Quality Technician

Position Overview:

We are seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Quality Technician to ensure the high standards of our production processes and products. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Agriculture, Soil Science, Biology, or Microbiology, with a foundational understanding of laboratory procedures. Final year students pursuing degrees in the mentioned fields with relevant coursework or lab experience are also encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities:

•Conduct thorough quality checks on incoming raw materials to ensure they meet established standards.

•Perform regular and comprehensive quality assessments on production processes to maintain consistency and adherence to quality protocols.

•Inspect finished goods to verify compliance with specified quality criteria.

•Oversee and manage the labeling process for products, ensuring accuracy and compliance with quality standards.

•Demonstrate expertise in change control, deviations, traceability, and other quality-related processes.

•Write and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for quality control processes.

•Work on regulatory standards such as TaMU (if applicable) to ensure compliance.

•Maintain inventory of lab supplies and equipment, ensuring their availability for quality control procedures.

•Train workers on SOPs and quality control measures.

•Coordinate and send products to third-party labs for testing as necessary.

•Support Research and Development (R&D) initiatives by contributing to experiments, data collection, or other related tasks.

•Assist in supporting regulatory tasks as required, ensuring adherence to industry standards and guidelines.

•Keep detailed records of customer complaints and product defects for further analysis and improvement.

Physical Demands:

•Ability to lift and move equipment and supplies, sometimes weighing up to 50 pounds.

•Stand or sit for extended periods during lab work and quality control procedures.

•Dexterity and physical coordination for handling laboratory equipment and conducting tests.

•Visual acuity and attention to detail for precise analysis and examination of samples and products.

•Ability to work in a laboratory setting with potential exposure to various chemicals and substances following safety protocols.

Qualifications:

•Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Agriculture, Soil Science, Biology, or Microbiology is preferred. Final year students in these fields with relevant coursework or lab experience are encouraged to apply.

•Proven ability to conduct comprehensive quality checks on raw materials, production processes, and finished goods.

•Knowledge of quality control processes, change management, deviations, and traceability.

•Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to tasks.

•Experience in writing and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for quality control.

•Familiarity with regulatory standards such as TaMU (if relevant).

•Ability to maintain inventory and oversee lab supplies and equipment.

•Capacity to train and guide workers on SOPs and quality procedures.

•Familiarity with coordinating product testing in third-party labs.

•Knowledge and application of analytical chemistry techniques.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for students in their final year of studies or recent graduates with a passion for maintaining high-quality standards in a dynamic and growing organization. If you meet these qualifications and are enthusiastic about ensuring product quality through rigorous quality checks and additional responsibilities, we encourage you to apply and become a valuable part of our team.

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