Assistant Quality Technician

Coast of Maine Organic Product; Quarryville (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Coast of Maine Organic Product seeks a self-motivated Assistant Quality Technician to join our Quality department. The role involves assisting with processing product samples, conducting efficacy testing, and supporting plant trials in a full-time capacity.

Responsibilities include product inspection, routine testing, data entry, equipment calibration, and supporting environmental site inspections. A Bachelor’s degree in sciences or 3-5 years of relevant experience is required, with strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Agricultural, or Biological Sciences.
• Or 3-5 years of experience in horticulture industries or laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with product inspection, monitoring, and routine testing (e.g. moisture, pH, etc.).
• Perform bioassays and plant grow trials to assess product performance.
• Enter weekly QC data for all manufacturing locations.
• Calibrate laboratory equipment and ensure proper plant maintenance.
• Support Environmental team with site inspections and effluent monitoring.
• Maintain detailed notes and documentation for recordkeeping.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Communication

Teamwork

Sustainability mindset

Gardening experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Agricultural, or Biological Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Database software

Job description

Description

Coast of Maine is an organic soil company looking for a self-motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our Quality department as a full-time Assistant Quality Technician. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assisting with processing product samples, conducting efficacy testing, and supporting plant trials. This role requires someone who is solutions-focused, able to problem-solve independently, and possesses strong technical knowledge. Clear communication skills and the ability to interpret and document data analytics are essential. The Assistant Quality Technician will maintain accurate records of manufactured products and product development trials.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist with product inspection, monitoring, and routine testing (e.g. raw materials, final products for moisture, pH, electrical conductivity, bulk density, water holding capacity, etc.).
• Perform bioassays and plant grow trials to assess product performance.
• Enter weekly QC data for all manufacturing locations.
• Calibrate laboratory equipment and ensure proper plant maintenance.
• Support the Environmental team with site inspections and effluent discharge monitoring, especially during extreme weather events.
• Maintain detailed notes and documentation for recordkeeping.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Agricultural, or Biological Sciences; OR 3-5 years of experience in horticulture industries (e.g., greenhouse/agricultural growing, plant/nursery production, landscaping); OR 3-5 years of laboratory experience, with a preference for environmental testing.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. and work in various weather conditions (rain, snow, heat).
• Ability to be flexible and work in a dynamic environment with competing priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Comfortable working with digital databases and learning new software tools.
• Strong attention to detail
• Highly organized with a can-do attitude and able to problem solve, multi-task and prioritize.
• The ability to analyze data, find meaningful insights, and note important trends.
• Able to communicate effectively and exhibits good team skills and respect the inherent worth of and respect for fellow employees.
• Passion for sustainability and environmental responsibility; gardening experience beneficial.