R&D QA Technician

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Job description

Apex Systems has an immediate need for a R&D QA Technician with a premier client in Saint Clair, MO. For immediate consideration, please send you most up-to-date resume to Delanie at

The position of R&D QA Technician is responsible for providing support to the quality department and overall operations.

Position: R&D QA Technician, Food Production

Location: Saint Clair, MO

Reports to: Quality and Plant Managers

Position Specifics:

• Perform sensory, physical, chemical and/or instrumental evaluation of raw material, in process, or finished products following SOP and specifications.

• Expedite evaluation process and provide information to production and technical services.

• Assist in developing and maintaining raw material and finished product specifications.

• Assist in trouble shooting quality problems in production.

• Generate Certificate of Analysis.

• Participate in test panels.

• Maintain laboratory data, files and supplies, as well as maintaining databases.

• Calibrate equipment on a regular schedule.

• Assist with working on corrective actions of any customer complaints/issues.

• Follow all quality, safety and company protocols & procedures.

• Other duties and special projects assigned as needed.

Qualifications:

• Associates Degree in Chemistry

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a laboratory environment

• Analytical and problem solving skills

• Multi-tasking is critical to this position

• Take initiative and proactive attitude

• Ability to speak, read and write clearly in English.

• Ability to use and maintain lab equipment and computer skills.

• Significant amount of time standing, working at bench.

Optimum Requirements for Temp Quality Technician with possible progression to Quality Supervisor

Additional Responsibilities:

• Supervise and train Quality Technicians

• Assist in developing a Quality Management System.

• Analyze data for process capability and recommend next steps in out-of-specification investigations.

• Take the lead in trouble shooting quality problems in production and make recommendations on corrective actions.

• Assist with development of quality protocols and procedures.

• Assist with the development of test methods new to the company.

Additional Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or Food Science

• Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience in a laboratory environment

• Experience writing reports and presenting in meetings.

• Experience working with multiple departments (R&D, Operations, Management)

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or . - provided by Dice