QC Technician

 

Job ID:  507821

 

Talley Construction, A CRH Company, has been a trusted source for highway development and general contracting in the areas around Chattanooga Tennessee, North Georgia and Northeast Alabama.  For over 50 years, Talley Construction has established a reputation for quality and innovation.  We recognize that our success is directly related to the talents, hard work, and dedication of the individuals who have joined our family. At Talley Construction, we invest in our people, by offering competitive wages, benefits and the opportunity to grow a career.

 

If you’re looking for a challenging career with growth potential and commitment to being the best in the industry, come join our family!

Position Overview

This position is responsible to conduct test to determine quality of raw materials, bulk intermediate and finished products. This work is conducted under direction of the Quality Control Supervisor by performing the following duties.

 

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Conduct routine and non-routine analyses of in process materials, raw materials, environmental samples, finish goods and stability samples

• Calibrate, validate or maintain laboratory equipment

• Compile laboratory test data and perform appropriate analyses

• Complete documentation needed to support testing procedures including data capture forms, equipment logbooks or inventory forms

• Evaluate analytical methods and procedures to determine how they might be improved

• Identify quality problems and recommend solutions

• Interpret test results, compare them to established specifications and control limits, and make recommendations on appropriateness of data for release

• Investigate or report questionable test results

• Monitor testing procedures to ensure that all tests are performed according to established item specifications, standard test methods or protocols

• Participate in out-of-specification and failure investigations and recommend corrective actions

• Perform validations or transfers of analytical methods in accordance with applicable policies or guidelines

• Prepare or review required method transfer documentation including technical transfer protocols or reports

• Receive and inspect raw materials

• Review data from contract laboratories to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance

• Supply quality control data necessary for regulatory submissions

• Write technical reports or documentation such as deviation reports, testing protocols and trend analyses

• Coordinate testing with contract laboratories and vendors

• Develop and qualify new testing methods

• Ensure that lab cleanliness and safety standards are maintained

• Serve as a technical liaison between quality control and other departments, vendors or contractors

• Train other analysts to perform laboratory procedures and assays

• Regular and timely attendance

 

Other Duties

• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures

• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors and the general public

• Possess a strong drive to fulfill commitments

• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or superiors with other duties as required.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

 

Education/Experience

• High school or GED required