Job Description
This is a great foot in the door with one of the top agricultural companies in the US. Here is their website along with details below of what they are looking for. From previous experience, those that have worked this project end up getting extended or even promoted within another department! Please see below:
Summary
This role will be in the Vegetable Quality Lab, focusing on sample preparation, grinding, and labor-type functions.
+ The individual must adhere to all safety regulations while working.
+ Normal daily activities may include the following: seed sample preparation, maintaining equipment and lab inventory; maintaining stocks of buffers, media and other reagents; word/excel data entry and LIMS database management; and running routine greenhouse or laboratory tests.
+ Contractors maybe asked to complete independent projects along side routine work.
+ Other duties may be required as necessary.
+ Attention to detail, excellent verbal and written communication, and effective time management is critical.
+ Contractors maybe asked to work overtime or occasional weekends to meet business needs.
+ This individual will work as a member of the Sample Management team.
+ The primary job function revolves around the processing of seed samples including counting/prepping seed, dishwashing, and making buffer and media.
+ They will also be actively working in a group to maintain lab supplies, safety standards, documents and will also help in other seed health groups with routine testing.
+ Routine testing lab experience is preferred.
+ A successful candidate is organized, dependable, demonstrates good time management, has strong attention to detail, and is a supportive team member.
+ MUST be okay with kitchen like environment with sample prep, grinding samples, labor type functions etc.
Qualifications
+ BS in Chemistry, Agriculture, Plant Science, Biology or Relevant field
+ Team player, self-motivated, entry level, good attitude.
+ Cannot take time off since this project is very busy and will need all hands on deck! You will have weekends off.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)- Short and long-term disability- Health Spending Account (HSA)- Transportation benefits- Employee Assistance Program- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Woodland,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 6, 2025.
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Job Tags
Temporary work, For contractors,