Quality Lab Technician: Chemistry & Data Analysis

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company; Groveland (FL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Holidays, vacation and sick time

401(k) match up to 7.5%

Stock purchase plan 15% discount

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company in Groveland, FL is seeking a Quality Technician to join our Quality team. This on-site role performs chemical and physical testing, records data in our systems, and assists with audits, inspections, and product release to ensure safety and quality.

You will use instruments such as HPLC, ICP, GC, AA, and LIMS/SAP entry, while upholding GMP/GLP standards and a strong safety mindset in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school graduate with three years of experience in a lab setting or with two years advanced training degree.
• One to three years of analytical chemistry and instrumentation experience
• Experience with quality programs desirable (GLP, ISO, GMP, Lean, Six Sigma)
• Knowledge of fertilizers chemistry
• Knowledge of quality concepts and methods
• Knowledge of laboratory safety regulations
• Knowledge of general analytical testing methods, techniques and instrumentation

Responsibilities

• Execute chemical and physical analysis per approved methods; interpret results and advise plant operations.
• Complete tasks: record keeping, LIMS data, SAP entry, product release, instrument maintenance and repair, supply management, safety and operation training, sample collection, audits and inspections.
• Support External analysis, R&D
• Perform housekeeping and safety and environmental tasks

Skills

Strong decision making

Customer service attitude

Interpersonal skills

Physical capability (lift 50 lbs)

Education

High school diploma

Advanced training certificate

Tools

SAP

LIMS

G.C.

HPLC

ICP

AA

Leco

Spectrophotometer

Wet Chemistry

Job description

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company in Groveland, FL is seeking a Quality Technician to join our Quality team. This on-site role performs chemical and physical testing, records data in our systems, and assists with audits, inspections, and product release to ensure safety and quality.

You will use instruments such as HPLC, ICP, GC, AA, and LIMS/SAP entry, while upholding GMP/GLP standards and a strong safety mindset in a fast-paced environment.