Laboratory Technician - Piedmont SC

Kelly Services® is offering a contract opportunity as a Laboratory Technician located in Piedmont, SC.

About the Role

Provide testing support for the Piedmont manufacturing facilities, Product Development, and the Rock Hill manufacturing facilities as needed (raw materials, non-routine testing, etc.). Test and/or approve all incoming raw materials for Piedmont and Rock Hill plants.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot test equipment problems, identify root cause, and implement corrective actions with and without assistance.
• Utilize SPC to analyze control sample data and aid in troubleshooting testing problems to ensure accuracy of test results.
• Adhere to and understand established Fibers Test Methods and Standard Operating Procedures when performing tests/tasks unless authorized by Quality Manager or designee.
• Perform tests using appropriate equipment such as tensile testing equipment, gas chromatography, Accelerated Solvent Extractor (ASE), and other miscellaneous test equipment.
• Notify appropriate personnel whenever testing issues occur which prevent internal customers from receiving their data in a timely manner (Lab Technical Support, QA Manager, manufacturing personnel).
• Acquire training as needed to support testing needs for the plant (LIMS, SAP, new/revised test methods, new lab equipment, upgrade of lab skills, etc.).
• Maintain lab equipment by performing identified preventative maintenance, calibrations, and cleaning of equipment.
• Ensure documentation is accurate and up-to-date (equipment logs, test worksheets, LIMS, etc.).
• Perform weekly calibrations of test equipment (spectrophotometers, balances).

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Stable work history.
• Preferred: Two-year/Associate’s technical degree in industrial lab technology or equivalent in a science-related field, OR four years of verifiable on-the-job lab experience in industrial laboratory technology.
• Must follow all company policies and procedures, including attendance, performance standards, dress codes/uniform, personal protective equipment, HSE, training requirements, and Code of Conduct.
• Must be able to perform successfully in a fast-paced, high-stress environment, handling a variety of duties that often change from one task to another of a different nature.
• Must be able to work a 12-hour rotating swing shift and overtime as needed.
• Must be able to use hands/fingers to operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, and position productivity machinery such as production equipment and computers.
• Must be able to work in a production environment with extreme temperature swings (both cold and hot).
• Must be able to stand and walk on a concrete floor 75% of the time.
• Must be able to carry, lift, transport, and position material weighing up to 55 lbs.
• Must be able to push or pull equipment/material weighing up to 150 lbs.
• Must be able to climb stairs, ladders, or balance to ascend, descend, and traverse stairs and work platforms.
• Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, or position self to maintain and handle materials used in production.
• Must have adequate vision to detect, determine, perceive, identify, recognize, judge, observe, inspect, estimate, and assess the quality of products to meet quality standards.

Skills

• Safely and effectively perform essential functions to test the quality of aerospace-grade carbon fiber while continuously improving the process.
• Possess and utilize appropriate mechanical and industrial aptitude, and computer literacy.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of safety, quality, and productivity.
• Learn work skills and processes quickly and apply knowledge consistently for repeatable and reliable results.
• Flexible and adaptable—able to work in multiple areas on multiple teams, including production and non-production areas.
• Experience with basic statistical process control and analytical testing equipment.
• Able to interpret and understand detailed written instructions/methods.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Innovative problem solver.
• Needs minimal supervision.
• Accepts and internalizes feedback from supervision and peers.
• Positively contributes to a team environment and welcomes diverse points of view.
• Shows composure under stressful work conditions.
• Driven toward continuous improvement actions.
• Understands and is dedicated to company success.

Pay

$25/hr - $28/hr (dependent on experience).

Schedule

12-hour rotating swing shift + overtime (DuPont schedule).

Benefits

• Voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, and a legal plan.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year).
• Transit spending account.
• Paid sick leave under applicable state or local plans.