Requisition ID 172805
Posted 04/24/2026
Quality
United States
Kansas
Topeka
Hill's Pet Nutrition
No Travel
On-site

No Relocation Assistance Offered

Job Number #172805 - Topeka, Kansas, United States

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!

Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.

Quality Technician - Chemist (3rd Shift)

Are you ready to play a critical role in ensuring the safety and quality of products that millions of pets and people trust? As a Quality Technician - Chemist, you will drive excellence by performing sophisticated analytical, physical, and chemical testing that directly impacts our site’s success. By mastering data analysis for finished products and raw materials, you will ensure we meet rigorous regulatory requirements while upholding the high standards that make Hill's Pet Nutrition a global leader in quality. You will be the frontline expert recommending corrective actions and maintaining the integrity of our food safety and GMP programs.

In this 3rd shift role (11:00pm–7:00am), you will develop your technical expertise while directly impacting the production of nutritionally superior pet food. For the first 2 to 3 months, you will work the day shift to fully immerse yourself in our processes and laboratory standards. Following this initial training period, you will transition to your permanent 3rd shift (11pm–7am) schedule.

Responsibilities

• Execute high-precision analytical testing and inspection of raw materials and finished products to ensure every item meets our strict Quality Plan and SOPs.
• Verify and document essential food safety data, including PCQI/COA verification, and ensure 100% accuracy of analytical results within SAP and digital databases.
• Maintain and calibrate advanced laboratory equipment (e.g., ICP, NIR, Karl Fischer) to ensure peak performance and reliability of testing data.
• Collaborate with third-party laboratories and internal stakeholders to resolve testing discrepancies and keep our quality manuals at the cutting edge of industry standards.
• Lead facility-wide continuous improvement projects and cross-train team members in statistical concepts and microbiological testing to foster a growth mindset.
• Audit testing results to identify trends, perform lab investigations, and support regulatory compliance for FDA, USDA, and internal audits.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific field (Chemistry, Biology, or Food Science preferred).
• Experience in an analytical laboratory within the food, consumer product, or pharmaceutical industry.
• Operational Flexibility: Ability to work any schedule, including weekends, and the physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in an analytical laboratory environment.
• Demonstrated experience with laboratory information systems (e.g., SAP) and advanced math/statistical skills for data analysis.
• Previous experience in the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry and knowledge of analytical method validation.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, facilitate progress, and communicate effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Proven track record of data-driven decision-making and leadership in a laboratory or quality setting.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary Range: $58,200.00 - $72,000.00 USD

Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.

Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.

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