Shift Quality Resource

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world. Join us in reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet.

About the role

The purpose of this role is to provide support to the Plant Quality Team by completing quality-related tasks, including testing inbound raw materials, sampling and testing in-process finished goods, compositing finished product samples for microbiological testing, and recording and organizing data. You will meet objectives to achieve Key Performance Indicators and fulfill internal and external regulatory requirements while continuously improving processes and procedures. Additionally, you will identify and report Food Safety issues to management and comply with Hill’s policies, safety standards, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and Food Safety.

A sign-on bonus and internal referral program are available: $500 after 90 days and an additional $500 after 180 days.

Responsibilities

• Complete routine analytical chemical testing while maintaining good laboratory practices and working safely.
• Analyze ingredients and finished products for specified analytes using approved lab methods.
• Assist with the following programs to ensure timely completion and accurate documentation:
  • Lab Equipment Calibration and Verification programs
  • Check Sample programs
  • IQ/OQ/PQ documents
  • Laboratory Training program
  • Lab Audit Checklist/Quality Practices
  • Laboratory Safety Audit
  • Laboratory Sanitation
  • Retention program of ingredients and finished products
• Organize data and results of finished product analytical and Positive Release programs to facilitate timely release of product in compliance with the finished product release SOP.
• Maintain reference samples for all finished products and ingredients, and conduct finished product packaging testing as required.
• Assist with completion of non-conformances, deviations, and waivers as required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year of practical working experience with Good Laboratory Practices, including a general understanding of safe laboratory procedures.
• Ability to provide support on all shifts, including weekends as needed.
• Ability to bend, stoop, twist, turn, stand for extended time periods, reach, climb, handle/use potentially hazardous chemicals, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to adapt to temperature and environmental extremes (e.g., hot to cold, dust, dirt, and chemicals).
• Standing on a concrete floor.
• Wearing proper personal protective equipment (hair net, beard net, bump cap, ear plugs, safety shoes, and uniform).

Qualifications

Preferred:

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Biology, or other science-related field.
• 1+ year of previous quality/food science experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Prior work experience in a college-level laboratory or a Co-op/intern experience in a lab.
• Familiarity with lab testing and/or microbial testing procedures.

Skills

• Computer application experience in Google/Microsoft systems.
• Planning, prioritizing, and organizational skills/project management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Problem assessment and problem-solving skills.
• Independent and teamwork capabilities.
• Proficient in reviewing and interpreting data.
• Excellent ability to multitask and prioritize duties.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to use relevant information and individual judgment to determine compliance with processes and standards.

Pay

Salary Range: $19.55 - $21.50 USD. Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
• Paid parental leave and disability coverage.
• Participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions (subject to eligibility requirements).
• Discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for eligible roles.
• Minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (prorated based on hire date) and 13 paid holidays for salaried employees.
• Paid sick leave adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws.