Quality Control Technician - Winter Haven, FL

VetJobs; Winter Haven (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Chemical Co. is seeking a Quality Control Technician to perform GC-FID analysis, sample preparation, and routine QC duties at the Winter Haven, FL site. The role requires a BS in a physical science and relevant lab experience, with English fluency and the ability to pass a background check.

The position involves night shift hours (Thu-Wed, 7:00pm-7:00am) and on-site work. Ongoing responsibilities include calibration of instruments, sampling, and documentation such as Certificates of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in physical science is required.
• One year related lab experience preferred.
• Analytical laboratory environment experience.
• Fluent English communication required.
• Must be able to pass background check and work legally in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Analyze incoming samples (pre-purchase, raw material, WIP, finished products).
• Prepare and standardize chemical reagents.
• Operate GC-FID for sample analysis.
• Sample incoming products per GMPs and protocols.
• Conduct regular gas inventories and alert supervisor if usage exceeds expectations.
• Support supervisor in developing new analytical methodologies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Laboratory teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical science

1 year related laboratory experience preferred

Tools

GC-FID

Gas chromatography

Job description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

Quality Control Technician - Winter Haven, FL

Description Of Duties:

• Analysis of incoming samples (pre-purchase, raw material, WIP, finished products and others)
• Preparation and standardization of chemical reagents
• Serve as primary operator for GC-FID analysis of submitted samples.
• Responsible for sampling of incoming products in accordance with documented GMPs and written protocols.
• Conduct compressed gas inventories; alerting QC Supervisor when usages exceed expectations
• Assist Quality Control Supervisor as needed in the development, documentation and execution of new methodologies to address evolving analytical needs.
• Carry out regular internal inventories of parts, reagents and supplies for purposes or re-ordering same.
• Assist Quality Control Supervisor in the composition of requested analytical documentation (e.g., Certificates of Analysis)
• Responsible for review and validation of GC component data. Assist in data entry of results for all analyzed pre-purchase, raw material, WIP and finished product samples.
• Carry out visual inspection and product disposition for designated product lots on a request basis.
• Develop the capability for an informed organoleptic evaluation of any submitted FCC product.
• Perform scheduled calibrations of designated laboratory instrumentation.
• Responsible for the collection, labeling and storage of retain quantities for all submitted samples.
• All other duties as directed and appropriate for the purposes of Florida Chemical Co.

Auto req ID

483457BR

Minimum Education Required

Bachelors

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

• Educational Requirements:
• Thursday through Wednesday 7:00pm to 7:00 am for night shift.
• Schedule may include additional time as needed and approved by management.
• BS degree in a field of physical science. One year related laboratory experience preferred.
• Working Conditions: Physical Requirements: Analytical laboratory environment with instrumentation and glassware.
• Plant ambient environment with production operations for material sampling.
• Standing, walking, sitting, manual dexterity, light lifting and some time spent in an industrial environment.
• Job Descriptions are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people to whom it is assigned. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
• Employees are required to effectively communicate through the ability to read, write and speak fluent English. Employees must be authorized to work in this country legally and have reliable transportation.
• ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.
• Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.
• If hired, employees will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
• The pay range for this position is expected to be between: $41,600.00 - $71,000.00

City*

Winter Haven

State*

Florida

Job_Category

Technician

Job Code

Manufacturing Manufacturing

Affiliate Sponsor

ADM

Salary Range

$30,000-$45,000