Senior Quality Technician

Benefits

• Medical Insurance, including Tele Doc - multiple plans available with Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account options
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Advocate – free support to help you understand your coverage and answer questions
• Life Insurance – base coverage paid for by Kraton with option for additional coverage
• 401k – Kraton provides matching contributions based on enrollment level
• Employee Assistance Program – provided at no cost to employees
• Accident, Disability, and Critical Illness Insurance

• Responsible for analysis of process samples and water analysis from the plant
• Responsible for troubleshooting/calibrating all equipment in the QC Lab.
• Prepare certificate of analysis (COA) for shipments.
• Approve raw material by the use of Purchasing Approval System in Lotus Notes.
• Assist with the coordination of sample analyses from outside sources.
• Meet all OTIF (On Time/In Full) objectives within your control.
• Communicate results thoroughly within the Quality Department and with other departments.
• Conduct routine final shipment analyses.
• Communicate with Operations on quality matters.
• Work with Plant Chemists and Quality Manager to track, report, & improve key quality indicators for laboratory compliance and efficiency.
• Report instrumentation issues and remove faulty instruments from service until a disposition can be made on the instrument.
• Participate in the internal auditing process and Gage R&R studies to identify training opportunities.
• Interact with the plant's EHS Department to ensure the proper disposal of chemical waste and general compliance with applicable policies.
• Contribute to value creation in the working environment through healthy behaviors, training of other technicians, and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to the set-up and execution of routine or ad-hoc testing by selecting from a limited range of known methods and/or conditions.
• Create or edit Standard Operating Procedures and conduct reviews of Procedures and Safety Standards.

• 3-5 years of relevant work experience
• Prior work experience in a QC Laboratory; preference will be given to individuals with work experience in a chemical manufacturing setting.

• High School diploma with the equivalent combination of advanced education and work experience required.
• An accredited Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology preferred.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position.

Kraton is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.