NA Seeds Lab Technician

At Syngenta, we believe every employee has a role to play in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. To support that challenge, the Quality Lab Team is currently seeking a NA Seeds Lab Technician, located in Slater, Iowa.

Role Purpose

• Produce high quality seed testing results to include germination, vigor, seed sizing, physical, trait and genetic purity by executing lab tasks assigned by Lab Leadership.
• Drive lab data management; collection and analysis.
• Organize, perform, and lead in assigned areas to ensure all required processes, procedures and data requirements are met.
• Ensure that all seed is properly handled and tested so that accurate seed quality results will be completed within assigned timelines.
• Develop a working understanding and aptitude for all lab functions to be able to fill in for colleagues when necessary.
• Participate in continuous improvement in laboratory operations.
• Participate in industry certifications for the lab.

Accountabilities

• Be personally committed and accountable in support of our HSE goal zero initiative.
• Accurately interpret and report data.
• Provide proper supervision for seasonal staff while conducting testing and analyzing data.
• Foster an inclusive laboratory culture that allows everyone to learn and contribute to the lab success.
• Support incorporation of the Seeds Quality Framework and continuous improvement principles into Quality Control operations.
• Follow all legal & corporate policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Assist with quality documentation of tests conducted. 

• Must be a High School graduate or have a GED.
• Must be dependable and able to attend work regularly.
• Ability to accomplish assigned tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Capable of managing conflicting priorities to accommodate multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently, often under time-sensitive situations, within a team environment.
• Good communication skills both Verbal and Written
• Quality conscious and service minded.
• Able to cope with pressure and conflicting demands.
• Good organizational skills
• Problem solving ability and decision making.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Individual must be authorized to work in the United States for Syngenta without work authorization sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Requirements

• B.A. or B.S. degree in science, agriculture, or related; or A.A. and 2+ years relevant work experience, or 3+ years relevant work experience preferred.
• Prefer RST (Registered Seed Technologist) or willingness to work towards certification.
• High level of customer orientation
• Knowledge of agriculture and or experience in the seed industry 
• Working knowledge of Excel, Power BI, Minitab, SAP preferred
• Forklift certified preferred.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Ability to work 7:00am – 3:30pm Monday through Friday with occasional overtime and weekends during peak times.
• Attendance required at daily 7:00am team meeting.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Some Domestic travel may be required.

• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts the same day you do.
• 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution
• Enhanced Vacation Policy with 15 days of vacation, 5 Floating Holidays, 9 Paid Holidays
• Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts among others
• A culture that promotes work/life balance, celebrates diversity, and offers numerous family-oriented events throughout the year.

Work Level: 2B

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
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