Viability Seed Lab Supervisor: Lead, Quality & ISO

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state of washingtonUnion Gap (WA)

Quality Control Systems Managers Postharvest Crop Activities (except Cotton Ginning)

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Washington State Department of Agriculture, based in Yakima, seeks a Viability Seed Laboratory Supervisor to lead the viability section of the Seed Laboratory. You will supervise technicians, ensure quality testing, and maintain compliance with ISO 9001:2015, USDA ASL, ISTA, and phytosanitary standards. The ideal candidate has seven years of lab experience with at least three in a higher role, plus AOSA or SCST viability certification or rapid path to certification, and ongoing professional

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