Quality Control Specialist - Othello, WA

Are you passionate about ensuring products meet the highest standards of quality and safety? At SVZ-USA, we're looking for a detail-oriented and safety-conscious Quality Control Specialist to be a key part of our quality team. In this role, you'll play a vital part in maintaining our commitment to excellence by conducting precise qualitative and quantitative tests to evaluate the physical and chemical properties of our products-always ensuring they meet or exceed customer specifications

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, take pride in accuracy, and want to make a real impact in the food and beverage industry, we'd love to hear from you!

This is a full time, onsite position based in our Othello, WA. Standard working hours are Sunday thru Thursday, from 7:00am - 3:30pm, hours may occasionally vary depending on business needs and workload

Please note that this role may change to a 12 hour shift in the up coming months

Your Responsibilities:

• Monitor and report on product quality and inform Management of any processes which become non-compliant with specified requirements and ANY Safety, Food Safety, or Quality related issues.
• Assure compliance to the quality control program and specification by collecting samples and performing visual inspection and analytical testing including sensory of raw materials, in-process and finished products.
• Operates and understands the function of the laboratory equipment's
• Accurately enters all information into computer tracking system and completes all records
• Work with QA Supervisor to prioritize sample requests, prepare and send samples to outside laboratory for testing.
• Conduct testing to ensure quality specifications are met before sending out samples such as brix, acid, pH, color, and clarity.
• Maintain and order inventory of materials and packaging supplies.
• Work with other team members to support all laboratory activities including cleaning of work areas and equipment's.
• Provide technical support to production by conducting additional testing if needed.
• Perform other tasks as needed in order to assist in meeting company objectives.

Pay Range - $22 per hour - $24 per hour

The compensation range provided reflects the expected base compensation only and does not include potential bonuses, incentive plans, or benefits. An individual's final compensation offer will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to education level, relevant experience, training, and geographic location.

Your Profile:

• Associate Degree in food science or related field with at least one year of laboratory experience in food manufacturing environment. OR High School Diploma with a demonstratedtrength in math and science and at least 2 years of laboratory experience in food manufacturing environment.
• Highly motivated and has the ability to work multiple tasks with excellent results
• The ability to work independently towards expected results and adapt with changing work environment.
• Self starter and can work efficiently under minimum supervision
• Meticulous and detail oriented.
• Ability to work effectively with people in all levels and functions.
• Ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong and ask questions if needed
• The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Working knowledge of the computer systems.
• Ability to work flexible hours.

We offer:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage - Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans to support you and your family
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match - Plan for your future with company-supported retirement savings
• Paid Time Off - Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with PTO and 11 Paid Holidays
• Sick time- Is accrued at 1 hour for every 40 hours worked, in compliance with Washington State law
• Employee Engagement - Join our Engagement Team for fun events, volunteer opportunities, and ways to connect with colleagues across the company
• Dohler Academy: You have the opportunity to continuously develop your education further through internal and external training programs
• Supportive Culture - Friendly and informal atmosphere, family-owned, flat hierarchies, open communication, and helpful colleagues
• Meaningful Impact - Be an integral part of our business success and help shape the future of nutrition
• Empowerment - Unleash your full potential with opportunities to grow, lead, and make a real differenc

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