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Seasonal Seed Testing Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Lead QC Analyst

Salinas, CA · On-site

$23 - $29/hr

A. procedures and techniques for preparing and testing seed samples. • Manage and maintain seed ... under seasonal time constraints. Education and Certifications: Registered Seed Technologist ...

Lead QC Analyst

Salinas, CA · On-site

$23 - $29/hr

A. procedures and techniques for preparing and testing seed samples. • Manage and maintain seed ... under seasonal time constraints. Education and Certifications: Registered Seed Technologist ...

Germination Lab Technician II

Brimfield, IL

$17.75 - $23.75/hr

Job Summary: Performs and supports seed testing activities using established protocols while ... This role also supports the onboarding, training, and day-to-day coordination of seasonal and ...

This is a temporary seasonal position that participates in operational and testing activities at inbred and hybrid research sites. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Participate in seed packaging, planting ...

Office Administrator

Powell, WY · On-site

$18.38 - $20.50/hr

Support seasonal operations: * Harvest: intake documentation, grower lot data entry, storage ... Coordinate with certified labs and state/federal seed certification agencies to track testing ...

Drive sales through personalized advice, product recommendations, and seasonal lawn/garden ... Upsell companion items (spreaders, sprayers, gloves, seed starters, mulch) and promote Ace Rewards ...

As a privately owned seed, plant, and garden goods company, we reach millions of gardeners each ... Support promotional campaigns, product launches, and seasonal selling with timely, relevant ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for seasonal seed testing in the United States is $18.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Infographic showing various Seasonal Seed Testing job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, and 31% Part Time. Highlights an 90% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,835 per year, or $18.2 per hour.
Seasonal Seed Handler-Plug Testing

Seasonal Seed Handler-Plug Testing

BALL HORTICULTURAL COMPANY

West Chicago, IL • On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Other

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

Description

Ball Horticultural Company is seeking a customer-centric candidate to work in the plug testing department at Premier Lab. Ball is the largest flower seed breeder/producer and distributor in the world, providing outstanding products, best-in-class customer service, and reliable supply to professional growers around the globe. 


Responsibilities and Duties

  • Work with overall team to deliver best-in-class service.
  • Perform all other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and abide by our organization's values.
  • Adhere to all quality control measures and watch for signs of tampering and contamination.
  • Participate in continuous improvement exercises and adapt to changing needs and requirements.
  • Prepare soil flats and sow seed using machinery or by hand for germination testing.
  • Empty, clean, and sanitize soil flats to reuse for germination testing.
  • Maintain growth and mist chambers to provide the optimal growing environment for our testing environment.
  • Utilize technology systems and hand-counts for germination analysis.
  • Perform tasks to ensure consistent testing quality while maintaining deadlines.

Requirements

  • Education and/or equivalent work experience: High school diploma/GED.
  • Years of Experience: 1 or more years of experience working with seed or in a greenhouse preferred, but not required.
  • Technical Skills / Certifications: Basic math and computer skills, ability to enter and maintain records in computer system.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written skills to communicate with internal customers, bilingual capabilities a plus.
  • Hard Skills: MS Office experience preferred.
  • Soft Skills: problem solving, attention to detail, organizational skills, teamwork, adaptability, and flexibility to work in multiple areas performing multiple tasks.


Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs for up to 10% of the workday. 
  • Ability to push and pull up to 50 lbs for up to 10% of the workday. 
  • Ability to sit and/or stand for approximately 50% of the workday. 
  • Ability to kneel and bend for approximately 20% of the workday. 
  • Ability to reach above shoulder level for up to 15% of the workday. 
  • Ability to climb and maintain balance for up to 10% of the workday. 
  • Ability to use hands and fingers for up to 100% of the workday.


Hourly Pay Range: $17-$19


Hours: 6:00am-2:30pm  subject to change based on seasonal requirements 


Our promise to you

We create excitement in the world of flowers and are the first choice for service. We deliver all the best and nothing else! To you, we deliver a work environment and a culture where building long-lasting relationships internally and externally is important. We believe that good communication, sharing ideas and collaborating on projects will set us up for success. We keep both our feet on the ground and are approachable.