

Reasonable accommodations will be considered in accordance with applicable laws to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

What Makes You Stand Out:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, business management, agriculture, or related discipline

• Experience in coaching, leading, and managing a diverse team in a fast-paced work environment

• Agricultural knowledge

• Experience in operations, warehousing, production, manufacturing, or related fields

• Experience with coaching and feedback (including training and mentoring others)

• Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing Methodology 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 - Vylor Benefits
• Check out life at Vylor! https://www.linkedin.com/company/vylorgenetics/

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.

Vylor 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.