Quality Control Laboratory Technician Job

Quality Control Laboratory Technician Job

Location:

Louisville, KY, United States

Employment Type:

Regular Category:
Production / Operations

Job title:

Quality Technician This Position Reports to the Quality Manager in the plant or lab.

Job dimensions:

• Ensure QC testing is completed per procedures and results are inputted into SAP accurately and within QC time window.
• When material issues arise (tested out of specification or process limits) elevate the issue to site management in a timely fashion.
• Actively participate in the NCMR process
• Participate as a member of HACCP/GMP/Food Safety Team Activities
• Comply with all laboratory safety requirements and maintain laboratory using good housekeeping practices
• Practice Safe work habits in accordance with OSHA, EPA guidelines, and Bostik specific EHS expectations
• Prioritize testing based on customer requirements or R&D needs
• Properly document and report testing data
• Sample preparation and management per laboratory procedures
• Complete necessary calibration, certification, and pre-use processes required
• Complete required sample testing using lab equipment (Viscometer, Softening Point, Gardner, etc)
• Manage the nonconforming material process flow (entry, assignment, closure)
• Actively participate in continuous improvement projects
• Perform other assigned duties to support Quality Services and other processes
• Review and report production data
• Retain management Plant equipment calibration, etc.
• Attend all HACCP/GMP/Food Safety meeting
• Conduct GMP and Glass inspections

Context and environment:

The job involves laboratory work that is time critical, without compromise to data integrity. Customers are relying on accurate representation of product and release on time.

Accountabilities:

• Data Accuracy / verification to ensure only material in specification is released for sale.
• On time testing to Release Dates
• Effective Communication when material may not get released on time
• Managing all Non Conforming Materials

Qualifications / experience required:

• Minimum of 5 or more years of Laboratory and/or Quality Experience required. High school diploma required. Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred, with preference given to chemistry, biology, or related fields
• Basic knowledge of statistics is preferred. Able to learn and understand basic statistics (Control Charting, SPC, Cpk, Cp, Std. Dev)
• Ability to self direct work and processes
• Demonstrate strong attention to details and display analytical skills
• Demonstrate competency with Microsoft Office suite
• Food Safety / HACCP Certification preferred but expected to become certified within 6 months of start