Overview

We’re leaders. Innovators. Perfectionists. Constantly improving our products and practices, with our customers always at the forefront of everything we do. We’re the largest family-owned, retail seed company in the country and we’re looking for qualified leaders like you to help us grow. When you join Beck’s, you join a family. And it’s what we do together that sets us apart.

The Quality Assurance Manager is responsible for cultivating and continuing a culture of seedmanship across all aspects of seeds sold by Beck’s Hybrids fostering confidence in quality and reliability in supply.

As a member of the Beck’s Family of employees, all full-time employees are eligible for a generous benefits package:

  • Health benefits including two medical plan options and company HSA contributions, dental, vision, employer paid life/AD&D for you and your dependents, disability insurance, and access to an onsite Nurse Practitioner
  • 401k plan match & company sponsored pension plan and access to a Financial Advisor to help you manage your retirement savings
  • Paid time off, Paid Holidays, Wellness Programs, & Corporate Discounts
  • Company Christmas Party, $200 Merchandise Allowance, & Much More

 

Responsibilities

  • Manage Quality Assurance team in all aspects of seed quality.
  • Work with production and processing teams on all aspects of seed quality from the selection of products, field production, processing and treating to finished units.
  • Lead communication efforts in cultivating a positive and accurate story in regards to quality and reliability products across the value chain.
  • Spend time in the sales territory observing the quality and appearance of Beck’s seed at dealer and distribution sites. (Minimums to be determined as the role progresses)
  • Spend time traveling to see growers during planting and harvest as well as the growing season. (Minimums to be determined as the role progresses)
  • Bring new ideas for quality improvement to the company.
  • Consult alongside each site and group within the Processing Department on their Quality Management System programs, particularly with Preventative Actions and areas of improvement.
  • Manage and respond to all Customer Challenge reports in a timely manner.
  • Whatever other duties that may be required by Beck’s Hybrids

 

Job Requirements

Education and training:

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and insurable driving record as determined by Beck’s automobile insurance policy

Technical Knowledge

  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills
  • Good attitude towards work
  • Good working knowledge of computers and software used in data analysis and communication such as inventory tracking software
  • Ability to lead a team
  • Strong knowledge of field agronomy

Characteristics for Success:

  • Commitment to the mission of Beck’s Hybrids, specifically, to provide our customers with the best seed quality
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards
  • Ability to look at situations from several points of view
  • Has a positive attitude
    1. Integrity
    2. Innovation
    3. Passion
    4. Adaptability
    5. Teamwork
    6. Commitment
  • Ability to exercise good judgment

Travel & Hours of Work:

  • Overnight travel may be required based on project needs at Beck’s regional locations and may vary in duration of time.

Experience:

  • Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years experience in the seed industry with some of that time spent in field agronomy.

** In an effort to provide a safer, drug-free workplace for employees, all full-time applicants to whom offers of employment are made must submit to a drug test and background check, subject to applicable local, state, or federal laws or regulations. Employment at Beck’s is contingent upon passing these pre-employment screenings.

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