Quality Lab Specialist – QA & Process Improvement

Henkel Corporation; Brandon (SD); On-site; USD 61,579,000 - 64,472,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Work-Life Balance

401k matching

Employee share plan

Annual performance bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Henkel in United States (Brandon, SD) seeks a quality control specialist to perform testing on raw materials, in-process, and finished products, ensuring adherence to standards. The role supports investigations, maintains records, and helps drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications include a science-related degree (preferred) or HSD, plus experience in a quality lab or manufacturing setting. The position is non-exempt with overtime eligibility and offers comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Quality laboratory work experience or in a manufacturing/industrial environment.
• Knowledge of quality management systems, core tools, root-cause analysis and incident investigation techniques.
• Familiarity with Six Sigma and DMAIC methodologies.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements, HACCP principles, and environmental health and safety standards.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality control testing on incoming raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Analyze, calculate, and document test results while maintaining complete laboratory records.
• Develop and execute laboratory testing methods, generate technical reports, and maintain documentation.
• Support quality investigations, including customer complaints, non-conformances, and corrective actions.
• Maintain retain samples, ensure lab organization, and uphold a clean and safe work environment.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and participate in quality, compliance, and continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Quality control

Education

High School Diploma (HSD)

Science degree preference (Chemistry, Biology, Food Science, Environmental Science)

Job description

Henkel in United States (Brandon, SD) seeks a quality control specialist to perform testing on raw materials, in-process, and finished products, ensuring adherence to standards. The role supports investigations, maintains records, and helps drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications include a science-related degree (preferred) or HSD, plus experience in a quality lab or manufacturing setting. The position is non-exempt with overtime eligibility and offers comprehensive benefits.