Quality Control Technician

Accountabilities   •    Provide support for HSE compliance and continuous improvement for all QC testing activities •    Participate in seed testing processes that are conducted in accordance with the Syngenta protocols and the Federal Seed Act •    Effectively interact with members of the physiology team to complete lab-based testing •    Demonstrate a clear understanding of quality control testing and how the results of the lab impact product quality and customer experience •    Ensure that all testing results are completed according to the Syngenta protocol and results are reported accurately in a timely manner •    Perform assigned tasks in the physiology laboratory to meet demand levels and ensure optimum capacity is met •    Support QC laboratory and testing activities as required by testing volumes •    Support complaint and claims investigations  •    Communicate sample test results and maintain accurate records •    Provide testing support and analysis in making quality decisions related to inventory disposition that is compliance with Syngenta’s risk management policies, codes of practice, standards, and KPIs •    Support the implementation and validation of new physiology testing methodology •    Perform other duties as assigned 

Requirements  •    BS or higher in biological science or related area preferred •    Experience in a laboratory or quality testing related function, preferably in a seed company. •    Must have good computer skills, particularly in Excel, SAP, and/or other databases •    Individual must be authorized to work in the United States for Syngenta without work authorization sponsorship now or in the future.  •    Hands on experience with laboratory processes for seed physiology testing •    Knowledge of Quality Control Laboratory Processes •    Experience in an international work environment; Ability to deal with various and diverse cultures and work habits •    Fluent in English

Critical success factors & key challenges •    Effectively interact with members of the physiology team to complete lab-based testing •    Demonstrate a clear understanding of quality control testing and how the results of the lab impact product quality and customer experience •    Ensure that all testing results are completed according to the Syngenta protocol and results are reported accurately in a timely manner   What We Offer:  •    Full Benefit Package Medical, Dental & Vision that starts the same day you do  •    401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution  •    Open Vacation Policy with a minimum of 15 days of vacation and up to 30 days with manager approval, 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       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.    Family and Medical Leave Act FMLA       Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's EEOC      Employee Polygraph Protection Act EPPA      #LI-SA2 

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