Quality Assurance Specialist

We're hiring! Kemin is seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team in Des Moines, Iowa.  The Quality Assurance Specialist will require a high attention of detail and excellent communicator as they will be responsible for maintaining our QMS programs.  

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 in more than 120 countries.   

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 Program 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. 

• Must maintain proper quality documentation.
• Assist or participate with external audit(s), as needed.
• Facilitate the Corrective Action/Preventive Action (CAPA) investigation and follow up, as applicable.
  
• Perform batch record reviews, with minimal supervision, as applicable.
  
• Must follow all procedures and SOPs/forms and assist with updates.
  
• May collect samples, prepare shipments and inspect raw materials and finished goods.
  
• Review raw material, finished goods, packaging release, and bring variances forward, as applicable.
  
• Running reports, inputting specifications as defined, as applicable.
  
• Investigate nonconformities, as applicable.
  
• Review and request supplier documents, as applicable.
  
• Pull and send reports as applicable.
  
• 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.

• Education and Experience:
  • Associates Degree with 5 years of related experience OR
  • Bachelors Degree with up to 3 years of related experience
• Must be able to work independently and as a team.
• Must be a self-starter.
• Must be able to use computer systems, MS Office, M3, LIMs, etc.
• Must have attention to detail.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Familiarity with SPC principles and practices.
• Ability to operate, troubleshoot, perform maintenance, instruct and perform method
  validation on lab equipment.
• Must have basic math skills.

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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