NTA - Analytical Technician

About the role

The NTA - Analytical Technician provides high-quality analytical data to release products in support of the objectives and goals of the Silicones business.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory analyses/operations for product quality in support of manufacturing operations.
• Prioritize and analyze special request samples.
• Using tools, evaluate validity of data, apply basic statistics, compare to spec limits, and take appropriate action.
• Document, communicate, and archive results.
• Perform skilled operation, maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of analytical instrumentation.
• Work effectively with employees with a wide range of educational backgrounds, communication styles, and from different functions (R&D, TS&D, Manufacturing, etc.).
• Participate in facility management, including, but not limited to managing materials & supplies, housekeeping, and managing waste in accordance with RCRA guidelines.
• Coordinate with instrument vendors for PMs and repair work.
• Promote an environment of teamwork while leading through example.
• Follow EH&S and Operating Discipline / Quality System procedures and practices.
• Utilize electronic tools such as MIDAS, OPD, MTL, Outlook, and SAP.
• Assure compliance to all ISO 9001:2015 and other quality system requirements.
• Assure compliance with all EH&S requirements.
• Achieve personal learning needs utilizing the available learning resources.
• Complete lab and facility training program and maintain qualification on all applicable tests and quality system requirements in accordance with the organization's training and qualification procedure.
• Complete additional technical training in accordance with an employee development plan.
• Develop, validate, and continuously improve existing work processes, procedures, and analytical methods.
• Be available for overtime as needed.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior work experience in an industrial environment (manufacturing, warehousing or equivalent trade) is required.
• Two years of previous experience in an analytical laboratory is preferred.
• Computer and technical literacy demonstrated by the ability to work with various computer programs, including Microsoft Office and MIDAS.
• Organizational and planning capabilities demonstrated by the ability to set and communicate priorities and successfully manage multiple tasks.

Physical requirements

• Able to lift 50 lbs.
• Able to work on feet for extended period of time (up to 75% of shift).
• Good manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
• Able to work a reasonable amount of overtime per the contract and/or business needs.