Hydrofarm LLC is hiring a
Quality Technician

Job Description:

• Position Overview: We are seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Quality Technician to ensure the high standards of our production processes and products.
• Responsibilities:
  • Conduct thorough quality checks on incoming raw materials to ensure they meet established standards.
  • Perform regular and comprehensive quality assessments on production processes to maintain consistency and adherence to quality protocols.
  • Inspect finished goods to verify compliance with specified quality criteria.
  • Oversee and manage the labeling process for products, ensuring accuracy and compliance with quality standards.
  • Demonstrate expertise in change control, deviations, traceability, and other quality-related processes.
  • Write and update Standard Operating Procedures for quality control processes.
  • Work on regulatory standards such as TaMU to ensure compliance.
  • Maintain inventory of lab supplies and equipment, ensuring their availability for quality control procedures.
  • Train workers on SOPs and quality control measures.
  • Coordinate and send products to third-party labs for testing as necessary.
  • Support Research and Development initiatives by contributing to experiments, data collection, or other related tasks.
  • Assist in supporting regulatory tasks as required, ensuring adherence to industry standards and guidelines.
  • Keep detailed records of customer complaints and product defects for further analysis and improvement.
• Physical Demands:
  • Ability to lift and move equipment and supplies, sometimes weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Stand or sit for extended periods during lab work and quality control procedures.
  • Dexterity and physical coordination for handling laboratory equipment and conducting tests.
  • Visual acuity and attention to detail for precise analysis and examination of samples and products.
  • Ability to work in a laboratory setting with potential exposure to various chemicals and substances following safety protocols.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Agriculture, Soil Science, Biology, or Microbiology is preferred. Final year students in these fields with relevant coursework or lab experience are encouraged to apply.
• Proven ability to conduct comprehensive quality checks on raw materials, production processes, and finished goods.
• Knowledge of quality control processes, change management, deviations, and traceability.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to tasks.
• Experience in writing and updating Standard Operating Procedures for quality control.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards such as TaMU .
• Ability to maintain inventory and oversee lab supplies and equipment.
• Capacity to train and guide workers on SOPs and quality procedures.
• Familiarity with coordinating product testing in third-party labs.
• Knowledge and application of analytical chemistry techniques.

• This position offers an exciting opportunity for students in their final year of studies or recent graduates with a passion for maintaining high-quality standards in a dynamic and growing organization.
• If you meet these qualifications and are enthusiastic about ensuring product quality through rigorous quality checks and additional responsibilities, we encourage you to apply and become a valuable part of our team.