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Glossary > Seed Lab Manager
Role Purpose
Directs and
manages all lab operations with overall
responsibility for seed analysis (purity and
germination) in accordance with A.O.S.A.
standards.
Typical Work
Activities
- Performs
advanced tests for purity and germination
potential on prepared seed samples to
determine seed viability
- Determines
seed sample purity based on pure seed, other
crop, inert matter, weed seed, noxious weed
seed and prohibited weed seed content
- Determines
seed sample germination potential through
the use of proper substrate, temperature,
moisture and the subsequent evaluation of
seedlings
- Supervise
and train Lab Technician(s) in proper
A.O.S.A. procedures and techniques for
preparing and testing seed samples
- Issues
official certification statement attesting
the sample matches the claims stated on the
product label; notifies Operations Manager
of those samples which fail analysis.
- Maintains
quality standards in lab
- Interpret
and document test results. Oversees entry of
test data results into the laboratory
computer
- Operation
and maintenance of laboratory equipment
Educational
Requirements
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A.O.S.A. Certified Seed Analyst
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Bachelor’s degree
Skills,
Knowledge, and Experience
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Strong knowledge of state and
federal laws, rules and policies and
AOSA standards relating to the
regulations of the seed industry and
the preparation and analysis of seed
samples.
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Broad knowledge of the principles
and techniques used in the
production of seeds.
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Proven supervisory experience
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Results oriented
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