Quality Technician

Quality Technician We are looking for a Quality Technician to join our Scotts Miracle-Gro team in Groveland, FL! 2nd Shift! 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 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 successful: 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 of laboratory safety of fertilizer chemistry. 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 to lift 50 pounds.