QC technician - seeds (based Khon Kaen)

Syngenta is one of the world’s leading agriculture innovation company (Part of 33.4 billion USD Syngenta Group) dedicated to improving global food security by enabling millions of farmers to make better use of available resources. Through world class science and innovative crop solutions, our 60,000 people in over 100 countries are working to transform how crops are grown. We are committed to rescuing land from degradation, enhancing biodiversity and revitalizing rural communities.

A diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace environment are enablers of our ambition to be the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture. Our employees reflect the diversity of our customers, the markets where we operate and the communities which we serve. No matter what your position, you will have a vital role in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet.

• 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