<p>Job Title: R&D Seed Technician</p> <p>Job Description</p> <p>The R&D Seed Technician will support global research and development in seeds and traits by engaging in various aspects, including indoor material processing and packaging activities. This role involves receiving, scanning, cleaning, treating, sorting, counting, labeling, and shipping seeds. Technicians will also operate equipment, perform preventative maintenance, and ensure adherence to operational procedures within a lab or warehouse environment.</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Operate research equipment, take detailed notes, and manage data accurately. </li><li>Comply with regulated seed stewardship standards, read and follow regulated permit conditions, complete safety inspections and trainings, and adhere to all company policies and standard operating procedures. </li><li>Conduct quality testing on incoming materials to ensure they meet specified standards. </li><li>Support production employees by overseeing quality functions, maintaining quality standards, ensuring GMP compliance, conducting safety inspections, and overseeing hazard management. </li><li>Perform quality assurance tasks including routine audits, process validations, and corrective action implementation. </li><li>Provide support for labeling, packaging, and other departments as needed. </li><li>Prioritize safe execution of warehouse operations, ensuring all safety protocols are followed. </li><li>Work extended hours during peak season to meet production demands. </li><li>Lift and move up to 50 lbs as needed. </li></ul> <p>Essential Skills</p> <ul> <li>High School Diploma required. </li><li>Bachelor's degree in agriculture, environmental science, or other STEM-related field is highly preferred. </li><li>1-2+ years of experience within a related setting required (agriculture, environmental science, quality, GMP). </li><li>Strong attention to detail. </li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. </li><li>Ability to lift 50 lbs as needed. </li><li>Shift and schedule flexibility for the busy season (February/March-June). </li></ul> <p>Additional Skills & Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Microsoft Excel experience. </li><li>Quality Systems experience. </li><li>Data management, tracking, and analysis. </li></ul> <p>Work Environment</p> <p>The position operates within an R&D production facility that is climate controlled and clean, adhering to USDA regulations for seeds. The work schedule typically begins at 6 am or 8 am, with flexibility required during the busy season from February to June, including potential overtime.</p> <p>Job Type & Location</p> <p>This is a Contract position based out of Whitestown, IN.</p> <p>Pay and Benefits</p> <p>The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/hr.</p> <p>Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)</p> <p>Workplace Type</p> <p>This is a fully onsite position in Whitestown,IN.</p> <p>Application Deadline</p> <p>This position is anticipated to close on Mar 18, 2026.</p> <p>About Actalent</p> <p>Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.</p> <p>The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.</p> <p>If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.</p>