Assistant Quality Technician

Coast of Maine; Quarryville, Northern (PA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Coast of Maine, an organic soil company, is seeking a detail-oriented Assistant Quality Technician to join our Quality department. This full-time role focuses on assisting with processing product samples, conducting efficacy testing, and supporting plant trials.

You will maintain accurate records of manufactured products and development trials. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Agricultural, or Biological Sciences or equivalent experience, strong data analytics,

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree or 3–5 years in horticulture, or 3–5 years lab experience.
• Strong data analysis and ability to interpret results.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and digital databases.

Responsibilities

• Assist with product inspection, monitoring, and routine testing (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

Documentation

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Self-motivation

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

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.