QA Technician – Lab & Production QC

Iowa Ag; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Earned wage access (DailyPay)

Paid time off (PTO)

Overtime pay

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Parental leave

Education assistance

Job summary

Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician in Des Moines, IA to perform lab testing on finished products and components, ensuring results meet specifications and regulatory requirements.

The role involves setting up HPLC/GC equipment, recording batch results, and communicating deviations. Candidates should have science background, lab experience, and strong documentation practices. Safety and compliance are emphasized, with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to perform data analysis and interpret results.
• Good understanding of lab documentation and record-keeping.
• Capable of following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Desirable experience with HPLC/GC instruments.

Responsibilities

• Perform process checks across production, packaging and warehousing.
• Set up and calibrate HPLC/GC testing equipment.
• Input batch testing results into systems and report trends to supervisors.
• Maintain accurate QA records and ensure compliance with standards.
• Work independently in the lab and support problem solving with data.

Skills

Analytical thinking

English proficiency

Lab procedures knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical science

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

HPLC

GC instruments

Job description

Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician in Des Moines, IA to perform lab testing on finished products and components, ensuring results meet specifications and regulatory requirements.

The role involves setting up HPLC/GC equipment, recording batch results, and communicating deviations. Candidates should have science background, lab experience, and strong documentation practices. Safety and compliance are emphasized, with opportunities for growth.