Technician, Quality

ScottsMiracle-Gro; Groveland (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life

401(k) company match

Stock purchase program 15% discount

Wellness reimbursement

Fertility/adoption assistance

Family leave up to 18 weeks

Job summary

ScottsMiracle-Gro is seeking a Quality Technician in Groveland, FL to perform chemical and physical analyses and support the Quality department. You will execute tests, report results, and assist with audits and inspections while adhering to safety standards.

The role requires lab experience, familiarity with analytical chemistry techniques, and willingness to work in a fast-paced environment. The position offers weekly pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school graduate with lab experience or two years of advanced training.
• 1–3 years of analytical chemistry and instrumentation experience.
• Experience with quality programs (GLP, ISO, GMP, Lean, Six Sigma) is desirable.
• Fertilizer chemistry knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform chemical and physical testing per approved methods.
• Enter data into LIMS and SAP; report results and trends to operations.
• Complete line audits, material inspections, and related tasks per supervision.
• Support external analysis and R&D; maintain safety and housekeeping.

Skills

Lab experience

Analytical chemistry

SAP data entry

Quality systems

Decision making

Customer service

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma with lab exp

Advanced training (2 years)

Tools

GC

HPLC

ICP

AA

Leco

Spectrophotometer

Job description

Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Below are details on an open job.

This hourly role follows the Scotts step pay progression scale and typically starts at $21.60 per hour and is paid weekly. Scotts will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location.

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

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 sucessful:

• 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

Skills and Abilities / Competencies:

• 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

What we do for you (just to name a few cool ones):

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, holidays, vacation and sick time benefits available within a month of your start date
• Healthcare navigation, advocacy and support
• 401(k) company match up to 7.5% with immediate participation and vesting
• Ability to purchase company stock at a 15% discounted price from market value
• $600 annual wellness reimbursement program
• Up to $30,000 to help cover the cost of fertility treatments, adoption or surrogacy
• Up to 18 weeks of time away to support your growing family

* Eligibility for the above benefits may vary based on full-time/part-time status or additional factors.

Notification to Agencies:

Please note that the Scotts Miracle-Gro company does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement, and specific approval to submit resumes to an approved requisition, the Scotts Miracle-Gro company will not consider or approve payment regarding recruiter fees or referral compensations.

Scotts is an EEO Employer, dedicated to a culturally diverse, drug free workplace.

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