Quality Technician (49920)

Raining Rose; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Raining Rose in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to complete inspections and ensure quality control standards for materials and finished products in cosmetics. The role emphasizes adapting equipment, analyzing discrepancies, and adhering to GMP and Safe Practices with accuracy and compliance.

Qualifications include associate’s degree preferred and 1+ years in a related field, ERP experience, and knowledge of GMP/OSHA requirements. The position is on-site in Cedar Rapids.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 1+ years’ experience in a related field.
• Experience with ERP software preferred.
• GMP and OSHA knowledge required.
• Knowledge of material inspection methods and techniques.
• Training and understanding of laboratory hazards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and/or adapt inspection equipment to meet quality standards.
• Analyze facts to determine action within standard practices.
• Approve or reject cosmetic and drug products.
• Pull samples and send for testing to facilities.
• Inspect vendor products used in manufacturing.
• Test products for quality and purity as defined by vendor.
• Recommend process improvements for efficiency.
• Adhere to GMP and Safe Practices.
• Display and promote ASPIRE values.
• Regular attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Computer literacy

GMP/OSHA knowledge

Education

Associate’s degree preferred

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Raining Rose - Cedar Rapids, IA 52403Salary Range: $19.40 - $22.65 Hourly

SUMMARY

Complete inspection and follow quality control procedures regarding purchased material, in-process material and finished products to assure that quality control standards are achieved in the manufacturing of natural body products

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to the following)

• Develop and/or adapt inspection equipment to meet quality control standards, make suggestions with regard to procedures, standards and equipment to facilitate work and maintain product quality
• Analyze facts or circumstances surrounding individual problems to determine what action should be taken within the limits of standard practices
• Approve or reject cosmetic and drug products manufactured by Raining Rose, Inc.
• Pull samples from manufactured cosmetic and drug products and send for testing to various facilities
• Inspect products from vendors which are used in the manufacturing of cosmetic and drug products
• Test products which are used in the manufacturing of cosmetic and drug products for quality and purity as defined by the vendor
• Recommend process improvements for increased efficiencies
• Firm understanding and compliance with company’s Good Manufacturing Practices and Safe Practices
• Display and promote company values (ASPIRE: Attitude, Safety, Passion, Integrity, Relationship, and Evolve)
• Regular attendance
• Other duties as assigned

QualificationsREQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with prevalent professional demeanor
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation
• Ability to work in fast paced, rapidly changing, and regulated environment
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Ability to identify problems when they arise and notify appropriate personnel
• Exhibit sound and accurate judgment
• Ability to work effectively across departmental teams
• Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new approaches
• Intermediate level computer literacy

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Associate’s degree preferred
• A minimum of 1+ years’ experience in a relatable field required
• Experience with ERP software preferred
• Knowledge of GMP’s, OSHA, rules and regulations required
• Knowledge of material inspection methods and techniques
• Training and understanding of laboratory hazards preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sit an average of 4-5 hours per day
• Stand an average of 2-3 hours per day
• Walk an average of less than 1 hour per day
• Required Movements:
• Reach above shoulder level – Rarely (1-2 times per day)
• Pushing – Rarely (1-2 times per day)
• Weight Carried:
• Up to 20 lbs. – Occasionally (1-4 times per day)
• Weight Lifted:
• Up to 10 lbs. – Occasionally (1-4 times per hour)
• 11-30 lbs – Occasionally (1-4 times per hour)
• Hands Used for Repetitive Action:
• Simple/light grasping (both hands) – Frequently (5-24 times per hour)
• Firm/strong grasping (both hands) – Frequently (5-24 times per hour)
• Fine dexterity (both hands) – Constant (more than 25 times per hour)
• Job requires being around moving machinery and equipment
• Job requires wearing personal protective equipment as necessary
• Personal Protective Equipment Required:
• Safety glasses when in required areas