Quality Lab Technician

Location: Mayzo Operations Center in Walterboro, SC

The Quality Lab Technician supports the Quality Control and Technology functions by performing analytical testing, maintaining laboratory instrumentation, supporting production, and providing technical support for customer and research activities.

• Perform analytical testing of incoming raw materials, in-process materials, blends, and finished products to verify compliance with established specifications.
• Perform material release activities for products held in QC status.
• Generate, review, and maintain Certificates of Analysis and laboratory documentation.
• Enter, review, and maintain analytical data within the ERP/LIMS system.
• Maintain and retain samples in accordance with established procedures.
• Participate in investigations involving nonconforming materials, customer complaints, and product quality issues.

• Operate, maintain proficiency on, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation including:
• FTIR Spectrometer
• UV/Visible Spectrophotometer
• NMR
• Brookfield Viscometer
• Melt Flow Index Tester
• Density Testing Equipment
• pH Meter
• Gloss Meter
• Sieve Analysis Equipment
• Analytical Balances
• Coordinate service activities and maintain calibration documentation for laboratory equipment.

• Support production through blend verification and quality testing.
• Perform analytical testing of production samples.
• Support batch verification activities.
• Coordinate release of acceptable production lots.

• Prepare customer evaluation samples and laboratory blends.
• Perform quality verification testing of customer samples prior to release.
• Coordinate submission of samples to external laboratories.
• Track outsourced analytical testing and communicate testing status and results.
• Support customer complaint investigations.
• Assist with technical investigations as requested.

• Prepare laboratory blends and prototype formulations.
• Prepare/Assist with Design of Experiment (DOE) samples.
• Perform analytical testing of developmental products.
• Support accelerated weathering studies (QUV), gloss measurements, color measurements, peel testing, and other product evaluations.
• Assist with analytical method development and troubleshooting.
• Provide laboratory support for Technology Department projects.

• Maintain laboratory organization and cleanliness.
• Manage laboratory chemical inventory and reference materials.
• Cross-train on laboratory procedures to provide operational continuity.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratory.

• Perform other duties as assigned to support business objectives.

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Technology, Materials Science, Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering Technology, or a related scientific discipline required.
• 2–5 years of laboratory experience in a manufacturing, quality control, or research and development environment preferred.
• Experience in the chemical, coatings, adhesives, polymers, plastics, lubricants, or specialty materials industry preferred.
• Experience performing analytical testing, interpreting laboratory data, and operating, calibrating, and maintaining laboratory instrumentation.
• Experience working within ISO quality systems and laboratory documentation preferred.
• Experience using ERP, LIMS, or similar laboratory information management systems preferred.
• Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.