NAS Chemical Operator Technician - Garretson, SD

$24 - $32/Yr

Wilbur-Ellis - Garretson, SD

Full-time - Entry Level

Garretson, SD

Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

The Chemical Operator Technician will complete quality assurance testing and analysis and maintain appropriate documents supporting technical services. Additional responsibilities include inventory tracking, reporting, and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quantitative and qualitative laboratory tests on incoming raw materials and outgoing finished goods and for production support
• Compile and analyze test information for corrective action on out-of-spec products
• Investigate product and process deviations, identify root cause, and develop corrective and preventative actions
• Interact with plant staff for research and other formulation resolution
• Complete analysis per defined formulas to provide required batch adjustments to meet specifications
• Set up, maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment and instrumentation required for tests, research or process control
• Document and maintain results of tests and analysis
• Postproduction information into accounting system and monitor against production standards
• Complete physical to book reconciliation of inventory, research discrepancies, and make appropriate adjustments working directly with Accounting
• Support sales and marketing as it relates to Quality Assurance
• Provide administrative support and/or other jobs as assigned

Requirements

• Two-year Associates Degree combined with a minimum of two years relevant experience or equivalent working experience in a technical services or quality assurance position
• Strong knowledge of computers utilizing Microsoft Windows, Windows applications, and Sample submission software
• Detail oriented
• Comply with company safety standards
• Able to handle time sensitive and stressful situations
• Strong analytical skills and research techniques
• Multi-tasking and problem-solving skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Physically able to endure outdoor climates including hot or cold weather extremes

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of fertilizers (liquid)
• Experience with laboratory or field testing using spectrometers, nitrogen determination apparatus, air samplers, centrifuges, or potential hydrogen (pH) meters

Benefits

• Base compensation ranging from $24.28 - $32.36 per hour
• Eligible for vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, retirement plans, and other benefits