Seed Lab Technologist – Supervisor

Project description
The Seed Lab Supervisor manages all aspects of physiology and physical purity seed testing and coordinates activities with the breeding, customer service, logistics, warehouse, and production departments. They must possess an understanding of seed science and technology, possess and maintain RST (Registered Seed Technologist) certification, and train company employees in the requirements of seed testing and compliance of seed regulations. They will be responsible for monitoring performance and accounting for workload adjustments and working toward business goals and ensure safety within the seed lab. They must possess and demonstrate leadership skills, strategize quickly, and communicate effectively.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Plant Science, or related fields.

• Seed physiology and physical purity testing experience.

• Registered Seed Technologist (RST) certification (or in the process of obtaining that).

• Leadership training includes decision making, corporate governance, change management, strategic leadership, and business analysis to name a few.

Required Skills:

• Proven managerial experience with at least 5 years in a progressive role.

• Proven experience working in seed physiology and physical purity lab required.

• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements for seed testing and labeling.

• Strong aptitude for root cause analysis and troubleshooting operational issues.

• Familiarity with seed testing standard equipment and technical expertise

• Be knowledgeable of safety, quality, productivity, demand creation, inventory, and stewardship processes.

• Ability to create accountability and to lead by example.

• Strong team building, decision-making and people management skills

• Fluent and literate in English, speak, read & write; Ability to speak and understand Spanish is highly desired.

• Ability to work independently and effectively manage multiple tasks.

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail and quality.

• Strong time management & prioritization skills.