Quality Testing Technician I-GMI

At Americhem, we don’t just manufacture materials—  we develop people. Join a team where safety, innovation, and growth are prioritized, and where your contributions directly impact product quality and customer satisfaction.

If you’re looking to build a career in quality and laboratory operations with a company that invests in your growth, apply now to join the Americhem team.

📍 Manufacturing Environment | 🕒 Night Shift | 💰 Competitive Pay + Shift Differential

• Competitive starting pay (based on experience)

• $1.75/hour shift differential

• 3 weeks PTO + 10 paid holidays

• Free uniforms

• Medical, Dental, Vision (eligible 30 days to first of the month)

• Company-paid benefits (after 90 days):

  • Short-Term Disability (STD)
  • Long-Term Disability (LTD)
  • Life Insurance
  • AD&D

• 401(k) with company match
  :

  • 100% match on first 3%
  • 50% match on next 2%

The Quality Technician is responsible for performing laboratory testing and analysis on plastic pellet materials to ensure compliance with customer specifications. This role involves using lab equipment, preparing sample formulations, and supporting product quality through accurate testing and evaluation.

You will work under the direction of the Quality Manager in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Perform laboratory testing and quality analysis on plastic materials
• Operate and maintain lab equipment safely and accurately
• Interpret and follow technical specifications and work instructions
• Troubleshoot testing or equipment issues impacting product quality
• Communicate findings and elevate issues to leadership as needed
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in quality and efficiency
• Maintain strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Support and follow all safety policies and procedures

Required:

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to work 3rd shift in an industrial/lab environment
• Basic math and computer skills

Preferred:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree (science-related field preferred)
• 1–2 years of laboratory, quality, or manufacturing experience

• Attention to detail
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting
• Time management
• Communication skills
• Critical thinking

• Manufacturing / industrial facility
• Exposure to machinery, moving equipment, and elevated noise levels
• Physical requirements include standing, bending, lifting

Respect - Our values start with exceptional people who can excel in our fast paced, results oriented, culture which values and rewards success through teamwork

Improvement - We build and retain long term value by constantly raising the bar challenging ourselves to make good great

Customer – Our world revolves around our customers who we strive to meet on their terms to gain inspiration and develop trusted long-term relationships

Innovation - Our legacy of creativity, integrity, and rich capabilities drive our innovation engine providing the spark for future success

The safety of our employees takes precedence over all other initiatives and considerations. All employees are required to comply with established safety protocols as outlined in our policies, procedures, and corporate communications. Following the COVID-19 outbreak, Americhem expanded its safety policies and procedures to include travel restrictions, temperature testing, and rigorous sanitation practices, as well as social distancing and face covering protocols.

This experience has taught us that safety practices are evolutionary in nature and will continue to change. All employees are responsible for complying with the most current safety practices as communicated by the Company.