Physiology Seed Analyst
Our client, a Crop Science Innovation company, is seeking a Physiology Seed Analyst to join their team. The incumbent will be responsible for all laboratory related aspects, tests, and quality control in the Physiology lab. . This role will also need to comply and be certified with the relevant seed association and also manage turnaround times and data integrity.
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for SCCI sample updates and results update
- Responsible for receiving and preparation of all samples received daily.
- Testing of all germination.
- Transfer recorded results into SAP system and track all samples and results progress.
- Historical Data analysis physiology lab results monitoring.
- Prepare, pack and record samples for exporting for additional test and keeping track of all these samples for results and record keeping purposes.
- Perform test on sophisticated laboratory equipment including managing maintenance and functionality of equipment.
- Troubleshooting the issues on the equipment.
- Conform to Good Laboratory Practice principals and other prescribed quality systems and relevant regulations.
- Ensure all KPI Measurements are supplied timeously and accurately.
- Ensure total quality according to customer needs.
- Participate in global projects and innovation alignment.
- Order and keep inventory of consumables necessary to perform tests.
- Participate in one PSS- (One production system).
- Lead HSE efforts according to ISO 45001 and our client's safety standards focusing on legal compliance and identifying safety risks applying the HIRA methodology.
- Participate in compiling Risk assessments and Job safety analysis.
- Participate in 5WHY problem solving identifying corrective and preventative actions.
- Adhere to all applicable legislation, our client's safety policies and procedures.
- Actively promote our client's safety culture and best practices
Requirements
- Degree in Agricultural Science
- Certification in Seed Analysis or Seed Sampling Course is an added advantage.
- Must be registered and qualified as Seed analyst.
- 1-2 years of work experience in a similar role
- Reasonable knowledge and practical experience with ISO and Labware, GIMS and SAP.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and data entry software.
- Must be able to network and manage stakeholder relationships
- Should have demonstrable analytical skills and ability to handle technical agricultural work
- Must be reliable and disciplined
- Should be oriented to problem solving, be able to multi-task and handle work pressure well.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application before 3rd April 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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