Quality Technician – Raw Material Processing
- Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Type: Contract
- Job #35451
Clover Consulting has a direct client in Grand Rapids, MI in need of a Quality Technician (Raw Materials) for a 6 months contract to start that will likely go for 3 years. This is an on-site role.
Role: Quality Technician (Raw Materials)
Term: 6 months to start – up to 3 years
Rate: $22/hr W2
Location: On-site in Grand Rapids, MI
Hours: 6:30am-3:00pm M-F
What do we need:
Seeking a Quality Technician to join our Incoming Raw Material Quality Control team within our Research & Development division. This team provides a broad range of quality assurance services and expertise, supporting Supply Chain and Manufacturing Groups.
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What’s special about this team:
The QC Incoming group is a dynamic team of 16 FTEs, and 11 contractors focused on sampling, testing, and releasing raw material and components in a high-throughput lab located on our global campus. This team works under the umbrella of the QC Department, which also includes Microbiology, Chemistry, and Records Review. This team works cross-functionally with partners in Research & Development, as well as Manufacturing and Supply Chain. The main function of the team is to assess and disposition raw materials and components in a timely manner to support Manufacturing and Supply Chain Planning.
What’s special about this role:
This role is responsible for supporting raw material trade name and location verification for manufacturing Raw Materials received on site. Additionally this person will support supplier COA issues (trade name discrepancies, missing test results, incorrect limits etc), partnering with suppliers to improve accuracy of documentation, and collaborating with internal Amway groups to improve specifications and testing limits/parameters. In addition, this individual will support lean cell testing in our incoming lab, including odor/appearance testing, taste testing, pH, Specific Gravity, Viscosity, Moisture, and IR/NIR spectroscopy. The role requires attention to detail, organization, and follow-through to ensure suppliers and cross functional partners support timely raw material release. This role works collaboratively with other QC team members and has potential to grow in responsibility with Fusion volume transfer upcoming.
Required qualifications:
• Associates or BS degree in chemistry, biology, Life sciences or related field
• Demonstrated ability to follow SOPs/test methods and reporting data
• Experience with QA Lab Systems preferred (STARLIMS, ETQ Document Control and Deviation Module and JDE Release functions)
• Attention to detail to follow test procedures, standard operating procedures, and safety protocol
Skills to be successful in the role:
• GMP chemistry laboratory experience required
• Experience conducting experiments as needed and as directed by scientists
• Document work, keeping accurate records and data analysis
• Excellent oral and written communication skill
• Ability to prioritize and complete work efficiently while meeting high quality standards
• Flexible team player, self-motivated, ability to be adaptable and to work independently and as part of a team.
This role is “Not” eligible for sponsorship.