Quality Assurance Technician II
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Description
Now Hiring Quality Assurance Technician I! The world needs creative solutions. We need YOU! At Nunhems/BASF Quality Assurance Department, we ensure customer satisfaction by reliable and timely delivery of results and accurate prediction of seed lot performance. To meet the expectations of our customer-x-product segment, we take responsibility for seed quality through the BASF value chain. We achieve our department and personal goals in a safe and inspired environment where people are fully engaged and happy to work. The Quality Control (QC) technician executes tests on samples of vegetable seed lots following accredited company protocols. This position is in the Emergence Team at the Parma, Idaho site, performing germination and physical purity testing. The team works together to provide accurate and reliable test results to ensure the satisfaction of our customers During your work as a Quality Assurance Technician I you will…
- Prepare, perform, and complete routine germination and purity quality control tests in a timely and accurate manner according to standardized protocols while maintaining a strong connection to the team and contributing to the lab’s output.
- Proactively seek out information to help solve any identified problems. Identify areas for improvement, take ownership of tasks and consistently follow up on ideas.
- Effectively train co-workers and new employees in specialized tasks and activities to help ensure all team members follow and understand accredited procedures and protocols for consistent test performance according to internal standards and external rules and regulations.
- Operate all lab equipment daily to ensure all settings are correct. Confirm all equipment is fit for use and maintained properly.
- Coordinate with Manager and internal stakeholders to ensure timely performance of testing activities, alignment of Emergence priorities, and a team approach to problem solving.
Qualifications - BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent
If you…
- Have a bachelor’s degree in the Natural (Agricultural / Crop / Biology) Sciences
- Have 2 years of Seed Quality Control laboratory experience or 5 years of Seed Quality Control
- Have RST, CVT or CPT certification (Preferred).
- Have some experience in Agriculture/Horticulture.
- Competitive health and insurance plans including long term care
- Retirement benefits with company-matching contributions
- Learning & Development opportunities like our Mentorship and PDP programs
- Maternity & Paternity Leave and family care solutions
- Flex spending accounts
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Wellness Program & Fitness Reimbursement
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Discounts
- Access to the BASF wine cellar and much more!
A unique total offer: you@BASF
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A unique total offer: you@BASF
At BASF you get more than just compensation. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. That’s what we call you@BASF. Click here to learn more.
At BASF, we believe that people are the key to our long-term success and that talent is in everyone.
We thrive on giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfil personal ambitions…that’s how we create chemistry. #belongatBASF
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Parma, ID, US, 83660
Nearest Major Market: Boise
Nearest Secondary Market: Meridian