Qc Technician

JOB SUMMARY 

To conduct chemical analysis and evaluations of finished products and develop methods and procedures to test and enforce quality standards of raw materials used in production.

  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Conduct routine chemical/physical analyses of in-process materials, raw materials, environmental samples, finished goods, or stability samples.
• Interpret test results, compare them to established specifications and control limits, and make recommendations for release or correction.
• Participate in out-of-specification and failure investigations and recommend corrective actions.
• Update and maintain QC Database and sample retain inventory.
• Calibrate, validate, or maintain laboratory equipment.
• Inspect select raw materials.
• Participate in internal assessments and audits as required.
• Ensure that lab cleanliness and safety standards are maintained.
• All other duties as assigned to meet company goals.

This position is for the 3rd shift, (11pm to 7:30am), Sunday-Thursday.  It is a perfect opportunity for a student looking to start a rewarding career in the chemical manufacturing insdustry.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, statistics, and their applications.
• Chemistry - Knowledge of basic chemical concepts.
• Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Written/Oral Expression - The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing/speech so others will understand.
• Organization - Ability to efficiently prioritize sample testing to limit production delays.

COMPETENCIES

• Attention to Detail - Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
• Adaptability/Flexibility - Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
• Analytical Thinking - Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
• Independence - Job requires guiding oneself with little or no supervision.
• Stress Tolerance - Job requires the ability to adapt responsively to frequent changes in priorities and deadlines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Requires standing, walking with intermittent sitting at desk.
• Reach with hands or arms, push or pull, lift 50-60 pounds, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crouch.
• Ability to speak clearly, communicating effectively, and visual & auditory acuity required.
• Repetitive use of hands to type or finger objects or controls required.

WORKING CONDITION & ENVIRONMENT

• Typical lab conditions working with a variety of chemicals.

 TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS

• Enterprise resource planning ERP software – Microsoft Dynamics GP
• Office suite software - Microsoft Office 365 (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, Access)
• Document management software - Adobe Systems Adobe Acrobat

EDUCATION - CERTIFICATION

Previous experience in QC role preferred but not required. College degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Sciences, Statistics, or related field is preferred.