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Coordinator Seed Quality Lab

Syngenta Group


Job Location:

Slater, IA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 2 October 2026 (22 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 30 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

  • Active involvement in lab data management; collection and analysis.  Accountable for Calibration Procedure across lab activities. Develop a working understanding and aptitude for SSL Treating Deblend and Physical Purity functions to be able to fill in for Analysts when necessary.  Coordinate testing within assigned areas.
  • Accountability for tracking troubleshooting and solving SSL issues.   Accountable for ensuring accurate & timely SSL data is recorded.
  • Prepare procedures and training materials for all staff for SSL Treating Deblending and Physical Purity.  Conduct testing to enable competency & proficiency.
  • Adhere to all relevant safety guidelines and regulations during laboratory operations.  Show leadership for Goal Zero and HSE initiatives.  Lead HSE related programs for Contractor training and work permits.
  • Identify & lead projects for SSL & Maintenance continuous improvement.
  • Accountable for all calibrations and PMs are done across lab.  Process owner for all items involving SSL Treating Deblend and Physical Purity.
  • People leader - Direct Supervision of Analysts and contract staff.  Lead & Coach FT Analysts & Contractors on proper operational procedures.  Be able to coach across all team & across organization. 
  • Coordinate and track all routine maintenance needs and capital projects in the quality lab.  Utilize equipment maintenance system for PMs spare parts lists and failure tracking. Responsible for relationship with Parent Seed Maintenance & 3rd party staffing agencies.
  • Obtain Pesticide Applicator license/designation within 1 year.
  • Develop and Accountable for SSL & Maintenance KPIs.
  • Coordinate 3rd party contractor needs including sourcing interviewing paying and coaching performance.

Qualifications :

  • Bachelors degree and 4 years relevant work experience (seed production seed testing QMS).
  • Proficient to Expert use of LIMS SAP Fiori Excel Planning & Reporting tools.
  • Excellent leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to effectively drive results while demonstrating strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
  • Dependable on-site leader to ensure lab task are accurately and efficiently completed to build stakeholder trust.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with internal teams and cross-functional teams (i.e. SPL Planning Genotyping etc.).
  • Ability to work independently prioritize tasks and balance multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Additional Information :

What We Offer: 

  • A culture that celebrates belonging and collaboration promotes professional development and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs. 
  • Full Benefit Package (Medical Dental & Vision) that starts your first day. 
  • 401k plan with company match Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution. 
  • Paid Vacation Paid Holidays Maternity and Paternity Leave Education Assistance Wellness Programs Corporate Discounts among other benefits. 

Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal. Learn more about our team and our mission here:  is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment hiring training promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race color religion gender national origin age sexual orientation marital or veteran status disability or any other legally protected status.

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Remote Work :

No


Employment Type :

Full-time


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