Quality Control Lab Technician

Job Description Job Description Quality Control Laboratory TechnicianLocation : New Castle, DEJob Type : Direct Hire, FulltimeShift : 12 hours, rotating every 2 weeksThe Quality Control Lab Technician supports Manufacturing and various departments on site with analytical testing. The Quality Control Lab Technician is responsible for delivering analytical results within all EHS, quality, and corporate guidelines. Technician works under the general direction of a Quality Control Shift Leader or Chemist.A wide variety of simple to highly complex laboratory tasks are conducted with a consistently high degree of independence. The position requires dependability, versatility, judgement and manipulative skill. The Technician follows all appropriate training programs, complies with all documentation requirements within the department (i.e. SOP's, analytical logs), and effectively communicates with QC team members, supervision, and other departments. In addition, the Technician will provide direct, frontline responsibility for adherence to Quality Assurance Systems in terms of the assurance test sample program, calibration protocols, SOP's, control limit monitoring, and all other prescribed quality initiatives. :

• The Technician follows all appropriate training programs, complies with all documentation requirements within the department (i.e. SOPs, analytical logs), and effectively communicates with QC team members, supervision, and other departments
• Produce accurate, timely analytical results in compliance with site, company and regulatory safety requirements
• Participate in the routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures and methods proficiently, independently, and highlight opportunities for improvement
• Effectively communicate and collaborate within the QC team and with other departments to deliver business objectives and targets
• Proven strong problem solving and facilitating skills
• Routinely participate in Continuous Improvement and particularly 5S in normal laboratory practices
• Ensure personal compliance with all required training
• Adhere to the company's Quality, Safety and Environmental management systems and procedures as per ISO 9001 and 14001 standards
• Results orientation and concern for standards using data and processes to achieve accurate, timely and right first time results
• Thoroughness and attention to detail in completing work
• Determines what needs to be done and takes action when necessary, especially when working independently
• Takes direction from supervision and constantly seeks to improve
• Maintains high standards of housekeeping and holds other team members to the same standardQualifications :
• Laboratory experience preferably within a chemical environment
• Proven ability and desire to learn analytical techniques and perform them independently and correctly
• Knowledge of chemical safe handling practices
• Possess strong computer skills with working knowledge of Windows applications such as Word and Excel
• Ability to learn and effectively use laboratory instrumentation and associated software
• Proven experience with analytical techniques such as UV / VIS Spectrophotometry, High Performance Liquid Chromatography, Ion Chromatography, Gas Chromatography, and particle sizing / counting / characterization
• Laboratory Information Management System experience
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and 14001 standards
• Analytical Thinking / Critical Information Seeking : Organizes work in a logical way, understand data, seeks support as needed in analyzing a situation or making a decision
• Strong problem solving skills
• Capability to learn all aspects of in process, final and raw material testing including SOPs, equipment operation, and documentation
• Independent individual who performs effectively under conditions of heavy workload and change
• Well organized, highly motivated, with the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Flexibility and understanding of shifting priorities and schedulesSkills & Knowledge :
• Associates Degree 2 years related laboratory experience or high school diploma 3 to 5 years related lab / work experience.#ZRNC