Division Information
The Pet Care business unit of Spectrum Brands is based in St. Louis, Missouri with distribution, manufacturing and sales offices throughout the US and globe. Owners of dogs, cats, birds, small animals, fish and reptiles rely on our brands for exceptional value and trusted results. Our industry-leading brands include Tetra®, Instant Ocean®, Marineland®, 8-in-1®, Dingo®, FURminator®, Nature's Miracle®, GloFish®, DreamBone® and SmartBones®.

Job Summary
Within the Quality Assurance Lab, the Quality Technician performs chemical laboratory analyses/reviews to ensure product compliance to quality standards.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform routine chemical analysis of raw material, in-process, and finished products in accordance with testing methodology/COA documents and cGMP guidelines with highest regard to safety, quality, cost, and timing.
• Perform COA reviews of raw material and finished to ensure microbial results fall within acceptable Food Safety guidelines
• Collect, prepare, ship and document product samples in accordance with quality assurance testing program and testing agency request documents.
• Perform daily calibration, maintain documentation and routine maintenance on laboratory instrumentation as applicable.
• Assist with laboratory investigations, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective and preventative actions.
• Maintain raw material and finished product retention samples.
• Maintain good laboratory practices (GLPs) ensuring safety and sanitation are key components of everyday tasks.
• Provide support to internal and external customers as needed.
• Report all OOS (out of spec) in a timely manner and aid in investigation and corrective actions.
• Preparation of standards, solutions, and media required for testing.
• Dispositions (release/hold) raw materials, in-process batches and finished goods for furthering manufacturing or final usage.
• Assist in preparation for compliance audits.
• Work as a team with other lab associates to achieve shift, department, and plant objectives
• Work under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Must have the ability to work collaboratively, multitask, and adapt to changing priorities and schedules.
• Provide support to manufacturing facilities as needed.

Education and Experience Profile

• Bachelor's degree in the field of science (Biology, Food Science, Chemistry, or Microbiology)
• Experience in a laboratory environment preferred

Required Skills

• High level of organizational skills
• Knowledge of laboratory operations, equipment, and safety requirements • Strong understanding of Good Laboratory Practices requirements
• Analytical skills
• Ability to work independently with little supervision
• Ability to think creatively and overcome obstacles
• Demonstrate strong multi-tasking skills
• Proficient skill level in MS Office Applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel.
• Good communication skills, both written and oral
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels within the organization

Work Environment

• Chemical Laboratory

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job/classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Spectrum Brands is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

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