QC technician - seeds (based Khon Kaen)

• Preparing genetic purity and seed health sample plan for resources based on production plan.
• Managing overall lab operations of genetic purity and seed health testing & delivering the set KPI’s as per the target.
• Coordinate with external lab for sample submission.
• Analyze the test data & report to stakeholders.

• Timely completion of testing activities.
  • Report the relevant testing KPI’s as per the set targets.
  • Share & highlights the issues from the SNP and seed health test through monthly report with team.
  • Review SOP’s related to genetic purity and seed health testing periodically.
  • Effectively collaborate with global test development teams to ensure efficient and effective implementation of new test methods.
  • Identify the training needs of the team including 3rd party staff (NFTE) and arrange appropriate training. Ensure succession plan & team development.
  • Support customer complaints from QC perspective.
  • Responsible for enforcing and regulating HSE in workplaces.
• Support vendor management, purchasing and payment process coordination.
• Align with QMS of ISO17025:2017 and support in part of internal auditor.

• Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Plant Science, Seed Technology, Biology, Microbiology, or a related agricultural science field.
• Proficient in standard seed testing methodology.
• Skilled in physiological testing, genetic purity testing or seed health testing and experience in operating specialized seed laboratory instruments.
• Data management software (e.g., Microsoft Office / Outlook or SAP) is mandatory.
• Familiarity with standards ISTA or AOSA.
• Certified or experienced as an ISO/IEC 17025:2017 requirements and internal auditor within a laboratory would be a great advantage.
• Basic user with SAP Module
• Seed Quality Testing knowledge
• Effective communication & coordination with internal & external stakeholders
• Quick executor

Critical success factors:

• Positive approach
• Language Proficiency
• Good Team Player
• On time delivering results
• Basic knowledge of seed testing, seed Production and seed processing.
• Good understanding of genetic purity testing and seed health testing.
• Computer skills Excel, word, Power point etc.
• Developing self & people