Quality Assurance Technician IV

Now hiring! Quality Assurance Technician IV

Parma, ID

 

We are looking for a Quality Assurance Technician IV to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Parma,ID.

 

Come create chemistry with us!

BASF’s Agricultural Solutions division connects innovation, customers, partners and agricultural experts and integrates sustainability criteria into all business decisions. We help farmers deliver the best possible outcomes, working to achieve the balance between economic, environmental, and social value creation for sustainable and efficient agriculture.

 

The Quality Control (QC) technician IV executes tests on samples of vegetable seed lots following accredited company protocols. This position is in the Emergence Lab Team performing germination and supportive tasks for other tests.  The team works together to provide accurate and reliable test results to ensure the satisfaction of our internal and external customers.

During your X-hour shift as a Quality Assurance Technician IV, you will

 

• Prepare, perform, and complete routine germination and physical 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. 
• Receive training and effectively support training for 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.  Practice and promote a safe working environment for all co-workers and contractors. 
• Ensure training and proficiency records, and other documents within the quality management system are accurate and current.  Participate in internal and external audits.
• Coordinate with team members and internal stakeholders to ensure timely performance of testing activities, seeking alignment of Emergence lab priorities, and a team approach to problem solving. 
• Identify areas for improvement, take ownership of tasks and consistently look for and follow up on new ideas.
• Operate all lab equipment daily to ensure all settings are correct.  Confirm all equipment is fit for use and maintained properly. 

If you...

• Possess minimum High School Diploma. Associate degree or bachelor’s degree in agricultural or biological sciences is preferred
• Have experience in fields like agriculture / horticulture / biology / farming or
• Have Between 6 months to 2 years of seed’s lab previous experience as a plus
• Being able  to learn and work in several technology platforms (SharePoint, Elements, Success Factors, Intranet, MS Outlook) and proficient in MS office applications including excel Highly motivated and able to learn and become proficient on all germination tests within one year and most physical purity tests within two years.
• Capable of learning and understanding the science and theory behind the method.

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

 

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, an