Quality Control Assistant

Kemin Industries • Des Moines, IA

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About The Position

The Quality Assistant at Kemin plays a crucial role in supporting product quality through various analytical and wet chemistry activities. This position involves sampling raw materials, conducting chemical analyses, maintaining instruments, and reporting on projects. The Quality Assistant will also communicate with Operations and Customer Service to ensure customer satisfaction, working primarily Monday to Friday with potential weekend shifts.

Requirements

• High School Diploma with two years of related experience or an Associates Degree in a Science related field.
• Previous manufacturing, warehouse, inventory, inspection, or other related experience preferred.
• Must have and maintain an insurable driving record.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Basic computer skills, including MS Office.
• Ability to operate, troubleshoot, perform maintenance, instruct, and perform method validation on lab equipment.
• Ability to interact well with others in a team environment.
• Basic math skills.
• A post-offer background check and drug screen is required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a laboratory setting.
• Familiarity with quality control processes.

Responsibilities

• Collect samples, prepare shipments, and inspect raw materials and finished goods.
• Test raw materials as applicable.
• Perform raw material, finished goods, and packaging release with supervision as applicable.
• Follow all procedures and SOPs and assist with updates.
• Perform limited batch record reviews with supervision as applicable.
• Maintain proper quality documentation.
• Support Change Management process as necessary.
• Enter daily data into M3 and LIMs as applicable.
• Report any nonconformities by following applicable SOPs.
• Send out supplier evaluation samples as applicable.
• Follow good lab procedures and safety protocols.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including Operations, R&D, and other quality groups.

Benefits

• Competitive financial package including uncapped bonus opportunity and 401k match program.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Fitness reimbursement for the whole family.
• On-site fitness center and restaurant with seasonal fresh food options.
• Tuition reimbursement and access to a corporate university for continued learning.
• Paid time off for service opportunities.
• Corporate partnerships with The World Food Programme and Habitat for Humanity.
• Robust internship and externship program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees