KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

QUALITY SYSTEMS & COMPLIANCE

Establish, implement, and monitor QA systems aligned with ISTA and national seed certification standards.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, audits, and certifications.
Develop and enforce SOPs for laboratory, processing, and packing units.

Oversee seed testing (germination, physical purity, physical appearance, ODV, moisture, vigor, genetic purity).
Monitor seed processing and packing operations for quality consistency.
Approve seed lots for release based on QA parameters.

Identify gaps in quality processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Track, review, and analyse all customer complaints to identify root causes, implement corrective and preventive actions, and ensure timely resolution while driving continuous improvement in seed quality and customer satisfaction
Review and update the quality standards based on feedback from the sales and marketing team.
Implement CAPA for non-conformities.
Optimize QA workflows to reduce errors and improve efficiency

Lead QA team members across lab and plant operations.
Train staff on quality standards, testing protocols, and documentation practices.
Collaborate with production, R&D, and supply chain teams to ensure quality integration.

certifications, and audits. Maintain accurate records of seed quality tests, certifications and audits.
Prepare MIS reports on QA performance, seed lot status, and compliance metrics.
Ensure traceability of seed lots from production to dispatch.

Strong knowledge of seed science, testing protocols, and processing technologies.
Expertise in GA systems, audits, and certification processes.
Leadership and team management skills.
Familiarity with ERP/QA management software.

M.Sc./Ph.D. in Seed Science, Agriculture, Plant Breeding, or Agronomy
5-8 years of experience in seed QA/seed industry, with at least 2-3 years in a managerial role.
Exposure to ISTA/ISO audits and seed certification processes preferred.

To apply for this job email your details to hr@agrisis.in