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Overview

We're hiring! Kemin is seeking a Quality Assistant to join our team. The primary function of the Quality Assistant is to provide product support to Operations and external customers through a variety of analytical chemistry and wet chemistry activities. This includes sampling raw materials, chemical analysis, instrument maintenance and troubleshooting, and project reporting.  This also includes communication with Operations and Customer Service to ensure customer satisfaction.

Join the Kemin Team and Transform Lives!

We are a privately held, family-owned-and-operated global biotechnology company driven by curiosity and committed to transforming the quality of life for people, pets, and the planet.

 

We create solutions that strengthen health and wellbeing, provide nutrition and immune support for pets and production animals, safeguard the planet's natural resources, and protect the global food supply chain for generations to come.

 

We supply over 500 specialty ingredients for various industries, including human and animal health and nutrition, pet food, aquaculture, nutraceutical, food technologies, crop technologies, textiles, biofuels, and animal vaccines.

 

We employ 3,500 global employees and operations in 90 countries, including manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Brazil, China, Egypt, India, Italy, San Marino, Singapore, South Africa, and the United States.

As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial, physical, and professional well-being:

• Competitive Financial Package: Enjoy a rewarding salary, uncapped bonus opportunities, a 401k match program, and generous paid vacation and holidays.
• Health and Wellness Support: Stay fit and healthy with our fitness reimbursement for the whole family, access to an on-site fitness center, a restaurant offering seasonal fresh food options, and free fresh fruit in break areas.
• Career Development and Advancement: Unlock your potential with opportunities for growth and development throughout your entire career.
• Continued Learning Opportunities: Grow your skills with our in-house learning platforms, offering thousands of training resources both live and online, and take advantage of tuition reimbursement for external post-secondary pursuits.
• Service Opportunities: Make a positive impact with paid time off for service, partnerships with The World Food Programme and Habitat for Humanity, and local community initiatives.

Responsibilities

• May collect samples, prepare shipments and inspect raw materials and finished goods.
• May test raw materials as applicable.
• Must follow all procedures and SOPs and assist with updates.
• Must maintain proper quality documentation.
• Support Change Management process, as necessary.
• Daily data entry into M3 and LIMs, as applicable.
• Report any nonconformities by following applicable SOPs.
• Send out supplier evaluation samples, as applicable.
• Must follow good lab procedures, safety, etc.
• Must work closely with cross functional teams (including Operations, R&D, and other quality groups.)

Qualifications

• Education and Experience:
  • High School Diploma with two years of related experience OR
  • Associates Degree in a Science related field
• Previous manufacturing, warehouse, inventory, inspection or other related experience preferred.
• Must have and maintain an insurable driving record.
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Must have basic computer skills, including MS Office
• Ability to operate, troubleshoot, perform maintenance, instruct, and perform method validation on lab equipment
• Ability to interact well with others in a team environment
• Must have basic math skills 

We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed/religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status (where applicable), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy/childbirth/breastfeeding or related conditions, age (40+), disability (including the use of a service animal), genetic information, marital status, familial or caregiver status, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, reproductive health decisionmaking, and any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also prohibit retaliation for raising concerns or participating in an EEO process. Applicants who need a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview can email TalentAcquisition.US@Kemin.com.

A post-offer background check and drug screen is required.  Additional pre-employment requirements may be necessary based on position.

Kemin is a drug-free and tobacco-free campus. 

Employment Type: FULL_TIME