Quality Technician - 1st Shift Lab & QC

KIK Consumer Products; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) retirement savings with company

Education Assistance

Job summary

KIK Consumer Products is seeking a Quality Technician 1 for 1st shift (Mon-Thu 6:00 am–4:30 pm) to perform analytical tests on raw materials, in-process, and finished goods. You will document findings, maintain lab systems, and support investigations with accurate data.

The role requires basic chem coursework or a related degree, 2+ years QA experience, and proficiency with Excel. OT may be required based on business needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; chemistry coursework preferred.
• 2+ years in quality, lab, or QA in manufacturing/chemical settings.
• Ability to read technical docs, drawings, and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical methods (titrations and wet chemistry) per procedures.
• Test materials and finished goods against quality specs.
• Document results and communicate out-of-spec conditions to leadership.
• Maintain Retain/First Sample Retention and proper labeling.
• Assist in calibration, lab cleanliness, and safety programs.

Skills

Analytical testing

Laboratory procedures

Documentation skills

Excel/Word proficiency

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or college chemistry coursework

Tools

pH meters

Titration equipment

Laboratory balances

Job description

KIK Consumer Products is seeking a Quality Technician 1 for 1st shift (Mon-Thu 6:00 am–4:30 pm) to perform analytical tests on raw materials, in-process, and finished goods. You will document findings, maintain lab systems, and support investigations with accurate data.

The role requires basic chem coursework or a related degree, 2+ years QA experience, and proficiency with Excel. OT may be required based on business needs.