Chocolate QA Lab Technician - Quality & Safety Advocate

Russell Stover Chocolates; Iola (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Russell Stover Chocolates is seeking a Lab Tech to join the Quality Assurance team responsible for inspecting products, resolving issues, and maintaining documentation. You will learn cross-functional processes and support batch production, inventory, audits, and safety programs.

The role emphasizes GMP compliance, sanitation standards, and collaboration with QA and production to ensure high-quality chocolate products reach consumers.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Excellent communication and fluent English.
• Basic math and documentation skills.
• MS Office proficiency and batch setup experience.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality inspections and resolve issues in QA.
• Investigate root causes and document findings clearly.
• Relieve team members during breaks or absences.
• Manage inventory, conduct audits, and support plant safety.
• Ensure GMP compliance and proper sanitation standards.
• Coordinate with QA and production to meet batch deadlines.

Skills

Communication

English Fluency

Math Skills

Batch Setup

Teamwork

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Russell Stover Chocolates is seeking a Lab Tech to join the Quality Assurance team responsible for inspecting products, resolving issues, and maintaining documentation. You will learn cross-functional processes and support batch production, inventory, audits, and safety programs.

The role emphasizes GMP compliance, sanitation standards, and collaboration with QA and production to ensure high-quality chocolate products reach consumers.