Quality Technician

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. If the role interests you and you would like to be considered we encourage you to apply!<br> <br>This hourly role follows the Scotts/Hawthorne step pay progression scale and typically starts at $20.25 per hour and is paid weekly. Scotts/Hawthorne will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location.<br> <br> <b>We are looking for a Quality Technician to join our Scotts Miracle Gro team in Vance, AL!</b> <br> <br>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.<br> <br> <b>What you'll do in this role:</b> <br> <ul> <li>Execution of chemical and physical analysis per approved methods and protocols. Interpreting results and advising plant operations on results and trends in the data.</li> <li>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.<br></li> <li>Support External analysis, R&D.<br></li> <li>Perform housekeeping and safety and environmental tasks.<br></li></ul> <br> <b>What you'll need to be successful:</b> <br> <ul> <li>High school graduate with three years of experience in a lab setting or with two years advanced training degree.</li> <li>One to three years of analytical chemistry and instrumentation experience</li> <li>Previous experience with quality programs desirable.G.C, HPLC,ICP,AA, Leco, Spectrophotometer,Wet Chemistry Experience is preferred.<br></li> <li>Knowledge of quality concepts and methods (GLP, ISO,GMP, Lean, Six Sigma)</li> <li>Knowledge of general analytical testing methods, techniques and instrumentation</li> <li>Knowledge of laboratory safety regulations</li> <li>Knowledge of fertilizer chemistry</li> <li>Ability to make good decisions</li> <li>Good interpersonal skills with a customer service attitude.</li> <li>Ability to use SAP software</li> <li>Ability to provide preventative maintenance and repair to instrumentation</li> <li>Ability to lift 50 pounds</li></ul> <br> <b>What we do for you (just to name a few cool ones):</b> <br> <ul> <li>Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, holidays, vacation and sick time benefits available within a month of your start date<br></li> <li>Healthcare navigation, advocacy and support<br></li> <li>401(k) company match up to 7.5% with immediate participation and vesting<br></li> <li>Ability to purchase company stock at a 15% discounted price from market value<br></li> <li>$600 annual wellness reimbursement program<br></li> <li>Up to $30,000 to help cover the cost of fertility treatments, adoption or surrogacy<br></li> <li>Up to 18 weeks of time away to support your growing family<br></li> <li>To view all of our great benefits, click here! <br></li></ul> <br>* Eligibility for the above benefits may vary based on full-time/part-time status or additional factors.<br> <br>Not interested in this role? Stay up to date on future opportunities by joining our ScottsMiracle-Gro and Hawthorne Gardening talent communities.<br> <br>Scotts is an EEO Employer, dedicated to a culturally diverse, drug free workplace. <br> <br>EEO/AA Employer/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity<br> <br>Notification to Agencies:<br> <br>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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YmJnZW5lcmljLjA3MTUzLjEyNTI0QHNjb3R0c21pcmFjbGVncm9jb21wLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">