Quality Manager

Your Job

Koch Agronomic Services (KAS) is seeking a new Quality Manager.

Maintaining and improving product quality has become a key focus for success at KAS.

We continue to expand our Quality program across multiple processes and capabilities.

The compensation range for this role is $80,000 to $120,000 depending on skills and experience.



*This role has a preference to sit at our headquarters in Wichita, KS or at our R&D facility in Atlanta, GA but may be considered for remote eligibility as travel for the role entails 40%.

Our Team

As a Koch Ag & Energy Solutions company, Koch Agronomic Services is a leader in nutrient management, protection and plant growth.

Our team brings a full spectrum of plant health and seed enhancement solutions, equipping farmers with the right tools to deliver yield results they can count on.

What You Will Do



* Prioritize direct engagement by learning about product quality and issues in the field and visiting our customers to learn first-hand about their needs and expectations


* Lead and manage internal and customer investigations of quality incidents, including problem solving, corrective action implementation


* Provide proactive communication to both internal and external stakeholders of results, status and actions of quality incidents


* Perform reporting and trend analysis on Quality Metrics and Key Performance Indicators


* Support Quality Leader with developing, implementing, and continually improving our internal Quality Management System


* Perform quality systems audits, including effectiveness and verification audits for manufacturing facilities, warehouse facilities and third-party sites


* Maintain quality-related documentation, including procedures, forms, etc., and ensuring proper record retention


* Support Product Commercialization Framework Projects


* Support the Compliance group by reviewing and providing quality documentation for domestic and international product registrations


* Contribute towards continuous improvement of company processes, procedures, and systems

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)


* 5+ years of Quality Control/Assurance and Manufacturing experience OR degree in Sciences/Agronomics with 3+ years of Quality Control/Assurance and Manufacturing experience


* Troubleshooting, data analysis, and problem-solving skills


* Familiarity with SPC techniques and quality improvement tools (8D, Six Sigma, 6-Step problem solving, RCA, Minitab or other statistical analysis software)


* Experience working with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Physical Requirements


* Ability to travel 40%, mostly in the US with some international travel required


* Ability to wear proper PPE as required

What Will Put You Ahead


* Six Sigma, Lead Auditor or ASQ Quality Certification


* Agricultural or chemical industry background

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