Quality Assurance Technician At Scotts Miracle-Gro we think people are like plants....in the right place you will grow and flourish. Are you an advocate of making the world a more beautiful place by inspiring others, championing new ideas and being intellectually curious? Are you not afraid to roll up your sleeves and get your hands dirty? If so, then we want you as part of our Scotts family! We are looking for Quality Assurance Technician who will grow at our Orrville, OH faciliity. The 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. Key Responsibilities Execution of chemical and physical analysis per approved methods and protocols. Interpreting results and advising plant operations on results and trends in the data. Completion 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. Support External analysis, R&D Perform housekeeping and safety and environmental tasks Job Requirements High school graduate with three years of experience in a lab setting or with two years advanced training degree. Knowledge One to three years of analytical chemistry and instrumentation experience Previous experience with quality programs desirable.G.C, HPLC,ICP,AA, Leco, Spectrophotometer,Wet Chemistry Experience is preferred. Knowledge of quality concepts and methods (GLP, ISO,GMP, Lean, Six Sigma) Knowledge of general analytical testing methods, techniques and instrumentation Knowledge of laboratory safety regulations Knowledge of fertilizer chemistry Skills and Abilities / Competencies: Ability to make good decisions Good interpersonal skills with a customer service attitude. Ability to use SAP software Ability to provide preventative maintenance and repair to instrumentation Ability to lift 50 pounds COME GROW WITH US, WHERE THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER! Not interested in this role? Check out our other career opportunities and learn more about what its like to work at Scotts MiracleGro by accessing our Talent Network: SMG Talent Network The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (NYSE: SMG) is the world's largest marketer of branded consumer lawn and garden products, with a full range of products for professional horticulture as well. Scotts Miracle-Gro has helped to grow the nearly $7 billion global consumer lawn and garden market through product innovation, industry-leading advertising efforts and its trusted brands. The brands and products within our portfolio include: Scotts, Miracle-Gro, TomCat, Ortho, RoundUp, Bonnie Plants, Osmocote, Earthgro and Fafard. Scotts is an EEO Employer, dedicated to a culturally diverse, drug free workplace. EEO/AA Employer/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Notification to Agencies: Please note that the Scotts Miracle-Gro company does not accept unsolicited resumes 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.Quality Assurance Technician