Quality Control Technician

Central Garden & Pet; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401k with 3% company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Central Garden & Pet is looking for a Quality Control Technician in Council Bluffs, Iowa. The position requires responsibilities like daily production line inspections, incoming components inspection, and improving workflow processes.

The ideal candidate should have at least a high school diploma, experience in quality control, and skills in basic statistical analysis. A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance and 401k is offered.

Qualifications

• One year experience in a quality or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to learn basic statistical analysis.
• Basic skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, & Access.

Responsibilities

• Daily production line inspections and releasing of products.
• Inspection of incoming components and finished goods.
• Improve workflow processes and procedures.

Skills

Basic skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, & Access

Ability to learn basic statistical analysis

Experience in quality or manufacturing environment

Education

High School Graduate (Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a scientific or related field strongly preferred)

Job description

We want to hire people who care about what they do. At Central Life Sciences, we are proud to supply animal healthcare products throughout the United States. Quality is a big deal, and we cannot make a quality product without employees who work safely, show up every day and are committed to their work. If that is who you are, then we want you on our team! We are currently hiring a Quality Control Technician.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily production line inspections and releasing of products in a timely and efficient manner to ensure timely shipment
• Inspection of incoming components, raw materials, and finished goods for release or rejection
• Raw material and finished good sample collection and shipment
• Review and audit of manufacturing control records
• Improve workflow processes and procedures
• Issuance of Non-Conformances
• Assist production with potential quality issues while packaging or formulating
• Create and Update Work Instructions
• Maintain and review CoA’s, manufacturing records, and database sheets for incoming products
• Support, promote and display a safe work environment
• Special projects as assigned by QC Manager or Plant Manager

Qualifications

• High School Graduate (Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a scientific or related field strongly preferred).
• One year experience in a quality or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to learn basic statistical analysis.
• Basic skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, & Access.
• Previous experience with ANSI and AQL’s a plus.
• Lean Certification a plus.

Working Conditions

• Must be agile as position requires extended periods on your feet, bending, stooping, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to open tightly closed drums of assorted sizes.
• Works under regular office and manufacturing conditions.
• Must be able to wear a respirator.

Benefits Package & Employee Programs

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Free Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k with 3% company match and annual profit-sharing bonus
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to thousands of free online courses
• Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more
• Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional)
• Referral Program with cash bonus
• Access to on-demand pay
• Paid parental leave

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.