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Quality Assurance / Quality Control (Huntsville, AL) Jobs in Scottsboro, AL at Northland Controls
Seed Production & Quality Control Specialist
Illinois Foundation Seeds Inc. (IFSI) is an independent company delivering the leading research, product development, licensing, and production for the seed industry’s sweet corn and field crops.
Our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Dedicated, Collaborative, and Driven are the foundation of our success. We seek a Seed Production & QC Specialist who embodies and upholds these values in their daily work. At IFSI our brand purpose is “Growing Together.” We believe in fostering growth not only in our research to our customers, partners, team members and the environment, creating collaborative efforts that benefit everyone involved.
General Purpose:
The Seed Production & QC Specialist is expected to be a self-starter with a strong sense of determination, taking a leadership role in this crucial part of our business. In this capacity, you will be responsible for overseeing the planning, organization, and execution of diverse tasks associated with nursery projects, selfing, parental seed increases and selection, and various quality control tasks. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, possess a background in seed production, and demonstrate the ability to efficiently manage tasks.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
Plan and order supplies for nursery and selfing projects
Apply for field inspections and monitor results on the MAPS account, posting them to the Production System
Collaborate with ICIA and IFSI Research, organizing project planting plans and packets
Oversee the supervision of H2A and other contracted seasonal employees for the nursery
Print necessary packets, treat seeds, and pack in preparation to plant in nursery
Map projects based on field size, dimensions, and project size
Label PGO packets with final PGO plot numbers
Oversee putting packets in planting order, planting, and staking the nursery
Plan and plant projects requiring ETRs within parental seed fields
Create stand count, pollen, silk, and other evaluation note sheets for field data collection and electronic filing
Collect/record stand counts and flowering dates
Harvest and evaluate HP seed and ETRs out of parental seed fields
Support shelling, hand cleaning, and inventory ETRs from production sites
Condition HP seed sources with various equipment
Handpicking hybrid and parent seed
Assist with inventory and sampling of parent seed
Perform seed counts, moistures, seed sampling, and shipping
Conduct seed quality or production improvement studies
Apply for and assist with phytosanitary certificate applications
Qualifications/Knowledge Needed:
Previous experience in seed production or related field, a BS in Agriculture or Crop Science is beneficial
Proficiency in gathering, recording, and reporting data
Strong work ethic focused on productivity, accuracy, and timeliness
Strong organizational and project management skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office
Valid driver’s license required
Capable of working outdoors in various weather conditions
Ability to lift and carry supplies and equipment as needed, generally up to 75 lbs
Ability to stand, walk, and perform field-related tasks for extended periods
Capable of working long hours/weekends during critical periods of season
Benefits:
Salary: This position has an annual Salary range of $46 – 69K. Actual pay is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while considering internal equity.
Full benefit package: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, STD, 401k
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Potential bonus opportunity based on company and department performance
Company provided vehicle
Reporting:
Reports to the Operations and QC Manager
Illinois Foundation Seeds, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer
Title: Quality Assurance / Quality Control (Huntsville, AL)
Company: Northland Controls
Location: Scottsboro, AL
