Quality Control Tech 3rd shift-St. Louis. MO.

Key Responsibilities

• Sample and test raw materials and approve/reject based upon the results.
• If reject, let Production and Purchasing know immediately. Also, report the reject in writing to Purchasing.
• Retest raw materials when needed and approve/reject based upon the results.
• If reject, let Production and Purchasing know immediately. Also, report the reject in writing to Purchasing.
• Obtain and maintain Kosher certifications, specification sheets, MSDS, nutrient information, allergen claims for raw materials, and certificates of analysis when required by specifications.
• Test potential suppliers’ samples of current raw materials and report results to Purchasing.
• Prepare and maintain raw material specification sheets.
• Ensure adherence to all management systems including, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 and FSSC 22000, with an understanding of dsm-firmenich’s Quality and Environmental Policies and Procedures.
• Responsible that these policies and procedures are implemented throughout the organization and all related activities under the position’s jurisdiction.
• Test finished products and approve/reject based upon the results.
• If reject, determine if batch can be salvaged or not. If it can be salvaged, inform Production what can be done to salvage the batch. If it cannot be salvaged, inform Production how to dispose of the batch in writing.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in food science, biology, or chemistry is required.
• At the discretion of management, the degree requirement may be waived if there is sufficient knowledge and experience.
• Incumbent must possess good communication skills and basic PC knowledge (including MS Word and MS Excel).
• Must possess good communication skills as well as excellent organizational, computer, and analytical skills.
• Computer Proficiency in all MS Office Software Applications including MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint.

Skills

• Self-motivated, self-starting team-player with good interpersonal skills; ability to maintain positive relations & act courteous/respectful of others.

Benefits

• Annual incentive pay
• Retirement savings plan
• Health care coverage
• Paid time off
• Recognition programs
• A broad range of other benefits

Pay

• Hourly range: $26.00-$27.00

Schedule

• Third shift

About the Role

We are currently seeking a Quality Control (QC) Technician. In this role, you will be responsible for sampling, testing, and documenting the status of all incoming raw materials and finished products. You will also support production processes, manage inventory of laboratory and related supplies, and ensure equipment is properly maintained. Additionally, you will keep all documentation up to date, including specification sheets, Safety Data Sheets (SDS/MSDS), Kosher certifications, and nutritional information for both raw materials and finished products.

Requirements

Your key responsibilities include sampling and testing raw materials, obtaining and maintaining certifications, preparing and maintaining specification sheets, ensuring adherence to management systems, testing finished products, and disposing of rejected batches.

Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in food science, biology, or chemistry is required. At the discretion of management, the degree requirement may be waived if there is sufficient knowledge and experience. Incumbent must possess good communication skills and basic PC knowledge (including MS Word and MS Excel). Must possess good communication skills as well as excellent organizational, computer, and analytical skills. Computer proficiency in all MS Office Software Applications including MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint.

Skills

Self-motivated, self-starting team-player with good interpersonal skills; ability to maintain positive relations & act courteous/respectful of others.

Benefits

Annual incentive pay, retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs, and a broad range of other benefits.

Pay

Hourly range: $26.00-$27.00

Schedule

Third shift

About Dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them. Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life. From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere. And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future. Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.