Coordinator - Seed Quality Lab

Syngenta Group • Slater, IA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Syngenta Seeds Field Crops is seeking a Coordinator for their Seed Quality Lab. This role involves active participation in lab data management, including collection and analysis, and accountability for calibration procedures. The coordinator will develop an understanding of various lab functions (SSL, Treating, Deblend, Physical Purity) to provide support when needed. Key responsibilities include coordinating testing, troubleshooting SSL issues, ensuring accurate data recording, and preparing procedures and training materials. The role also emphasizes adherence to safety guidelines, leadership in HSE initiatives, and project identification for continuous improvement in SSL and Maintenance. This position is a people leader role, directly supervising Analysts and contract staff, and coaching them on operational procedures. The coordinator will also manage routine maintenance and capital projects within the quality lab, utilize equipment maintenance systems, and maintain relationships with Parent Seed Maintenance and staffing agencies. Obtaining a Pesticide Applicator license within one year and developing SSL & Maintenance KPIs are also part of the role. The coordinator will manage third-party contractor needs, including sourcing, interviewing, payment, and performance coaching.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 4+ years relevant work experience (seed production, seed testing, QMS).
• Proficient to Expert use of LIMS, SAP, Fiori, Excel, Planning & Reporting tools.
• Excellent leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to effectively drive results while demonstrating strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Dependable, on-site leader to ensure lab task are accurately and efficiently completed to build stakeholder trust.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with internal teams and cross-functional teams (i.e. SPL, Planning, Genotyping, etc.).
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and balance multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Obtain Pesticide Applicator license/designation within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Active involvement in lab data management; collection and analysis.
• Accountable for Calibration Procedure across lab activities.
• Develop a working understanding and aptitude for SSL, Treating, Deblend and Physical Purity functions to be able to fill in for Analysts when necessary.
• Coordinate testing within assigned areas.
• Accountability for tracking, troubleshooting, and solving SSL issues.
• Accountable for ensuring accurate & timely SSL data is recorded.
• Prepare procedures and training materials for all staff for SSL, Treating, Deblending and Physical Purity.
• Conduct testing to enable competency & proficiency.
• Adhere to all relevant safety guidelines and regulations during laboratory operations.
• Show leadership for Goal Zero and HSE initiatives.
• Lead HSE related programs for Contractor training and work permits.
• Identify & lead projects for SSL & Maintenance continuous improvement.
• Accountable for all calibrations and PMs are done across lab.
• Process owner for all items involving SSL, Treating, Deblend and Physical Purity.
• Direct Supervision of Analysts and contract staff.
• Lead & Coach FT Analysts & Contractors on proper operational procedures.
• Be able to coach across all team & across organization.
• Coordinate and track all routine maintenance needs and capital projects in the quality lab.
• Utilize equipment maintenance system for PMs, spare parts lists, and failure tracking.
• Responsible for relationship with Parent Seed Maintenance & 3rd party staffing agencies.
• Develop and Accountable for SSL & Maintenance KPIs.
• Coordinate 3rd party contractor needs including sourcing, interviewing, paying, and coaching performance.

Benefits

• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day.
• 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution.
• Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level