LIMS Quality Control Specialist

Overview

Are you passionate about science and technology? Kemin is looking for a dynamic LIMS Quality Control Specialist responsible for configuration of our LabVantage LIMS system within the Quality Control laboratory. This unique role offers the exciting opportunity to blend scientific expertise with cutting-edge technology, driving innovation and efficiency in our lab operations. If you're eager to make an impact at the intersection of science and tech, we’d love to hear from you!

Join the Kemin Team and Transform Lives!

We are a privately held, family-owned-and-operated global biotechnology company driven by curiosity and committed to transforming the quality of life for people, pets, and the planet. 

We create solutions that strengthen health and wellbeing, provide nutrition and immune support for pets and production animals, safeguard the planet’s natural resources, and protect the global food supply chain for generations to come.

We supply over 500 specialty ingredients for various industries, including human and animal health and nutrition, pet food, aquaculture, nutraceutical, food technologies, crop technologies, textiles, biofuels, and animal vaccines.

We employ 3,500 global employees and operations in 90 countries, including manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Brazil, China, Egypt, India, Italy, San Marino, Singapore, South Africa, and the United States.

As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial, physical, and professional well-being:

• Competitive Financial Package: Enjoy a rewarding salary, uncapped bonus opportunities, a 401k match program, and generous paid vacation and holidays.
• Health and Wellness Support: Stay fit and healthy with our fitness reimbursement for the whole family, access to an on-site fitness center, a restaurant offering seasonal fresh food options, and free fresh fruit in break areas.
• Career Development and Advancement: Unlock your potential with opportunities for growth and development throughout your entire career.
• Continued Learning Opportunities: Grow your skills with our in-house learning platforms, offering thousands of training resources both live and online, and take advantage of tuition reimbursement for external post-secondary pursuits.
• Service Opportunities: Make a positive impact with paid time off for service, partnerships with The World Food Programme and Habitat for Humanity, and local community initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform LIMS Change Control process, to include updates to products, specifications, sampling plans, methods and other areas in LabVantage. Working with QC, QA, Ops, R&D, as needed, to complete necessary changes, verification of changes and transfer of changes to Live LabVantage system.
• Troubleshoot LIMS configurations related to COA and other errors and make necessary corrections. Develop and maintain troubleshooting procedures.
• Work with QC, QA, IT to setup and implement new functionalities in LabVantage which may include system validations and audits.
• Record and query data. Perform intermediate data analysis. Work with Ops, BUs, IT to develop and use tools such as Power BI for data reporting and analysis.
• Training for new LabVantage Users. Create and maintain LIMS related SOPs.
• Assist with lab software installations and troubleshooting, as needed.
• Perform various types of raw material and finished goods testing.
• Must follow and aid in the creation of all procedures and SOPs/forms.
• Must maintain proper quality documentation.
• Participate in internal audits, as applicable.
• Report any nonconformities by following applicable SOPs.
• Generate nonconformities report and communicate to stakeholders, as applicable.
• Assist with method validation process, method transfer, and method setups in LIMS.
• Must follow good lab procedures, safety, etc.
• 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.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience:
  • Associates Degree with 5 years of related experience OR
  • Bachelors Degree with 3 years of related experience OR
  • Masters Degree with 2 years of related experience 
  • A degree in a Science related field, Computer Science, or Information Technology preferred.

• Advanced working knowledge on lab software including LIMS.

• Strong written and oral communication skills.

• Must be able to use computer systems, including MS Office, M3 and LIMs, etc.

• Must have attention to detail.

• Must have project management skills.

• Familiarity with SPC principles and practices.

• Ability to operate, troubleshoot, and perform maintenance on lab equipment.

• Ability to interact well with others in a team environment.

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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