Seasonal Quality Control Lab Technician

“WE BUILD TRUST WITH FARMERS AROUND THE WORLD BY SUPPORTING THEM TO SUSTAINABLY IMPROVE THE QUALITY AND FLAVOR OF THEIR PRODUCTION.”

HM.CLAUSE is a Business Unit of Limagrain, an international agricultural co-operative founded and managed by farmers. HM.CLAUSE specializes in the breeding, production, and sale of vegetable seeds. From the world market to the farmer's market, we collaborate with our customers to deliver successful solutions for the agricultural challenges of today and produce the highest quality vegetable seeds for the future. Our global team of experts and state-of-the-art research facilities enable us to work side-by-side with growers to provide the most regionally relevant and reliable vegetable seeds available.

If our mission resonates with your passion, we look forward to your application.

You will be a great fit if you have experience similar to:

• Conduct seed germination testing Following AOSA and/or HM.Clause protocols. Conduct the testing using vacuum planting systems or manually and perform seedling evaluations.
• Data entry into LIMS database system.
• Prepare media for testing (towels, blotters, soil, etc.) following specific written procedures.
• Plant and maintain test seedlings under controlled environment.
• File daily samples and pull samples as needed.
• Perform lab maintenance routine tasks, such as wash bins, use dishwasher, keep work area and chambers clean, clean tools and equipment, etc.
• Cross-train in conducting germination testing following HM.Clause protocols in both seed lab and greenhouse setting.
• Prepare growth media, buffers and stock solutions for the culture of microorganisms following specific written procedures.
• Separate and process seed samples with an emphasis of maintaining sub-sample identity and consistency in sample preparation.
• Conduct seed health testing following established written work instructions.
• Complete any assigned projects in a timely, efficient, safe and effective manner.

To be considered, you will need: 

- B.S. Degree in plant science, plant pathology, or biology is preferred, however, candidates with equivalent working experience will be considered.
- A working knowledge of seed quality testing on vegetable seeds will be an asset.

The rewards of working here: You join an expert team of innovators and creators that collaborate with farmers around the world to sustainably enhance the taste and quality of healthy food. Our goal is to form teams that inspire and learn from each other as they work to elevate our products from seed to table. We recognize our employees as our most valued resource and work to create an atmosphere that is supportive, healthy, and progressive. We promote an environment of wellness and well-being and hybrid schedules when it is appropriate for the position. It is an important and expanding piece of our local and global mission for Diversity & Inclusion programs and support groups in the corporate world.

HM.CLAUSE offers a strong compensation and benefits package to its employees:

• Competitive salary
• This position’s range is $22 - $24/hr