dsm-firmenich

Senior Technician, Quality Assurance

dsm-firmenich

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Kingstree • South Carolina • United States

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Salary

💰 $22 - $25 per hour

Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Perform visual inspections of final products and materials to ensure compliance with quality, GMP, and specification standards.
  • Conduct food safety audits, support HACCP teams, and report compliance findings to management.
  • Inspect deliveries, coordinate with logistics, and represent Quality Assurance during third-party inspections and audits.
  • Work closely with packaging, logistics, and production teams to maintain GMP standards and address quality concerns promptly.
  • Follow safety protocols, including PPE usage, and ensure adherence to company policies for receiving and inventory management.
  • Support special projects and provide backup for other Quality Assurance functions as needed.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent, plus at least 3 years of experience in quality assurance or a related technical field.
  • Ability to work a 12 ‑ hour rotating shift (7 AM–7 PM), Monday through Sunday.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings to management and excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
  • Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods (up to 80% of the shift).
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Knowledge of cGMP standards and quality compliance practices
Benefits
  • Generous time off – 18 PTO days, 2 floating holidays, plus paid company holidays
  • Day-one coverage – full medical, dental, vision, and life insurance starting your first day
  • Strong retirement plan – 401(k) 4% automatic contribution + 100% match on your first 4%
  • Bonus – earn up to 5% of pay in performance incentives
  • Career growth – Competitive opportunities for salary increases, promotions, and ongoing advancement based on performance and development.
  • A community where your voice matters – it is essential to serve our customers well.
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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
strong written communicationstrong verbal communicationability to prioritize tasksability to present findingsteam collaboration