Quality Technician

ScottsMiracle-Gro; Groveland (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

ScottsMiracle-Gro in Groveland, FL is seeking a Quality Technician for the 2nd shift. You will perform chemical and physical analyses, enter data into SAP/LIMS, and assist with product release, audits, and instrument maintenance. The role supports QA activities and R&D with a focus on safety and accuracy.

The ideal candidate has lab experience, knowledge of analytical methods, and a customer-focused approach. This position requires lifting up to 50 pounds and adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High school graduate with three years of lab experience or two years of advanced training.
• One to three years of analytical chemistry and instrumentation experience.
• Experience with quality programs (GLP, ISO, GMP, Lean, Six Sigma) preferred.
• Knowledge of analytical testing methods and laboratory safety.
• Knowledge of fertilizer chemistry.
• Ability to make good decisions.
• Good interpersonal skills with a customer service attitude.
• Ability to use SAP software.
• Ability to provide preventative maintenance and repair to instrumentation.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Execution of chemical and physical analysis per approved methods and protocols. Interpreting results and advising plant operations on results and trends in the data.
• Completion of assigned tasks and responsibilities that include any combination of the following: 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

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Analytical thinking

Customer service mindset

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Gas Chromatography (G.C.)

HPLC

ICP

AA

Leco

Spectrophotometer

Wet chemistry techniques

SAP

LIMS data entry

Job description

We are looking for a Quality Technician to join our ScottsMiracle-Gro team in Groveland, FL!

2nd Shift!

The Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for completing shift assignments to support the Quality department in a safety and effective manner. Assignments include performing chemical and physical testing per approved methods; data entry and result reporting; completing line audits, material inspections, and completing other tasks as assigned by the Lead technician or department supervisor or manager.

What you'll do in this role:

• Execution of chemical and physical analysis per approved methods and protocols. Interpreting results and advising plant operations on results and trends in the data.
• Completion of assigned tasks and responsibilities that include any combination of the following: 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.

What you'll need to be successful:

• 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.
• Previous experience with quality programs desirable.G.C, HPLC,ICP,AA, Leco, Spectrophotometer,Wet Chemistry Experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of quality concepts and methods (GLP, ISO,GMP, Lean, Six Sigma).
• Knowledge of general analytical testing methods, techniques and instrumentation.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety regulations.
• Knowledge of fertilizer chemistry.
• Ability to make good decisions.
• Good interpersonal skills with a customer service attitude.
• Ability to use SAP software.
• Ability to provide preventative maintenance and repair to instrumentation.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.