Overview
Quality Systems Manager Jobs in Saint Louis, MO at Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc.
Classification Title
Temporary Hourly
Employment Category
Temporary
Is this an Hourly position?
Yes
Work Hours/Week
0-40
Overtime Eligible?
Yes
Position Location
CSU Spur Terra Building, 4780 National Western Drive, Denver, CO, 80216
Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work?
No
Description of Work Unit
The Soil Water and Plant Testing Laboratory is housed at the CSU Spur campus in Denver, CO. About the Spur Campus: The CSU System, along with its partners, comprises three buildings focused on water, food and agriculture, animal health, and sustainability at the National Western Center (NWC). Within the Spur buildings, CSU conducts research and convene experts from around the globe; students of all ages engage with science and technology, and have opportunities for exploratory learning, transforming their thinking about food, water, and health and the careers available in these fields. Partners will participate in programming the space and bring evolving content to the year-round campus. These facilities include laboratory space, classrooms, public education spaces, outdoor spaces, a flexible theater, a rooftop greenhouse and more. All three facilities are targeting LEED Gold, and their operations should reflect the state-of-the-art in sustainability and healthy building operations. Construction on the CSU buildings is underway, with anticipated opening of one building in late 2021 and the other two in 2022.
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The SWPT Lab is committed to fostering and maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment, rooted in CSU’s Principles of Community.
Search Contact Email
[email protected]
Position Summary
The primary position’s responsibility is to provide day-to-day technical support for the CSU Soil, Water, and Plant Testing (SWPT) Laboratory. The employee should have a working knowledge of equipment, instruments and methods used in the SWPT Lab. The individual will perform analyses for samples (soil, water, plant, forages/feeds, and manure/compost) received by the lab, following standard methodologies and quality assurance and control protocols.
Position Minimum Qualifications
Employees must be able to provide documentation to their employers to show their identity and prove their authorization to work.
Demonstrated communication skills and ability to understand both verbal and written instructions (English).
Demonstrated fundamental arithmetic operations of adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing.
Demonstrated computer skills (spreadsheet)
Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner with or without direct supervision.
Ability to meet the physical demands of this position, which include: some heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs.) on a frequent basis and will require manual dexterity, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and handling.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience processing soil, water, plant, and manure/compost samples
Experience using equipment and instruments such as soil and plant grinders, balances, ovens, sieves, shakers, pH and EC probes, and pipettes
Experience in collecting and entering data in spreadsheets (Excel)
Posting Details
Working Title
Laboratory Assistant
Posting Number
202500293T
Department
Agricultural Experiment Station
Salary Range
$18.81 to $21 per hour. Hourly salary commensurate w/experience.
Employee Benefits
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Close Date
05/16/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Email: [email protected]
Or call: 970 491-5061 to schedule an in-person appointment.
CSU Spur, Terra Building, Room T-316, 4780 National Western Drive, Denver, CO 80216
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO
Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Essential Job Duties
Job Duty Category
Sample Preparation
Duty/Responsibility
Aids in the preparation (grinding, drying, weight) of soil, plant, and manure/compost for analytical testing
Percentage Of Time
50
Job Duty Category
Sample Analysis
Duty/Responsibility
Perform sample analysis activities, data collection, and recording.
Percentage Of Time
30
Job Duty Category
Samples Receiving
Duty/Responsibility
Aid in receiving, book-inning and sorting samples based on analyses requested and coordinating testing activities with other lab personnel.
Percentage Of Time
20
References
Minimum References Required
Maximum References Required
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Title: Quality Systems Manager
Company: Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc.
Location: Saint Louis, MO
