Director of Quality Management

Van Diest Supply Company is a family-owned and operated business that distributes and manufactures crop protection products used around the world. We have been in business for 68 years and have grown to nearly 600 Team Members working in 13 states. At Van Diest Supply Company, PEOPLE MAKE THE DIFFERENCE. We believe people deal with people who a have sincere interest in their business and a desire to help them. We strive for a long-lasting partnership relationship with our Customers, Suppliers, and Team Members. We are a modern progressive company. Our Team Members have excellent facilities and equipment to work with. We have a fantastic Team of people who have made our success possible. We are always looking for exceptional professionals interested in growing careers and helping meet the world’s growing agricultural needs.

JOB DESCRIPTION: 

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Director of Quality to lead our quality assurance and control initiatives. This pivotal role will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining quality management systems that ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quality assurance, with expertise in LC Mass Spec, HPLC, and GC. As the Director of Quality, you will play a key role in fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence within our organization.

Responsibilities

• Works jointly with Manufacturing Coordinators in establishing and tracking objectives and targets.
• Manage the QA/Lab Technician teams to ensure effective quality control processes are in place.
• Uses various techniques to identify when, what, and how to measure projects and processes.
• Understands and enforces hazardous waste procedures according to company policy.
• Operates and enforces all company policies with the emphases on contamination prevention.
• Uses process mapping, flowcharting, and other visual aids to analyze processes and compare to written procedures, work instructions, and other documents.

BENEFITS:

• 401(K) + Employer Matching
• Health Insurance with Health Savings Account Option
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Employee Savings Program
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• FMLA

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Requires BS in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering, HPLC, GC, and LC Mass Spec experience a plus,   laboratory management experience a plus. 

CONTACT INFORMATION:  For questions, please call Personnel (515-832-8661).  To apply complete our application on our website (www.vdsc.com) or come to our office and complete one in person.  7:00 – 3:30.