Quality Control Warehouse Technician

About Pivot Bio:  

Fueled by an innovative drive and a deep understanding of microbiology, genomics, crop nutrition and agriculture, Pivot Bio is pioneering game-changing advances in fertilizer technology. Our first commercial product harnesses the power of naturally-occurring microbes, modern gene editing and application technologies to provide nitrogen to crops.  We are dedicated to providing new solutions for farmers to improve yield as they work to help feed the world’s growing population. Read/Hear more about Pivot Bio on Forbes or PBS News Hour.

Our Quality Warehouse / Lab Technician provides essential responsibilities that fluctuate with the seasons.  During the colder months, the focus is on activities that take place at the warehouse.  In the warmer months, responsibilities transition to a lab environment.  

Please note: This is a 3 month Temporary Position at our Creve Coeur, MO location.

Duties

• Lead the quality control activities in the warehouse to ensure adherence to quality standards. 
• Conduct inspections of incoming, in-process, and outgoing products to verify compliance with specifications.  
• Clean up finished product spills and leaks.  
• Release product in the inventory management system.  
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality control procedures and inspection protocols.  
• Train and mentor warehouse staff on quality control processes and best practices.  
• Investigate and resolve quality issues or non-conformances and implement corrective actions.  
• Work closely with warehouse operations, procurement, and logistics teams to identify and resolve quality issues.  
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, non-conformances, and corrective actions for reporting and auditing purposes.  
• Ensure the warehouse complies with all applicable safety and quality standards, including OSHA and other regulatory requirements.  
• Conduct regular audits of processes and procedures to identify areas for improvement.  
• Assist with inventory accuracy and proper handling of products to minimi