Quality Control Technician

Plant:
Albany
827 Pine Ave
Albany, GA 31701, USA

Plant:
Albany
827 Pine Ave
Albany, GA 31701, USA

You can find Arclin everywhere. Our technologies make homes and transportation safer, help crops flourish, keep water clean, protect first responders and members of the military,and preserve the purity of essential pharmaceuticals. These vital, everyday products can't fail, and we’re here to give the world an extra layer of performance and peace of mind.

With ~4,000 team members across more than 30 global manufacturing facilities, we operate with the scale to make a global impact and the agility to solve complex challenges at the molecular level. Rooted in scientific discovery and innovation, Arclin’s materials redefine performance across industries - from Firepoint®’s patented intumescent technology that helps stall flames and save livesto the iconic Kevlar® and Nomex® brands trustedto protect those who serve,strengthen aerospace and industrial systems, and perform where reliability and safety are top of mind.

As we expand our mission‑critical materials portfolio and shape the next era of performance technologies, we’re looking for people who want to grow, lead, and solve the challenges others can’t. Together, we’ll advance the innovations that keep the world moving. Because at Arclin, our people are truly Vital Beyond Measure

Quality Control Technician

Join Our Team

Are you passionate about quality, precision, and ensuring products meet the highest standards? We are seeking a Quality Control Technician to join our manufacturing team. In this hands‑on laboratory role, you will perform analytical testing on raw materials, in‑process samples, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality specifications and customer requirements.

Working closely with Production, Operations, and Research & Development, you'll play a critical role in maintaining product quality, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and helping deliver exceptional products to our customers.

What You'll Do

Product Testing & Quality Analysis

Perform laboratory testing on production samples using established quality procedures and test methods.

Analyze products including coatings, powders, and specialty chemical formulations for:

• Solids content
• pH
• Conductivity
• Viscosity
• Specific gravity
• Moisture content (Karl Fischer Titration)
• Particle size (sieve analysis)
• Spectrophotometer/color analysis
• Temperature stability
• Conduct chemical testing including sodium hypochlorite dilution (ppm) and caustic concentration (%)

Evaluate test results and communicate any out‑of‑specification conditions to Production and Quality leadership.

Raw Material Inspection

Inspect and test incoming raw materials to verify they meet quality specifications before production.

Test materials including:

• Bulk tanker deliveries
• Caustic
• Fatty acids
• Bulk powders and micro prills
• Calcium stearate
• Talc
• Urea

Maintain raw material Certificates of Analysis (COA) database.

Laboratory Equipment & Calibration

Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment including:

• pH meters
• Viscometers
• Solids analyzers
• Conductivity meters
• Specific gravity equipment
• Karl Fischer analyzers
• Scales
• Thermometers

Maintain calibration records to support ISO and quality system compliance.

Laboratory Operations

Follow Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and established safety procedures.

• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and organization.
• Manage laboratory inventory and retain sample storage.
• Enter testing data into company quality systems and databases.
• Generate Certificates of Analysis (COAs) for customer shipments.
• Support investigations of quality concerns and assist with corrective actions.
• Prepare specialty products and perform product dilutions as needed.
• Monitor product viscosity trends and quality metrics.
• Assist Research…