Crop Science Lab Technologist I — Method Validation & Testing

SGS North America Inc.; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS North America Inc. is seeking a laboratory professional to perform moderate to complex testing and method validation under the Technical team's direction.

You will interpret results, calibrate equipment, and maintain instruments in a quality-driven environment. The role requires an associates or bachelor’s background in science, up to 3 years’ lab experience, and the ability to work from detailed specifications, train junior staff, and uphold safety and quality procedures.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in an Agricultural or science-related program required.
• 0–3 years of experience in agricultural work, physical purity, or germination testing required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience in a laboratory setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Uses an applied approach in performing moderate/complex technological functions within laboratory operations including method validation
• Conducts applied standard and experimental testing under the direction of the Technical team
• Works from detailed specifications and verbal instructions
• Interprets and evaluates results
• Calibration and set up of equipment prior to analysis
• Maintain and record equipment calibrations
• May troubleshoot and repair equipment or components under the guidance of senior team members
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge of LIMS
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge of QMS & may be required to investigate corrective actions
• Carries out routine and non-routine equipment maintenance
• Strong technical knowledge of instrumentation and analytical techniques
• Will approve data without the direction of supervisor
• Initiative and independent judgment are required in applying standard procedures
• Maintains a clean working environment
• Provide guidance and training to more junior laboratory personnel
• Follows all company health, safety, and environmental policies
• Follows all Quality system protocols and reports any discrepancies to the Supervisor
• May be asked to work in other areas of the Environmental laboratory services department when needed
• May be assigned and coordinate special or ad‑hoc projects as needed

Education

Associate's degree in Agricultural or science-related program

Bachelor's degree

Job description

SGS North America Inc. is seeking a laboratory professional to perform moderate to complex testing and method validation under the Technical team's direction.

You will interpret results, calibrate equipment, and maintain instruments in a quality-driven environment. The role requires an associates or bachelor’s background in science, up to 3 years’ lab experience, and the ability to work from detailed specifications, train junior staff, and uphold safety and quality procedures.