R&D Technician II

Job title: R & D Technician II

Department / Division: Quality Control / Research & Development

Salary Grade: NXB_12

Salary Range: $26.90 - $34.82/hr.

Location: Ada, MI

What Do We Need

Amway is seeking a R&D Technician II to join our Incoming and Packaging Quality Control team within the Amway Research & Development division. This team, located at our Ada, Michigan headquarters, provides a broad range of quality assurance services and expertise, supporting Amway’s global Innovation, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain functions. This is a first shift, five day position

What’s Special About This Team

The QC Incoming and Packaging group is a dynamic team of 11 FTEs, and 18 contractors focused on sampling, testing, and releasing raw material and components in a high-throughput lab located on our global campus. This team works under the umbrella of the QC Department, which also includes Microbiology, Chemistry, and Records Review. This team works cross-functionally with partners in Research & Development, as well as Manufacturing and Supply Chain. The main function of the team is to assess and disposition raw materials and components in a timely manner to support Amway Manufacturing and Supply Chain Planning.

What’s Special About This Role

This role is responsible for supporting raw material processing in the lab’s lean cells. Additionally this person will support supplier COA issues (trade name discrepancies, missing test results, incorrect limits), partnering with suppliers to improve accuracy of documentation, and collaborating with internal Amway groups to improve specifications and testing limits/parameters. The role requires attention to detail, organization, and follow-through to ensure suppliers and cross functional partners support timely raw material release. This role works collaboratively with other QC team members and has potential to grow in responsibility with Fusion volume transfer upcoming.

Required Qualifications

• Associates or BS degree in chemistry, biology, Life sciences or related field
• Demonstrated ability to follow SOPs/test methods and reporting data
• Experience conducting experiments as needed and as directed by scientists
  
  

Skills To Be Successful In The Role

• GMP chemistry laboratory experience preferred
• Experience with QA Lab Systems preferred (STARLIMS, ETQ Document Control and Deviation Module and JDE Release functions)
• Attention to detail to follow test procedures, standard operating procedures, and safety protocol
• Document work, keeping accurate records and data analysis
• Excellent oral and written communication skill
• Ability to prioritize and complete work efficiently while meeting high quality standards
• Flexible team player, self-motivated, ability to be adaptable and to work independently and as part of a team.
  
  

This role is “Not” eligible for sponsorship.