QA Lab Technician (Night Shift) Pasco, WA

Simplot Company; Pasco, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) savings

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Relocation assistance

Education assistance

Benefits details

Job summary

The Simplot Company is seeking a Quality Assurance Lab Technician to monitor and test product quality according to procedures. Duties include sampling, testing, reporting status, and logging data in logs/databases.

The role requires basic math, computer skills, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds; work may occur in refrigerated environments with an emphasis on accuracy and timely feedback to production teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years related experience preferred.
• Basic math skills required.
• Good knowledge of computer systems.
• Good communication skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Accurately completes quality grading using standards.
• Enters product identity information into inventory database.
• Performs requested tests and samples.
• Maintains a safe work environment.
• Provides timely feedback on production-related problems.

Skills

2+ years experience

Basic math

Lab equipment

Good communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Lab equipment

Job description

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The Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Summary

The Quality Assurance Lab Technician will be responsible for ensuring product quality is monitored and tested in compliance with established procedures, specification and instructions. The individual in this position is responsible, but not limited to taking samples, and performing test as prescribed by procedure or specification, reporting to appropriate personnel on status of line operation, performing requested test and samples and recording information in logs and databases.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately completes quality grade using grading standards.
• Accurately enters all product identity information for all product produced in an inventory database.
• Performs requested tests and samples.
• Maintains a safe work environment.
• Provides prompt and timely feedback to appropriate personnel relative to production related problems (i.e. excessive defects, mislabeling, package quality issues, downtime and increased production etc).

Typical Education

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

2+ years related experience and/or training.

Other Information

Basic math skills. Use basis lab equipment. Good knowledge of computer systems. Ability to work in refrigerated and frozen environments. Good communication skills. Needs to be organized, efficient, and have good time management skills. Ability to sit and stand for long periods. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Ability to lift 50 pounds. Adheres to all standards, policies and systems as appropriate.

Job Requisition ID: 27155

Travel Required: None

Pay Grade: Step and Grade

Country: United States

Wage range or rate of pay: $22.54/hr
The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

Attractive total rewards package that includes:

• 401(k) savings plan
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (where applicable)
• Relocation Assistance Program (where applicable)
• Education Assistance (where applicable)
• Benefits details available at simplotbenefits.com

**The Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.