Quality improvement specialist Jobs in Joliet, IL

Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Below are details on an open job. If the role interests you and you would like to be considered we encourage you to apply!

This hourly role follows the Scotts / Hawthorne step pay progression scale and typically starts at $24.90 per hour and is paid weekly. Scotts / Hawthorne will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location.

The Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for completing shift assignments to support the Quality department in a safety and effective manner. Assignments include performing chemical and physical testing per approved methods; data entry and result reporting; completing line audits, material inspections, and completing other tasks as assigned by the Lead technician or department supervisor or manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Execution of chemical and physical analysis per approved methods and protocols. Interpreting results and advising plant operations on results and trends in the data.
• Completion of assigned tasks and responsibilities that include any combination of the following : record keeping, LIMS data, SAP entry, product release, instrument maintenance and repair, supply management, safety and operation training, sample collection, audits, and inspections.
• Support External analysis, R&D
• Perform housekeeping and safety and environmental tasks

Job Requirements

Knowledge

Skills and Abilities / Competencies :

What we do for you (just to name a few cool ones) :

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, holidays, vacation and sick time benefits available within a month of your start date

Healthcare navigation, advocacy and support

401(k) company match up to 7.5% with immediate participation and vesting

Ability to purchase company stock at a 15% discounted price from market value

$600 annual wellness reimbursement program

Up to $30,000 to help cover the cost of fertility treatments, adoption or surrogacy

Up to 18 weeks of time away to support your growing family

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Notification to Agencies :

Please note that the Scotts Miracle-Gro company does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement, and specific approval to submit resumes to an approved requisition, the Scotts Miracle-Gro company will not consider or approve payment regarding recruiter fees or referral compensations.