R&D Seed Technician

Actalent•Whitestown, IN

51d•$23 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The R&D Seed Technician will support global research and development for seeds and traits by engaging in comprehensive activities, including indoor material processing and packaging tasks such as receiving, scanning, cleaning, treating, sorting, counting, labeling, and shipping. The role involves operating equipment, performing preventative maintenance, and adhering to operational procedures within a lab or warehouse environment.

Requirements

High School Diploma required.
1-2+ years of experience within a related setting required (agriculture, environmental science, quality, GMP).
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in agriculture, environmental science, or other STEM-related field is highly preferred.
Microsoft Excel Experience
Quality Systems Experience
Data Management, Tracking, and Analysis

Responsibilities

Operate research equipment, take detailed notes, and manage data accurately.
Comply with regulated seed stewardship standards, read and follow regulated permit conditions, complete safety inspections and trainings, and adhere to all company policies and standard operating procedures.
Conduct quality testing on incoming materials to ensure they meet specified standards.
Support production employees by overseeing quality functions, maintaining quality standards, ensuring GMP compliance, conducting safety inspections, and overseeing hazard management.
Perform quality assurance tasks including routine audits, process validations, and corrective action implementation.
Provide support for labeling, packaging, and other departments as needed.
Prioritize safe execution of warehouse operations, ensuring all safety protocols are followed.
Work extended hours during peak season to meet production demands.
Ensure efficient and effective operation of source handling and filling processes.
Conduct various quality tests for approximately 4+ hours per shift.
Cross-train and provide support to other groups once quality control testing is completed.
Assist in operating and overseeing the quality and filling processes.
Manage the flow of seeds through automated equipment into cassettes for distribution to controlled research fields.
Troubleshoot and resolve any quality issues that arise.
Intake all incoming R&D seeds and materials and perform various quality control checks.
Prepare seeds for production in a repetitive, detail-oriented station.
Address and correct quality issues from the source filling station to reenter seeds into production.