Quality Control Lab Technician

Quality Control Lab Technician

Your Job

Core Job Responsibilities: (These are the primary duties of the job, but the roles are expected to perform other duties as assigned)

• Demonstrate safety as a value by performing all job functions safely, while also complying with corporate policies and departmental procedures, to reduce risk and eliminate loss.

• Manages self in accordance with the Company values. Effectively achieve results that meet business and individual objectives.

• Perform quality tasks in and outside of the lab including finished product, water, raw material, personnel, and environmental microbiological testing.

• Participate in sanitization audits.

• Perform computer data entry.

• Create, review, and modify Quality work instructions and forms.

• Create and review records of the Quality Management System (QMS) using Good Documentation Practices (GDPs).

• Properly identify and react to quality issues.

• Flow to work to support quality team needs.

• Aseptically conduct microbiological testing in a timely manner.

• Keep testing supplies, quality lab, storage, and work areas organized, clean, and sanitized (where applicable) to avoid cross contamination.

• Receive and document receipt of quality supplies as well as retrieve, review, and record applicable Certificate of Analysis and/or Certificate of Conformance (COAs, COCs).

• Record daily testing and activities using software (LIMS) and in various logbooks utilizing GDPs.

• Perform verifications on calibrated equipment as needed.

• Assist in validation studies as needed.

• Conduct record audits.

• Maintain up to date knowledge regarding sector and facility converting and coform quality needs.

• Provide feedback to appropriate personnel regarding the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

• Have Operations shut asset down to correct immediate quality issues as necessary.

• Other duties as business needs dictate.

This role is part of Kimberly-Clark’s substantial investment in creating new jobs and expanding its capabilities to produce premium Diapers, Pull Ups and Adult Depends that are essential to millions of lives around the world, and right here in Maumelle, AR.

It starts with YOU.

About Us

Huggies®. Kleenex®. Cottonelle®. Scott®. Kotex®. Poise®. Depend®. Kimberly-Clark Professional®. You already know our legendary brands—and so does the rest of the world. In fact, 25% of people in the world use Kimberly-Clark products every day. We know that these amazing Kimberly-Clark products wouldn’t exist without skilled workers, like you. Here, you’ll use your skills to make some of the most helpful things for billions of people all around the world - all in a safe, stable, and caring environment. While our products support better lives for billions of people around the world, our company passionately supports the ability for over 45,000 employees to do their best work and enjoy life.

With manufacturing roles in 19 locations across the United States, there’s more than one way to create your future with our winning team. It’s all here for you at Kimberly-Clark; you just need to clock in!

Led by Purpose. Driven by You.

About You

Required Job Functions:

• Role model all Safety Requirements including Electrical Safe Working Practices, Hazard Recognition, and Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE).

• Adhere to all Quality Requirements including strict Gowning and Hygiene requirements.

• Strong Analytical skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to effectively influence others, possessing strong interpersonal skills, able to adjust communication style to different audiences.

• Ability to utilize problem-solving skills to determine the root cause

• Demonstrate initiative and self-motivation.

• Demonstrate managing time and tasks efficiently while maintaining an excellent quality of work

• Demonstrated performance in safety, quality, and attendance with previous employments.

• Capable of prioritizing tasks to meet goals and ensure product quality.

• Ability to develop a working knowledge of operational tasks required of Maumelle colleagues.

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to maintain a work schedule of 12-hour flexible shifts (day or night), including overtime, weekends, and holidays (will be expected to work overtime as business needs dictate)

• Must be able to wear the required PPE while performing tasks

• Must be able to lift 40 pounds twice each hour.

• Ascend and descend stairs, ladders and ramps.

• Perform bending, twisting, stooping and crouching movements.

• Understanding of GMPs

• Minimum of 18 years of age

• High school diploma or GED equivalency

• Legal right to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous micro laboratory experience at an FDA regulated facility and/or degree in applicable science field

• Previous LIMS will be considered a plus.

Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply

Total Benefits

Our manufacturing employees are some of our most important workers, our most loyal fans and our favorite people, so we take care of them really well. We’ve listed just a few of the many offerings that the incumbent of this role would enjoy, if hired.

Competitive Compensation with a starting wage range of $25.95 (with premium rates on Sundays) and available pay increases within your first year. You’ll also be included in our 401(k) and Profit-Sharing Plans.

Support for Great Health with options for medical, dental and vision coverage—and no waiting periods or pre-existing condition restrictions, you can start work with peace of mind on Day 1. You’ll also have access to an on-site Fitness Center and on-site Occupational Health Nurse and allowances for high-quality safety equipment.

Flexible Savings and spending accounts that let you maximize health care options and stretch your dollars further when caring for yourself or dependents.

Diverse Income protection insurance options such as Life insurance, Short and Long-term Disability insurance to help protect yourself and your family in case of illness, injury or other unexpected events.

Great support for amazing life choices. We know it takes time and resources to continue your education, adopt a child, relocate, or even find temporary childcare. That’s why Kimberly-Clark offers additional programs, reimbursements and stipends for the things that matter to your life, right now.

For a full overview of the many Benefits offered to Kimberly-Clark employees, go to www.mykcbenefits.com.

To Be Considered

Click the Apply button and complete the online application process. To prepare for the interview process, you can check out the Manufacturing Careers area on our website.

And finally, the fine print…
For Kimberly-Clark to grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that make life better for people all around the world. We actively seek to build a workforce that reflects the experiences of our consumers. When you bring your original thinking to Kimberly-Clark, you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position.

This role is available for local candidates already authorized to work in the role’s country only. Kimberly-Clark will not provide relocation support for this role.