Quality Technician

Quality Technician

Akzo Nobel has been supplying innovative paints and coatings since 1792, serving customers across more than 150 countries. We sustain everyday life through sustainable solutions and aim to paint a better tomorrow.

As Quality Technician, you will coordinate the collection of random samples from production batches/lots, perform complex testing processes, and use precise testing instruments to maintain product quality under established procedures.

• Must follow all established safety rules and procedures
• Must demonstrate integrity while performing duties as per company’s Code of Conduct
• Perform a wide variety of complex testing processes on production batches to measure product’s physical or chemical characteristics; tests include viscosity, weight per unit, flow, gloss, color characteristics (compared with standards), and others
• Maintain and calibrate test equipment
• Maintain records and charts for all products that are checked by the individual
• Record and report observations or test results in the appropriate QC card or file; data should be complete and written legibly
• Work with the QC manager, production staff, and development staff to evaluate production or field related problems
• Help identify potential causes of complaints
• Actively engaged in 5S activities and help sustain and improve organization in work areas
• Perform area housekeeping responsibilities

• High school graduate or equivalent
• 1-2 years technical or community college courses with emphasis on physical science and/or 3 or more years manufacturing experience in paint and coatings industry preferred
• Previous laboratory experience preferred
• Microsoft Office skills required (Outlook, Word, Excel)

• Near vision – ability to read labels and see details up close with or without corrective lenses
• Ability to read, comprehend and follow safety instructions and safety guidelines
• Must be able to score a 32 or lower on a Farnsworth-Munsell 100 Hue Color test
• Must have effective interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to multi-task and balance priorities
• Dedicated and committed safety leadership and presence
• Ability to work in a heavy manufacturing environment with exposure to chemical agents
• Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time
• Operation and control – Ability to use equipment to perform duties of job safely and effectively
• Mathematics – Knowledge of basic math including adding, subtracting, multiplication, division, fractions and measurements
• Operation Monitoring – Ability to watch gauges, dials, or display screens to ensure proper operation of equipment

The physical demands described in the essential qualifications are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment characteristics described in the essential qualifications are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 401K retirement savings with a 6% company match
• Medical insurance with HSA
• Generous vacation, sick, and holiday pay
• Short & Long-term disability
• Active Diversity & Inclusion Networks
• Employee referral plan
• Employee appreciation days

We are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best selves. We embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, setting the foundations for a diverse environment. We train and educate our hiring managers on unconscious bias to be mindful of it and take corrective actions when applicable.

All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability.