Quality Control Chemist
About The Position
Verdant Specialty Solutions is seeking a Quality Control Technician to support product quality, process consistency, and operational excellence at our Palestine, Texas facility. This role is responsible for inspecting and testing raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods to ensure compliance with company specifications, customer requirements, and applicable quality standards. You will work closely with operations, production, and plant leadership teams to conduct laboratory testing, maintain quality records, support continuous improvement initiatives, and help ensure products are manufactured right the first time. This role is based on-site at our manufacturing facility.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum of One (1) year of manufacturing experience required.
- Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.
Nice To Haves
- Technical college degree or related technical training preferred.
- Chemical manufacturing or chemical industry experience strongly preferred.
- Experience working within a quality management system and regulated manufacturing environment preferred.
- Experience with laboratory testing equipment, analytical instrumentation, and quality control processes is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Conduct visual, dimensional, and laboratory testing of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods.
- Perform quality inspections and verify compliance with product specifications and established standards.
- Document test results, calibration records, certificates of analysis (COAs), and quality data accurately.
- Identify, document, and report non-conforming materials or products.
- Support the Quality Management System (QMS) and compliance with ISO 9001:2015 requirements.
- Participate in internal and external quality audits.
- Assist with investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintain laboratory equipment and support calibration activities.
- Monitor laboratory supply inventory and coordinate replenishment as needed.
- Collaborate with production personnel to address quality concerns and improve process consistency.
- Support Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) programs and plant safety initiatives.
- Participate in inspections, audits, risk assessments, incident investigations, and other compliance activities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
