Quality Control Laboratory Technologist (Consumer Products)

Job Description

Job Description

Step into the Lab Where Clean Begins

Imagine starting your day in a bright, organized lab that powers some of the most trusted home and pool brands across North America. As our Quality Control Laboratory Technologist, you’ll make confident, data-backed decisions that keep every batch on spec and every customer safe.

A Day in Your Role

6:00 am: You’re calibrating balances, pH meters, and titration equipment so your measurements are razor-sharp from the first test onward. A quick check confirms lab systems and retains are in order.

Mid-morning: Wet chemistry and titrations are underway on raw materials and in‑process samples. You verify physical and chemical properties against drawings/specs, carefully recording every detail in lab notebooks, spreadsheets, and our quality systems.

Late morning: You spot an out‑of‑spec result, quickly communicate it to production and quality leadership, and help kick off a basic root‑cause review with clear, concise data.

Afternoon: You audit in‑process inspections on the floor to confirm test methods and specifications are being followed, assist with addressing quality defects, and escalate quality events to supervision and Quality Management when needed.

End of day: You tidy the lab, reorder reagents and supplies, update retain labels and storage, and document calibration activities—leaving the workspace safe, clean, and ready for tomorrow.

Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 6:00 am–4:30 pm, with additional overtime as needed per business need.

What You’ll Tackle

• Execute analytical methods (titrations and other wet chemistry) per procedures and project guidelines—on time and with precision.
• Test raw materials, in‑process, and finished goods for required physical/chemical properties to ensure conformance.
• Document findings, conclusions, and recommendations; promptly communicate OOS conditions to production and quality leadership.
• Own the Quality Retain / First Sample Retention Program—labeling, storage, and disposition of retains and samples.
• Keep the lab orderly; track and order reagents and supplies.
• Perform and document routine checks/calibrations on balances, pH meters, titration equipment, and more.
• Support investigations and basic root‑cause analysis for non‑conforming product and help drive corrective actions.
• Audit production in‑process inspections for proper documentation and adherence to quality control methods/specs; assist in addressing defects and escalate quality events when appropriate.
• Champion safety and housekeeping; follow all lab and plant safety programs and PPE requirements.

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree or college chemistry coursework strongly preferred.
• 2+ years in quality, lab, or QA within a manufacturing or chemical setting.
• Comfort reading technical documents, specifications, drawings, and SOPs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word for data entry, trending, and basic reporting.
• Meticulous documentation, strong attention to detail, and skill at juggling multiple tests in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to work around fumes/chemicals with required PPE; stand for extended periods; lift up to 50 lbs with assistance.

Rewards and Growth

We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including health, wellness, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Plan for the future with retirement savings options and employer match, and take advantage of Education Assistance to continue growing your skills.

About KIK

KIK Consumer Products is one of North America’s largest independent manufacturers of consumer goods—delivering products that clean, sanitize, and protect homes and pools. With 16 manufacturing sites across North America and operations in Canada, Europe, South Africa, and Australia, we support renowned brands including Spic and Span®, Comet®, Clorox® Pool&Spa™ (under license), BioGuard®, and Natural Chemistry®. We are also North America’s #1 producer of store‑brand bleach and a leading private‑label partner for laundry detergent and additives, dishwashing products, general‑purpose cleaning, and other home care items.

Our 2,300+ global colleagues power product development, formulation, sourcing, manufacturing, packaging design, brand marketing, project management, quality assurance, compliance, distribution, and logistics—guided by our “One KIK” values to deliver for customers without compromising safety, ethics, or integrity.

Our Commitment to Fairness and Access

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.

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