Manufacturing Chemical QA/QC Analyst

Role Snapshot

Join KIK Consumer Products as a Manufacturing Chemical QA/QC Analyst and help ensure the integrity of the home and pool care products families rely on every day.

• Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 6:00 am–4:30 pm
• Overtime: Additional hours as needed based on business demand
  
  

Your Impact

• Execute analytical test methods—titrations and other wet chemistry—per SOPs and project requirements with timely, accurate results.
• Verify physical and chemical properties of raw materials, in‑process, and finished goods against specifications and drawings/specs.
• Record data and conclusions in lab notebooks, spreadsheets, and quality systems; immediately communicate any out‑of‑spec conditions to production and quality leadership.
• Manage the Quality Retain / First Sample Retention Program, including correct labeling, storage, and disposition of retains and test samples.
• Maintain lab organization and cleanliness; monitor, order, and track reagents and supplies.
• Conduct routine instrument checks and basic calibrations (balances, pH meters, titration equipment) and document calibration activities.
• Participate in internal investigations and basic root‑cause analysis for non‑conforming product; support corrective actions with clear data.
• Audit production in‑process inspections for documentation accuracy and adherence to QC methods/specs; assist in resolving production quality defects; escalate quality events to supervision and Quality Management when required.
• Follow all lab and plant safety procedures; support housekeeping initiatives and PPE compliance.
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree or college‑level chemistry strongly preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in quality, laboratory, or QA in a manufacturing or chemical environment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, product specifications, engineering drawings, and SOPs.
• Competent with Microsoft Excel and Word for data entry, trending, and basic report generation.
• Exceptional documentation habits, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced setting.
• Comfortable working in an industrial environment with fumes/chemicals while using required PPE; able to stand for extended periods; capable of lifting up to 50 lbs with assistance.
  
  

Why KIK

• Competitive compensation
• Health, wellness, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Retirement savings with employer match
• Education Assistance for continued professional growth
  
  

Who We Are

We build and manufacture products and brands that clean, sanitize, and protect homes and pools. With 16 North American manufacturing facilities and operations in Canada, Europe, South Africa, and Australia, we support iconic names like Spic and Span®, Comet®, Clorox® Pool&Spa™ (under license), BioGuard®, and Natural Chemistry®. We are North America’s leading producer of store‑brand bleach and a top private‑label supplier of laundry detergent and additives, dishwashing products, general‑purpose cleaning, and other home care goods.

Our team of 2,300 professionals leads product development, formulation, strategic sourcing, manufacturing, packaging design, brand marketing, project management, quality assurance, compliance, distribution, and logistics—living our “One KIK” values to deliver for customers without compromising safety, ethics, or integrity.

Our Commitments

KIK is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. KIK does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or uniformed services status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.

KIK is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application, or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the job, please contact Human Resources immediately.

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