Seed Analyst Trainee

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated individual to join our team as a Seed Analyst Trainee. This entry-level position is designed for candidates who want to develop expertise in seed analysis and quality systems in a laboratory setting. You will receive comprehensive training in sample preparation testing and evaluation with the opportunity to progress as you gain experience and accreditation.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for testing planting and evaluation within accredited areas.
• Learn and maintain compliance with accreditation scope (CFIA Tables 1 through 20).
• Learn and maintain compliance of AOSA and ISTA Rules
• Understand and apply:
  • SGS Code of Integrity
  • Global SGS Quality and Professionalism Policy Statement
  • SGS Sherwood Park Quality Policy and all aspects of the Quality System
• Identify and report quality issues in processes to the Quality System.
• Recommend or assist in implementing solutions to nonconformances.
• Work competently in LIMS for sample tracking and data management.
• Ensure awareness of occupational health and safety risks and proper use of PPE in all work areas.

Qualifications :

• Education: High School diploma.
• Experience: Specialized knowledge beyond high school typically gained through 12 years of formal or technical training. Experience in an accredited laboratory or at a university in Botany Crop Science or a related field is a strong asset.
• High level of accuracy with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal presentation and communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to read and comprehend labels and instructions.
• Dependable and reliable; daily presence contributes to departmental success.
• Ability to follow instructions independently with minimal supervision.

Additional Information :

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such we recruit hire train and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression and Indigenous status or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge skills and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties responsibilities or requirements but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the companys rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process.

Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time