QA Lab Technician

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As a Lab Technician, you will test batches of liquid adhesive products for the transportation industry.

This position works a Monday - Friday, 8 hour, Third shift fixed schedule, with a 30 minute unpaid lunch.

RESPONSIBILITIES DESCRIPTION​

Your key responsibilities will be/what you’ll do:​

• Analysis of production samples for conformance with specifications using standard operating or non-routine procedures.

• Calibration and qualification of laboratory equipment.

• Perform routine maintenance on analytical equipment, as well as troubleshooting, with minimum supervision.

• Communicate results effectively to stakeholders and other interested parties.

• Data entry and process confirmation for raw materials and finished products in LIMS and SAP

• Support special projects as needed, such as method development, validation, or Gage R&R studies.

• Assist in quality investigations of non-conforming products. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma/GED

• Proficiency in Microsoft applications (such as Word and Excel)

• Excellent observational and record keeping skills with attention to detail. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a science field (such as Chemistry, Engineering, Physics, Biology or other sciences) or, 3-5 years of experience in a lab environment.

• Experience with or knowledge of laboratory equipment (such as: Instron universal testing machine, gas chromatographs, FTIRs, moisture balances, etc.)   

• Experience with lab-scale rubber mills and compression molding for preparation of test parts

• Familiar with ISO-9001 Quality System or equivalent

• Familiar with LIMS and SAP systems

In addition, successful candidate must meet the following physical qualifications, with or without accommodation:

• Willing and able to handle chemicals

• Willing and able to wear required PPE (personal protective equipment) such as safety shoes, hardhat, flame-resistant clothing, protective eyewear, and/or face shields, as required.

• Willing and able to complete work that involves occasionally reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching, repetitive motion and/or repetitive lifting and to lift approximately 20-25 lbs.

• Able to stand for extended periods of time in a laboratory setting.

• Able to handle and manipulate glassware and pipettes.

• Ability to perform basic math (add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals)

• Willing and able to work overtime, including holidays, weekends, and call-ins (sometimes on short notice), if required. 

*Relocation is not available for this role. 

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