What are the responsibilities and job description for the Q.A Lab Technician position at Polyglass USA, Inc.?
- Adhere to applicable health, safety, and environmental policies and regulations.
- Understand and adhere to the requirements of the Business Management System and perform duties in a manner that supports the company’s Mission Statement.
- Able to learn the list of competencies listed in the “Job Competency Check Sheet” for this position within the timeframe specified by the Quality Manager.
- Perform inspection and tests precisely as described in the applicable procedures and work instructions. This includes proper and safe sample collection and their preparation.
- Proper use and maintenance of lab instruments and test equipment including the verification their calibration status prior to use.
- Accurately perform electronic data entry of test results.
- Understand and interpret test and inspection results and communicate issues to management in a time manner.
- Maintains a safe working environment, following all safety rules and procedures and report any unsafe conditions, incidents or near-misses.
- Performs inventory cycle counts as needed.
- Proper care and use of laboratory equipment and precision measuring devices.
- Detail-oriented to ensure reliable and precise test results and accurate record keeping.
- Communicate effectively and concisely in English both verbally and through written documentation.
- Understand and follow good laboratory practices; work in a safe manner, understand the location, purpose and use of Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
- Must be a self-starter, able to work independently, be flexible and manage multiple assignments/projects at the same time.
- Able to apply logic and reasoning when dealing with problems with limited supervision.
- Must be persistent in order to accomplish a task or assignment in a timely manner.
- Work harmoniously and with tact and diplomacy when interfacing with co-workers including other departments.
- Effectively plans and organize work to achieve efficient and effective results.
- Accept the responsibilities and obligations of the job and the consequences of one’s actions. Performs other duties as required.
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QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or GED required with a minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience.
- Entry level computer skills in MS Word and Excel
- Must be able to work in a laboratory environment.
- Ability to work shift work.
- Visual Acuity (including color perception).
- Good Hearing. All hires will be subject to a pre-employment physical
- Associates Degree, Engineering, Applied or Physical Science is preferred.
- Previous experience in a production environment desired.
- The Lab Tech will be located at a production facility. Moderate dust, noise, hot and cold climates intermittently.
This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
This position description has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of essential job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee will possess the skills, aptitudes, competencies, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.
I have read and understand the responsibilities of this position. I possess the qualification indicated and am able to carry out the identified responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
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