Quality Assurance Technician 2 - 1st Shift

KIK Consumer Products; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

KIK Consumer Products in Santa Fe Springs, CA, seeks a Quality Assurance Technician II for 1st Shift (Mon-Fri 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.). You will perform analytical and physical testing, monitor quality systems, complete reports, and assist in investigations and root‑cause analysis. Work independently in the lab.

Requirements: High School Diploma or GED, 3+ years of quality experience, GMP/GDP/GLP knowledge, and MS Office proficiency. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of quality-related experience.
• Basic wet chemistry understanding (titrations, pH, etc.).
• Knowledge of GMP/GDP/GLP.
• Proficiency with MS Office and documentation practices.
• Ability to work independently in a lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, document, and record finished goods production.
• Run on-line quality checks and ensure timely completion.
• Document testing, holds, investigations, and root-cause analysis.
• Maintain quality retention and instrument calibration programs.
• Order lab supplies and support non-conformity investigations.
• Work with minimal supervision in a lab setting.

Skills

Quality testing

Documentation

MS Office

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

We Create Products and Brands That People Trust to Clean, Sanitize, and Protect Their Homes and Pools When you join KIK Consumer Products, you're joining a team that cares about the work we do and about each other. We bring exceptional brands and products to consumers that help them protect the health and wellness of their families and the cleanliness of their homes and pools. We are committed to building a culture of performance driven by accountability, collaboration, and agility that enables timely fact-based decision-making and exceptional execution with unwavering ethics. As one of North America's largest independent manufacturers of consumer products, KIK helps a large portfolio of brands and retailers bring their products to life.

Your Role at KIK

We are seeking a Quality Assurance Technician II to join our team on 1st Shift, working Monday-Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Flexibility is required to support business needs, including occasional 2nd Shift coverage, starting up to one hour before the scheduled shift, overtime, and rotating Friday coverage as needed. In this role, you'll perform analytical and physical testing of products manufactured at our facility, monitor critical quality systems, complete reporting and documentation, and perform general laboratory duties. You'll maintain the Quality Retain and Instrument Calibration programs, order lab supplies, support product holds, internal investigations, and root cause analysis, and determine the steps needed to address non-compliance. You'll work independently in the laboratory with little or no supervision. This position pays a base hourly rate of $25.00 - 27.00 per hour, based on experience with overtime as needed. This is a non-union position.

What You'll Do

• Inspect, evaluate, document, and record finished goods production.
• Ensure all specified on-line quality checks are performed properly and on a timely basis.
• Document testing, product holds, internal investigations, and root cause analysis.
• Issue labels to fulfill production requirements per the Production Schedule.
• Review production line parameters and performance for adherence to company Standard Operating Procedures, Quality Guidelines, and Facility Procedures.
• Report all online inspections and document the findings.
• Test samples (in process and finished goods) for physical and chemical properties for adherence to Quality Specifications.
• Generate and ship samples for outside analytical testing.
• Maintain the Quality Retain Program.
• Maintain the Instrument Calibration Program.
• Order laboratory equipment and supplies.
• Determine the necessary steps to address non-compliance and ensure changes to quality standards are implemented.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and organization.
• Work independently in the laboratory with little or no supervision.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3 or more years of quality-related experience (Required).
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (Preferred).
• Basic understanding of wet chemistry techniques (titrations, refractive index, specific gravity, viscosity, pH analysis, etc.).
• Basic understanding of following Standard Operating Procedures.
• Full understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Documentation Practices (GDP), and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
• Full understanding of test methods and quality control techniques as they pertain to plant quality.
• Good organizational skills with proficiency in MS Office programs.
• Ability to make quick decisions as necessary to qualify plant production standards.
• Ability to multi-task effectively, as more than one line runs frequently.
• Ability to work independently in the laboratory with little or no supervision.

Physical Requirements And Work Environment

• Ability to lift, carry, stand, climb, bend, squat, and walk safely, as necessary.
• Ability to work in hot, humid, and cold environments.
• Ability to work around liquid chlorine and ammonia fumes, using all required personal protective equipment.
• Consistent adherence to all PPE, safety, and quality (QA SOP) requirements.

What You Will Get

KIK offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health, wellness, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with KIK's retirement savings options including employer match. KIK also recognizes the importance of continuing education and offers Education Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and growth.

About KIK

We create the products and brands that people trust to clean, sanitize, and protect their homes and pools. We are one of North America's largest independent consumer product manufacturers with 16 North American manufacturing facilities. We also operate globally in Canada, Europe, and Australia. We are known for our portfolio of notable brands including Spic and Span, Comet cleaning products, Clorox Pool & Spa, BioGuard, and Natural Chemistry pool chemicals. We are also the #1 producer in North America of store-brand("private label") bleach and a leading private-label provider of laundry detergent and additives, dishwashing products, general-purpose cleaning, and other home care products.

Our global team of over 2,300 employees drives our capabilities in product development, product formulation, strategic sourcing, manufacturing, packaging design, brand marketing, project management, quality assurance, compliance, distribution, and logistics.

Our organization is constantly evolving and is driven by a set of "One KIK" values - a dedication to following through on commitments in a customer-focused, profit-motivated way; while never compromising on safety, ethics, or integrity.

KIK is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affluent Action employer. KIK does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, status in uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.

KIK is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws. If you require reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application, or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the job, please contact Human Resources immediately.

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