Quality Control Technician
KWS Group · Tangent, OR · 3 wk ago
On-siteProduct$24–$25/hrFull-time
Essential Job Functions
- Conduct tests to include but not be limited to germinations, purities, TKWs, sizing, x-ray, moisture testing, genetic testing, plantabilities, stress testing, sample preparation, sample retention and seed quality standards.
- Accurately create, update and follow Quality Control (“QC”) standard operating procedures (“SOPs”).
- Maintain all lab testing equipment.
- Data entry using multiple input tools.
- Train new/temporary employees on all SOPs.
- Develop, support and maintain respectful working relationships with all departments.
- Work rotating shifts as needed.
- Wear required Personal Productive Equipment as needed.
- Pull/Store samples and mix soil as needed (using a forklift).
- Ensure Company handbook, Rules, Guidelines and Procedures, and safety policies are followed and personal protective equipment is used correctly.
- Occasionally travel and/or drive and/or operate a forklift on behalf of the business.
- Meet attendance requirements.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Basic computer skills.
- Attention to detail and aptitude for multi-tasking.
- Ability to use forceps with keen eye for detail.
- Flexibility to work rotating shifts as needed.
- Ability to become forklift certified.
- Strong communication, organization and team leadership skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Proficient in MS based applications.
- Knowledge of seed testing procedures.
- Strong basic math skills.
- Demonstrated experience analyzing data.
- Valid driver’s license.
Work Environment
- Must wear required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) as needed.
- Work in high and precarious places and able to cover multiple areas including staircases safely and quickly.
- Able to work in varied environmental conditions (loud, hot, cold, dusty, damp, etc.).
- Flexibility to work rotating shifts as needed (including weekend, night shift, and holidays).
- Able to work individually and within a team setting.
Physical Demands
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
- The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms, and bend/twist.
- The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
- The employee must frequently lift and move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and move objects up to 50 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Our Offer
- Competitive salary ($24 - $25 per hour) and bonus system
- Health, dental, vision benefits
- Pension plan and 401(k) with employer match
- Flexible paid-time-off (PTO)
- Professional training and development opportunities
- An international and diverse team
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