(Archived) Quality Associate I

As a Quality Associate I, you will perform visual, mechanical and function inspection, analysis and/or testing for conformance with established specifications. Completes documentation, paperwork and data entry to support inspection procedures. Required Hours: 1st shift 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, Monday - Friday Exceeding customer expectations is one of our guiding principles at IDEXX. Our credibility as a company relies on our ability to deliver quality products to our customers on time and with no disruption to their business. IDEXX’s Worldwide Operations Team works to meet this challenge each day with a global network of distribution hubs and a focus on efficiency, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement. What you can expect in this role You will perform inspections, analysis and/or testing to specifications, requirements, and industry standards, using specialized instruments as needed. You will complete documentation, paperwork and data entry. You will collect and provide reports and data to management; and assist with completing surveys, audits and certification. You will maintain current procedures and SOPs; identify and recommend process improvements and new procedures; and assist in implementing changes. You will manage special handling requirements for hazardous material as needed. What you will need to succeed High School diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Associates degree or equivalent in chemistry or biology preferred. Regularly required to stand and sit for extended periods; extend and reach with hands and arms; and use hands, fingers to handle, squeeze, twist and manipulate objects, controls and tools. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Regularly perform repetitive bench work. Personal protective equipment and/or clothes required. Intermediate PC skills, preferably MS Office, SAP experience. Ability to read and comprehend correspondence, memos and SOPs. Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one and small group situations. Problem solving skills; taking initiative to deal with challenge. Must be able to manage time and priorities effectively and efficiently, and be able to work well alone, as well as in a team environment. Why IDEXX? We’re proud of the work we do, because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve, we follow our Purpose and Guiding Principles to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, to ensure safe drinking water for billions, and to help farmers protect livestock and poultry from diseases. We have customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 10,000 talented people. So, what does that mean for you? We enrich the livelihoods of our employees with a positive and respectful work culture that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery.   At IDEXX, you will be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement. Let’s pursue what matters together. IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and mstrongly encourages women, people of color, LGBT individuals, people with disabilities, embers of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.