Quality technician-( Chemical Lab Technician

Quality technician-( Chemical Lab Technician) On-site | Full time | Mid-level (3+ years)

As technology leader in high voltage bushings, the Trench brand HSP drives the energy transition. HSP US in Charlotte will be the first U.S.

-based manufacturing plant of Trench Group. Starting operations in early 2026 the plant will manufacture dry‑type bushings (RIS/RIP) with voltages up to 800 kV for the North American market. It will feature full vertical integration and will house one of the most modern and high‑performance high‑voltage test laboratories in the region. Trench Group will invest more than $60 million in establishing a facility that will manufacture cutting‑edge technology to support the expansion of the U.S. power grid infrastructure.

As the Quality technician-( Chemical Lab Technician) (m/f/d), you will be responsible for defining and executing a best‑in‑class digitalization strategy across our global manufacturing network. You will drive the transformation towards fully integrated, state‑of‑the‑art Manufacturing 4.0 operations, leveraging ERP, APS, MES, manufacturing applications, and advanced automation technologies.

• Testing of in‑process materials and chemicals from machines, production process etc.
• Sampling of materials and chemicals for sending out to external lab testing
• Release of materials, chemicals, parts for unrestricted use in SAP QA11,
• Testing, evaluation of new supplier chemicals, materials as per specifications and international standards.
• Supporting R&D activities in Chemical Lab by testing, evaluating, documenting and making reports on results as per requirements.
• Maintaining of testing equipment’s, inventory in Chemical lab in good condition, calibrations etc.
• Process inspection of semi‑finished products as per applicable procedures.
• Perform process audits, ISO system audits, verifying quality check lists of process.
• Write non‑conformance reports, making root cause analysis, 8D reports etc.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor/manager
• Testing of incoming materials, chemicals as per the specifications and standards.

• Familiarity with using Instron universal testing machines, DSC (Differential Scanning Calorimetry), viscometers, analytical balances, is required
• Ability to analyze data and interpret data from the machines
• 3-5 years’ related experience in the chemical lab as technician is required.
• Ability to use mechanical measuring instruments, micrometer, vernier, tape measure, height gauge etc. is required
• Ability to understand and interpret international standards is required
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications Excel, Word, Power Point is required.
• Familiarity with non‑conformance reporting, NCR quality notifications in SAP or equivalent.
• Strong written and oral communication skills is required.
• This role will require learning new methodologies related to chemicals and materials testing.
• Must demonstrate a safety and quality conscious approach while performing work duties
• Associate degree or diploma in chemical technology or laboratory technology equivalent

• Be part of a greenfield expansion that shapes the future of high‑voltage energy transmission in North America
• Collaborate with global experts from across the Trench Group and network
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and development opportunities
• Contribute to sustainable infrastructure and innovation‑driven solutions in the energy sector

Trench Group invites applications from all qualified individuals and is committed to fostering workplace diversity. We provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process. If you require this information in an alternate format, need communication support, or need accommodation in applying for a posting and/or are selected for an interview, don't hesitate to reach out to us. Trench utilizes artificial intelligence in its job scanning and recruitment process to effectively find the candidate most suitable for each position.

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