Sr. Quality Assurance Specialist

Overview

We're hiring! Kemin is seeking a Senior Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team in Des Moines, Iowa. This role will be actively involved in the development and execution of the Quality Management System including customer complaint management, root cause investigation, CAPA implementation, and toller monitoring.  The ideal candidate will have three years of experience in these areas, along with a Bachelor's Degree in a Science related field. 

We Are Kemin  

We are visionaries who see things differently and are inspired by the world around us.   

We have been dedicated to using applied science to improve the quality of life for over half a century.    

We are a global ingredient manufacturer that strives to sustainably transform the quality of life every day for 80 percent of the world with its products and services.   

For over half a century, Kemin has been dedicated to using applied science to address industry challenges and offer product solutions to customers in more than 120 countries. Kemin provides ingredients to feed a growing population with its commitment to the quality, safety and efficacy of food, feed and health-related products to customers around the world.    

Established in 1961, Kemin is a privately held, family-owned-and-operated company with more than 2,800 global employees and operations in 90 countries, including manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Brazil, China, India, Italy, Russia, San Marino, Singapore, South Africa and the United States. 

As a Kemin team member, you’ll receive…  

• A competitive financial package- in addition to your salary, we offer an uncapped bonus opportunity, 401k match program, and paid vacation and holidays. 
• Robust health and wellness support- we are proud to offer a fitness reimbursement (for your whole family!), an on-site fitness center, restaurant with seasonal fresh food options (and the ability to order food to bring home), and free fresh fruit in break areas- to name a few.  
• Continued learning opportunities- Kemin offers tuition reimbursement and recently launched a new corporate university with online and in-person training opportunities for growth and development throughout your entire career.  
• The chance to give back to our world- Through our foundation of servant leadership, we are proud to offer ample service opportunities, including paid time off to do so. Kemin has a valued corporate partnership with both The World Food Programme and Habitat for Humanity, in addition to many local initiatives. 
• Opportunities to support our valued educators- Kemin is a proud sponsor of the Iowa Governor's Stem Advisory Council where we fund annual teacher's awards. In addition, we have a robust internship and externship program, and frequently host student tours. 

Responsibilities

• Independently lead internal audit(s), report findings, and corrective action(s), as necessary.
• Determine internal audit schedule.
• Participate in external audit(s), with minimal supervision, as needed.
• Review Corrective Action/Preventive Action (CAPA) investigations and follow up, as applicable.
• Review and approve batch record reviews, as applicable.
• Must follow and aid in the creation of all procedures and SOPs/forms and assist with updates. Must maintain proper quality documentation.
• Review and provide input for customer questionnaires, as applicable.
• Perform Change Management tasks.
• Review raw material, finished goods, and packaging release, with minimal supervision, as applicable.
• Run reports, inputting and reviewing specifications as defined, as applicable.
• Perform lot tracing, as applicable.
• Investigate nonconformities, as applicable.
• Develop and maintain the Quality Management System.
• Verify documentation and follow up as applicable.
• Evaluate potential new suppliers, in coordination with R&D and/or Purchasing.
• Communicate with customers, under guidance.
• Responsible for training, as applicable.
• Contribute to reporting and deliver internal presentations.
•  Provide data to support strategic plan and/or budget, as requested.
• Must work closely with cross functional teams (including Operations, R&D, and other quality groups.)
• Follows and maintains an environment of food and/or feed safety in compliance with rules and regulations, as applicable.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience:
  • Bachelors Degree in a Science related field with 3 years of related experience 
• Must be able to work independently and as a team. 
• Must have a solid understanding and adherence to the Servant Leadership Philosophy.
• Must be able to use computer systems; MS Office, M3, LIMS, and Quality Management Systems.
• Must be a self-starter.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills. 
• Familiarity with SPC principles and practices.
• Ability to operate, troubleshoot, perform maintenance, instruct and perform method validation on lab equipment. 

A post-offer background check and drug screen is required.  Additional pre-employment requirements may be necessary based on position.

Kemin is an equal opportunity employer, and all reasonable accommodations will be considered.

Kemin is a drug-free and tobacco-free campus. 

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