QC Technician - Aqueous Polymers & Compounds (2nd Shift)

Role overview

Duties

• Perform titrations, solid and moisture determinations, color comparisons, pH, conductivity, water content, density, and viscosity tests.
• Perform special chemical and physical tests and instrumental analyses using FTIR, XRF, GC, HPLC, and GPC.
• Log and label samples; communicate results to production and report accurate results promptly.
• Read temperature charts and graphs and build an understanding of company products and chemistries.
• Follow written test methods precisely and use laboratory instruments to determine sample results.
• Use PPE, follow safety protocols, and apply chemical handling cautions from safety data sheets.
• Stock sample preparation and testing areas; clean and reset stations and equipment after testing.
• Report testing or equipment problems to the chemist and monitor laboratory consumables.
• Maintain batch tickets, reports, quality forms, and other records; prepare daily CoAs.
• Organize and manage sample-retain areas in the QC and grease and lube laboratories.

Qualifications and physical requirements

• High school diploma required; an associate degree in a related field is preferred.
• Strong chemical and chemical-hazard knowledge and good reading comprehension are required.
• Experience with SAP is preferred.
• Must be able to stand at a lab bench for long periods and be exposed to and smell chemicals.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds and gather samples outdoors or in plant environments with uncontrolled temperatures.
• Must pass respirator certification and wear a respirator as needed.
• Post-offer physical includes fitness-for-duty testing, a drug screen, and a TB test.

Shift and schedule

• Monday through Friday, second shift.
• Overtime is required from time to time based on business needs.

Workplace

• Work is on site; remote work is not offered.

Pay

• Pay is $22 to $24 per hour, based on experience and education.

Benefits

• Benefits after 30 days include medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, and paid time off.
• 401(k) contributions and matching are available upon hire.

Application

• A completed company application is required; a resume alone is not accepted.