QC Lab Technician

QC Lab Technician – Rochester, NY (Onsite)

Arxada is a global specialty chemicals business that’s committed to solving the world’s toughest preservation challenges through better science. With a proud history of innovation dating back more than a century, we aim to help our customers develop more sustainable solutions that protect and maintain the health and wellbeing of people and extend the life of vital infrastructure while working to reduce our and our customers’ ecological footprint.

Sustainable preservation is one of our top priorities. We are making significant strategic investments that will not only decrease our own environmental footprint, but also help customers adapt to long‑term environmental and social change through the development of cleaner, greener solutions.

The QC Lab Technician supports quality control efforts and performs analytical tests in accordance with approved methods in a Quality Control environment adhering to strict GMP guidelines. Generates data after following approved test methods and records/reports results as required, making sure to follow Part 11 and data integrity policies. Performs tasks and works on other projects as directed by area managers.

This opportunity is located at our Rochester, NY plant and requires you to work onsite.

• Test wastewater impurities, in‑process, and final products for Personal Care and Active Pharmaceutical ingredients.
• Prioritize tasks and adapt to changing priorities.
• Perform minor repairs and maintenance on lab equipment and conduct sample and process calculations as required.
• Troubleshoot minor method issues.
• Conduct routine laboratory tests following established procedures.
• Prepare chemical reagents and standard solutions.
• Provide training to other technicians as needed.
• Assist with Microbiology data reviews.

• Associate degree in chemistry or equivalent in a science discipline, Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
• 1‑4 years of analytical industry lab experience.
• 1‑4 years of experience working in a chemical plant operation.
• Embraces new initiatives and drives successful implementation in his/her area.
• Adapts thinking and behavior to support change.
• Takes personal responsibility for promoting change in his/her area.
• Understands how to effectively engage others in the change processes.
• Demonstrates a strong understanding of GMP regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexible in prioritizing tasks and adapting to changing priorities.
• Available for 12‑hour shifts, including overnight, weekends, and overtime.

• Day Shift: 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM
• Night Shift: 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM
• Each shift is 12 hours long and includes a 30‑minute unpaid lunch break, and two 15‑minute paid breaks.

• Night Shift: +$1 differential
• Saturday to Sunday shift:
  Double pay
• Holiday:
  Triple pay

The expected salary range for this role is $26 per hour – $27 per hour
; specific employee compensation may vary depending on factors including experience, education, training, licensure, certification, location, and other job‑related, non‑discriminatory factors permitted by law.

This role is also eligible to earn a short‑term incentive bonus and the following benefits: 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, and paid sick leave.

Arxada is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.