Quality Assurance Technician

Diamond Pet Foods is a family-owned business with their roots starting out in the mid-west since 1970.
We are a leading manufacturer of premium pet food.
At Diamond, we believe every pet, from purebred show animal to shelter puppy or kitten, is worthy of the best nutrition.
We also believe every pet owner deserves a great value.
We currently have 7 plants located within the United States.
Our Frontenac, Kansas facility is now accepting applications for a Full-Time Quality Control Technician position for night shift.
This is a 12 hour shift from 6:00 am to 6:20 pm.
Competitive wages and excellent benefits.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid vacation/sick, paid holidays, paid life and AD&D insurance, boot vouchers, safety bonus', and 401k, profit sharing among others.
Medical insurance is fully company paid! POSITION SUMMARY - The Quality Assurance Technician has responsibility for the chemical and physical testing of incoming materials, packaging, and finished product to assure compliance with quality requirements and regulatory guidelines.
Data is interpreted and effectively communicated to plant personnel in order to assure process control.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Collect and analyze ingredients and product samples Interpret, communicate, and enter test data in an effective, accurate and timely manner Effectively operate and maintain laboratory equipment Responsible for plant-wide cleanup functions Verify critical Quality and Food Safety tasks as they are completed to ensure compliance Actively support all plant goals and objectives including Quality, Safety, and Production Follow all company Safety Rules and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) Produce high quality products in a safe and healthful manner Assigned shift attendance is required Ability to work as part of a team and assist fellow employees as needed QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties and functions of the position.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High School diploma or GED Knowledge of wet chemistry testing equipment and techniques and knowledge of product attributes and specifications is preferred Fundamental knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices and Statistical Process Control is preferred Production, plant, and laboratory safety awareness is preferred Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Independent judgment and decision-making skills Ability to work in a dynamic environment with an emphasis on flexibility and positive response to changing business needs Computer skills including, but not limited to, data entry LANGUAGE SKILLS Must be able to read and write English Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, GMP's, and general instructions Good communication skills are required PHYSICAL DEMANDS Be able to lift 50 pounds on a routine basis Push/Pull up to 100 pounds on a routine basis Be able to climb and work in extreme heat or cold and on scaffolding at very high elevations