Technician, Quality Control - Menomonee Falls, WI

dsm-firmenich; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Floating holidays

Health benefits

Job summary

dsm-firmenich is seeking a Raw Material Quality Control Technician in Menomonee Falls, WI. You will maintain and conduct raw material sampling and analyses, enter results, report deviations, and align specifications to ensure safe, reliable products that meet internal and external requirements.

Responsibilities include RM testing, laboratory analyses, data entry, and ensuring quality standards with GMP and safety adherence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in quality control.
• Fluency in local language required; other languages encouraged.
• Analytical thinking with data interpretation.
• Attention to detail to detect deviations.
• Strong communication and collaboration with production teams.
• Proactive problem-solving and decision making.
• Safety, GMP compliance awareness.

Responsibilities

• Support Raw Material specification alignment into system and conduct RM testing to ensure compliance.
• Independent, efficient organization and processing of quality control analyses in the laboratory.
• Confident mastery of routine analyses, including preparation and documentation according to specifications.
• Plausibility checks of all generated analysis results and accuracy checks of the measured data.
• Accurate entry of results into defined systems.
• Reporting and processing all quality-relevant deviations (deviations, OOS) per protocols.
• Responsible for laboratory equipment calibration and basic maintenance per GMP.
• Adhere to deadlines and ensure timely transmission of results.
• Conduct first laboratory test for OOS results per execution documentation.
• Work in compliance with SHE specifications.
• Analyze special or custom samples to solve problems in lab and production.
• Procure laboratory consumables; manage QC stock to prevent shortages.
• Identify common issues and escalate to superior or relevant stakeholders.

Skills

Fluency in local language

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-Solving

Team leadership

Continuous improvement

Safety focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science or related field

Job description

Job Title: Technician, Quality Control

Location: Menomonee Falls, WI

The Raw Material Quality Control Technician is responsible for maintaining and conducting raw material sampling and analyses, results entry and reporting, and processing of quality related deviations, with execution of specification alignment, to help ensure that the products manufactured are safe, reliable, and meet both internal and external requirements, promoting customer satisfaction and trust in the business.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Support Raw Material specification alignment into system and conduct RM testing to ensure compliance
• Independent, efficient organization and processing of quality control analyses in the laboratory
• Confident mastery of all routine analyses, including preparation, performing and completion of necessary documentation according to specifications
• Plausibility checks of all generated analysis results and accuracy checks of the measured and documented results
• Accurate entry of results into defined systems.
• Reporting and processing all quality-relevant deviations (deviations, OOS) according to protocols, including notification to procurement
• Responsibility for defined laboratory and analytical equipment, including calibration and basic maintenance, in compliance with GMP guidelines and safety criteria
• Compliance to KPI’s by adhering to deadlines (analysis duration, transmission of approved results)
• Conducting the first laboratory test for OOS results in compliance with the relevant execution documentation
• Working in compliance with SHE specifications
• Analysis of special or custom samples to solve problems in the laboratory and in production
• Procurement of laboratory and consumable materials in accordance with financial competence
• Manage and purchase stock of QC lab supplies & reagents as well as ensuring the absence of shortage
• Identify common problems/issues encountered and perform escalation process to superior or relevant stakeholders.

We Offer

• We offer PTO and Floating Holidays.
• A competitive compensation package – with comprehensive health and welfare benefits.
• A strong sense of accountability – you take initiative, speak up, and see things through. You are responsible and focus on what matters.
• An innovator’s instinct – you’re always looking for better, smarter, more sustainable ways to make an impact.
• Curiosity and an open mind - because you believe progress starts with asking, “Is there a better way?”
• A collaborative spirit – you’re at your best when working across teams, functions and countries.
• A focus on unity - with stakeholders and customers.

You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Science, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in quality control.
• Fluency in local language a requirement, other languages encouraged.
• Analytical thinking: Ability to analyze data, identify patterns, and make informed decisions to ensure quality standards are maintained
• Attention to detail: Meticulous attention to detail to catch even minor defects or deviations from quality standards
• Communication Skills: Strong communication skills to effectively convey findings, provide feedback, and collaborate with production teams.
• Problem-Solving: Proactive approach to identifying and resolving quality issues.
• Team Leadership: Ability to work well with others, leading team members and fostering a collaborative environment to achieve quality goals.
• Customer-Centric Approach: helps the business by building strong relationships with team and other stakeholders
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in initiatives to enhance quality standards and processes.
• Safety Focus: Adhere to health, safety, and environmental regulations.

The salary scale provided reflects the pay range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant’s job-related skills, experience, relevant education, or training, and primary work location. The hourly pay rate is $21.00-$29.00.

In addition to base salary, we also offer a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive of annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs and a broad range of other benefits. All benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.

About Dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Inclusion, Belonging And Equal Opportunity Statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency Statement

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.