Job Title: Quality Lab Technician
Location: Geismar, LA 70734
Duration: 12 Months Contract
This position will work rotating, 12-hour shifts: (5am-5pm) and (5pm-5am) Every other weekend off.
Top requirements for the role - need testing experience and at least one year in a laboratory setting. No operators or loaders.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform quality assurance testing on raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods.
- Use software like Lotus Notes, LabWare, SAP, and Microsoft Office to evaluate data against internal and external specifications.
- Analyze chemical samples to ensure product quality and availability.
- Collaborate with the Lab Supervisor and Production personnel to improve lab and plant processes.
- Ensure lab equipment is properly maintained, calibrated, and verified.
- Provide statistical data to support plant efforts in enhancing process control and meeting customer requirements.
Qualifications:
- Education: At least a 2-year Associate's degree in Chemistry or a related technical field (or equivalent experience in a chemical manufacturing lab environment).
Skills:
- Basic understanding of chemical processes and laboratory instrumentation (e.g., gas chromatographs, pH meters, etc.).
- Experience with quality assurance and quality control techniques.
- Proficiency in software packages like Microsoft Office, Power BI, SAP, Lotus Notes.
- Basic knowledge of ISO/RCMS quality system requirements.
- Ability to analyze and interpret test results accurately.
- Strong communication skills to relay findings to operations and other relevant personnel.
Physical Requirements:
- Occasional lifting, bending, and twisting (handling materials, drums, or equipment).
- Ability to lift 30-50 pounds.
- Must be able to stand or walk for the majority of the workday.
- Occasional use of stairs and respiratory protection.
Desired Skills:
- Preferred: 2 years of chemistry-related experience, especially in a quality control or chemical manufacturing environment.
- Willingness to work nights, weekends, and overtime as necessary.