Assistant Quality Technician — Plant Trials & QC Data

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

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,