Quality Technician

Job Description : 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! The hourly rate pay for this position at Scotts/Hawthorne will generally fall between $24.90 - 26.50 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. We are looking for a Quality Technician to join our Scotts Miracle Gro team in Brighton, CO! 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 data. - 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. - 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 instrumentation - Knowledge of laboratory safety regulations - Knowledge 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 instrumentation - Ability to lift 50 pounds What we do for you (just to name a few cool ones): - Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, holidays, vacation and sick time benefits available within a month of your start date - Healthcare navigation, advocacy and support - 401(k) company match up to 7.5% with immediate participation and vesting - Ability to purchase company stock at a 15% discounted price from market value - $600 annual wellness reimbursement program - Up to $30,000 to help cover the cost of fertility treatments, adoption or surrogacy - Up to 18 weeks of time away to support your growing family - To view all of our great benefits, click here! * Eligibility for the above benefits may vary based on full-time/part-time status or additional factors. Not interested in this role? Stay up to date on future opportunities by joining our ScottsMiracle-Gro and Hawthorne Gardening talent communities. Scotts is an EEO Employer, dedicated to a culturally diverse, drug free workplace. EEO/AA Employer/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Notification to Agencies: 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 ap rove payment regarding recruiter fees or referral compensations.Please Apply at: "noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"} Number of Openings : 1