Wet Chemistry Quality Analyst, Consumer Products

KIK Consumer Products; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Employer 401(k) with match

Education assistance

Job summary

KIK Consumer Products in the United States is seeking a Quality Technician 1 for 2nd shift (Mon–Thu, 4:00 pm–2:30 am) to perform analytical tests on materials, in‑process and finished goods, and maintain thorough records.

You will support investigations, assist with calibrations, and help ensure product quality targets are met across lab and plant operations.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a quality, lab, or QA role within manufacturing or chemical environments.
• Ability to interpret SOPs, product specs, drawings, and other technical documents.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word for data entry, trend analysis, and basic reporting.
• Excellent documentation habits, keen attention to detail, and comfort managing multiple priorities.
• Ability to work with fumes/chemicals while wearing PPE; stand for prolonged periods; lift up to 50 lbs with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Apply approved analytical methods—titrations and wet chemistry—to deliver accurate, timely results.
• Document thoroughly in lab notebooks, spreadsheets, and quality systems; communicate any out-of-spec findings to production and quality leaders.
• Oversee the Quality Retain / First Sample Retention Program, including correct labeling, storage, tracking, and disposition.
• Maintain an organized, clean laboratory; track and reorder reagents and supplies.
• Complete routine instrument checks and basic calibrations (balances, pH meters, titration equipment); with full documentation.
• Participate in investigations and basic root‑cause analysis for nonconforming product; compile data and assist corrective actions.
• Audit in‑process inspections for method compliance and documentation; help address defects and elevate quality events.
• Embody safety first and support housekeeping initiatives across lab and plant areas.

Skills

Lab data interpretation

Documentation

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma / GED

Associate degree / chem coursework preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Help Us Protect Homes and Pools

At KIK Consumer Products, our purpose is simple: create products and brands people rely on to clean, sanitize, and safeguard their homes and pools. As a global manufacturer with 16 facilities across North America and teams operating in Canada, Europe, South Africa, and Australia, we bring trusted names like Spic and Span®, Comet®, Clorox® Pool&Spa™ (under license), BioGuard®, and Natural Chemistry® to life—alongside leading private‑label offerings. Guided by our “One KIK” values, we move fast, collaborate deeply, and make principled, fact‑based decisions.

Is This You?

• Do you enjoy translating lab data into clear guidance for production teams?
• Are titrations, pH checks, and methodical documentation second nature to you?
• Do you thrive on evenings, balancing multiple tests while maintaining calibration and retain programs?

The Opportunity

We’re adding a Quality Technician 1 to our 2nd Shift (Monday–Thursday, 4:00 pm–2:30 am), with overtime as needed. You’ll perform analytical and physical tests on raw materials, in‑process, and finished goods; maintain pristine records and retains; conduct basic instrument calibrations; and support investigations to keep product quality on target.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Apply approved analytical methods—titrations and wet chemistry—to deliver accurate, timely results.
• Confirm conformity of materials and finished goods to chemical/physical specifications and referenced drawings/specifications.
• Document thoroughly in lab notebooks, spreadsheets, and quality systems; communicate any out‑of‑spec findings to production and quality leaders.
• Oversee the Quality Retain / First Sample Retention Program, including correct labeling, storage, tracking, and disposition.
• Maintain an organized, clean laboratory; track and reorder reagents and supplies.
• Complete routine instrument checks and basic calibrations (balances, pH meters, titration equipment), with full documentation.
• Participate in investigations and basic root‑cause analysis for nonconforming product; compile data and assist corrective actions.
• Audit in‑process inspections for method compliance and documentation; help address defects and elevate quality events when required.
• Embody safety first and support housekeeping initiatives across lab and plant areas.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• High school diploma or GED (required); Associate’s degree or college chemistry coursework (preferred).
• 2+ years in a quality, lab, or QA role within manufacturing or chemical environments.
• Ability to interpret SOPs, product specs, drawings, and other technical documents.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word for data entry, trend analysis, and basic reporting.
• Excellent documentation habits, keen attention to detail, and comfort managing multiple priorities.
• Ability to work with fumes/chemicals while wearing PPE; stand for prolonged periods; lift up to 50 lbs with assistance.

Perks & Benefits

Competitive compensation; comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage; retirement savings with employer match; and Education Assistance to fuel your growth.

Our Promise to Candidates and Employees

KIK is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. KIK does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or uniformed services status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.

KIK is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application, or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the job, please contact Human Resources immediately.