QC/Product Specialist

Buckman International•Cadet, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Providing technical and general leadership for the Cadet Plant Quality Control laboratory and conducting when necessary, plant operator and shipping duties to consistently meet the customers' needs while at the same time maintaining a safe workplace, protecting our environment, and contributing to the overall goal of continuous improvement in all key aspects of our business.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or related chemistries
2-3 years
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Ensures Accountability - Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments
Plans and Aligns - Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals
Ensures Accountability - Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments
Action Oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm
Action Oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm
Financial Acumen - Interpreting and applying understanding of key financial indicators to make better business decisions

Nice To Haves

Experience with SAP and document control systems preferred

Responsibilities

Technical Leadership of QC Department
Accurate and timely documentation and reporting the supports manufacturing operations and decision-making.
Developing the QC portion of the Mfg. Services Department annual plan
Leading development of the QC portion of the Inc. Capital Plan for Cadet
Planning and recommending technical equipment for QC activities in the lab and plant
Achieving all KPM targets pertaining to the department & QC area in particular
Providing technical leadership in working directly with R&D in the effective implementation of appropriate product test methods
Assisting Engineers with Cadet Pilot Plant as needed
Ensuring Accurate Analysis
Monitoring & mentoring the technical work of all associates working in the lab
Developing effective training modules for QC and other associates working in the lab
Leading effective lab training sessions with all associates with responsibilities in the lab
Following management priorities and communicating priorities to others
Communicating progress on analyses to applicable associates
Timely reporting of results
Setting priorities when not given by management
Maintain Equipment
Running calibrations
Performing predictive and preventive maintenance on all lab and plant QC equipment
Repairing faulty equipment in a timely fashion
Maintain Adequate Chemical Inventory
Checking lab stock
Requisitioning/ordering
Making reagents and standards when necessary
ISO Documentation Support & Maintain Quality Certification Up-to-date and compliant ISO documentation across manufacturing sites.
Ensure all SOP files are current Files new SOP
Following specifications/procedures
Documenting according to specification/procedures
Keeping records up to date
Modifying documents as required
Attending and participating in meetings
Conducting audits as required
Keep a Safe and Clean Working Environment Operational continuity through effective resource and equipment management.
Developing and updating as necessary QC Safety Manual to meet or exceed Buckman lab safety guidelines
Complying with and enforcing safety and environmental procedures, rules, and regulations
Cleaning and organizing lab
Attending and actively participating in safety meetings