This job was posted by : For more information, please see: Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Below are details on an open job. If the role interests you and you would like to be considered we encourage you to apply!nnThe for this position at Scotts/Hawthorne will generally fall between $26.45 - 35.85 per hour and is paid weekly. Scotts/Hawthorne will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location.nnWe are looking for a Quality Technician to join our Scotts Miracle Gro team in Channahon, IL!nnThe Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for completing shift assignments to support the Quality department in a safety and effective manner. Assignments include performing chemical and physical testing per approved methods; data entry and result reporting; completing line audits, material inspections, and completing other tasks as assigned by the Lead technician or department supervisor or manager.nnWhat you'll do in this role:nnExecution of chemical and physical analysis per approved methods and protocols. Interpreting results and advising plant operations on results and trends in the data.nCompletion of assigned tasks and responsibilities that include any combination of the following: record keeping, LIMS data, SAP entry, product release, instrument maintenance and repair, supply management, safety and operation training, sample collection, audits, and inspections.nSupport External analysis, R&D.nPerform housekeeping and safety and environmental tasks.nnWhat you'll need to be successful:nnHigh school graduate with three years of experience in a lab setting or with two years advanced training degree.nOne to three years of analytical chemistry and instrumentation experiencenPrevious experience with quality programs desirable.G.C, HPLC,ICP,AA, Leco, Spectrophotometer,Wet Chemistry Experience is preferred.nKnowledge of quality concepts and methods (GLP, ISO,GMP, Lean, Six Sigma)nKnowledge of general analytical testing methods, techniques and instrumentationnKnowledge of laboratory safety regulationsnKnowledge of fertilizer chemistrynAbility to make good decisionsnGood interpersonal skills with a customer service attitude.nAbility to use SAP softwarenAbility to provide preventative maintenance and repair to instrumentationnAbility to lift 50 poundsnnWhat we do for you (just to name a few cool ones):nnMedical, dental, vision, life insurance, holidays, vacation and sick time benefits available within a month of your start datenHealthcare navigation, advocacy and supportn401(k) company match up to 7.5% with immediate participation and vestingnAbility to purchase company stock at a 15% discounted price from market valuen$600 annual wellness reimbursement programnUp to $30,000 to help cover the cost of fertility treatments, adoption or surrogacynUp to 18 weeks of time away to support your growing familynTo view all of our great benefits, click here!nn* Eligibility for the above benefits may vary based on full-time/part-time status or additional factors.nnNot interested in this role? Stay up to date on future opportunities by joining our ScottsMiracle-Gro and Hawthorne Gardening talent communities.nnScotts is an EEO Employer, dedicated to a culturally diverse, drug free workplace.nnEEO/AA Employer/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender IdentitynnNotification to Agencies:nnPlease note that the Scotts Miracle-Gro company does not accept unsolicited re umes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement, and specific approval to submit resumes to an approved requisition, the Scotts Miracle-Gro company will not consider or approve payment regarding recruiter fees or referral compensations.