What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-time Lab Technician position at Indiana Crop Improvement Association?
Seed Lab Technician
Indiana Crop Improvement Association | Lafayette, IN
ICIA has been an industry leader in seed certification, seed quality testing, genetic testing, and research for 125 years. ICIA provides services to member customers in the seed, grain, food, and related industries. At ICIA, uncompromised quality and customer services are our top priorities.
Job Summary
Indiana Crop Improvement is seeking to hire Seed Laboratory Technicians to support the upcoming testing season in Lafayette, Indiana. Under the guidance of the Seed Lab Director, the Seed Lab Technician will conduct routine and non-routine seed and seedling analyses for corn, soybeans, small grains, vegetable seeds and other misc. crops. The Seed Lab Technician is responsible for producing analytical data utilized to evaluate the release of products for our members.
Primary Responsibilities
- Follow Quality System procedures and practices. Actively participate in laboratory trainings, programs, proficiency testing and initiatives.
- Perform routine and non-routine analyses of physical purity, germination, and vigor according to established testing methods and protocols. Facilitate improvements to process and methodology where appropriate.
- Communicate with Seed Lab Director and Seed Lab Supervisor regarding identified lab process or seed quality issues.
- Utilize laboratory data handling systems to document testing results.
- Assist with other functions as determined by Seed Lab Director and Seed Lab Supervisor.
Qualifications
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- A commitment to the mission and ISO quality policy of the organization.
Conditions of Employment
- This is a part-time, hourly, non-exempt position.
- Due to the nature of duties and responsibilities of this position, individuals must be willing to commit to a time requirement that at times could exceed 40 hours per week.
Desired Skills:
- High attention to detail.
- Demonstrates flexibility, self-management, and ability to multi-task while working under critical deadlines.
- Positive attitude, flexibility, and a professional work ethic.
- Ability to work as a team player and succeed in a team environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Seeks to continually improve efficiency and effectiveness in own work processes.
- Ability to quickly learn and retain process flows and systems that are complex and diverse.
- Ability to understand and follow written protocols.
Working Conditions/Physical Demands:
- Must be able to lift at least fifty pounds to carry supplies and other materials.
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
- Some tasks may require repetitive motion.
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $18