Quality Manager

Koch Agronomic Services (KAS) is seeking a new Quality Manager. Maintaining and improving product quality has become a key focus for success at KAS. We continue to expand our Quality program across multiple processes and capabilities. The compensation range for this role is $80,000 to $120,000 depending on skills and experience.

• This role has a preference to sit at our headquarters in Wichita, KS or at our R&D facility in Atlanta, GA but may be considered for remote eligibility as travel for the role entails 40%.

Our Team

As a Koch Ag & Energy Solutions company, Koch Agronomic Services is a leader in nutrient management, protection and plant growth. Our team brings a full spectrum of plant health and seed enhancement solutions, equipping farmers with the right tools to deliver yield results they can count on.

What You Will Do

• Prioritize direct engagement by learning about product quality and issues in the field and visiting our customers to learn first-hand about their needs and expectations
• Lead and manage internal and customer investigations of quality incidents, including problem solving, corrective action implementation
• Provide proactive communication to both internal and external stakeholders of results, status and actions of quality incidents
• Perform reporting and trend analysis on Quality Metrics and Key Performance Indicators
• Support Quality Leader with developing, implementing, and continually improving our internal Quality Management System
• Perform quality systems audits, including effectiveness and verification audits for manufacturing facilities, warehouse facilities and third-party sites
• Maintain quality-related documentation, including procedures, forms, etc., and ensuring proper record retention
• Support Product Commercialization Framework Projects
• Support the Compliance group by reviewing and providing quality documentation for domestic and international product registrations
• Contribute towards continuous improvement of company processes, procedures, and systems

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• 5 years of Quality Control/Assurance and Manufacturing experience OR degree in Sciences/Agronomics with 3 years of Quality Control/Assurance and Manufacturing experience
• Troubleshooting, data analysis, and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with SPC techniques and quality improvement tools (8D, Six Sigma, 6-Step problem solving, RCA, Minitab or other statistical analysis software)
• Experience working with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel 40%, mostly in the US with some international travel required
• Ability to wear proper PPE as required

What Will Put You Ahead

• Six Sigma, Lead Auditor or ASQ Quality Certification
• Agricultural or chemical industry background

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Hiring Philosophy

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Who We Are

As a Koch Ag & Energy Solutions company, Koch Agronomic Services is a leader in nutrient management, protection and plant growth. Our team brings a full spectrum of plant health and seed enhancement solutions, equipping farmers with the right tools to deliver yield results they can count on.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

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