QC Lab Tech

About the Role

We are looking for a QC Lab Tech for accurate and timely testing of samples received into the Quality Control (QC) laboratory. Samples include raw materials, in-process samples, and packaged final products. A variety of instrumentation is used, including Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP), Gas Chromatography (GC), Auto-titrators, and coulometric Karl Fischer titration. Other equipment such as pH meters, ovens, balances, burettes, and calculators is also used.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced technician to make a meaningful impact on our ongoing operations. This is a temporary role in Bessemer City, NC.

Responsibilities

• Commit to the safety of yourself and your team.
• Contribute towards the efficient running of the laboratory by helping with infrastructure duties such as restocking supplies, cleaning glassware, disposal of samples, and managing sample retains.
• Enter laboratory data into the LQM database, run interim and final reports to release samples for production use.
• Standardize equipment prior to use.
• Train others in routine test methodology.
• Analyze samples in accordance with the prioritization plan.
• Serve as First Aid responder to plant personnel.
• Assist PERT team in emergencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a science discipline is required.
• Ten years of experience in a laboratory setting is desired; this can be from college training in laboratory science or equivalent laboratory experience.
• Advanced understanding of acid/base titrations, Karl Fischer moisture, manual titrations, particle size, sieve analysis, and programming of automatic titrators.
• Basic computer skills involving Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook are required.
• Ability to read, understand, and write technical documents (analytical procedures) is required.
• Experience in Thermo LQM software is required. Ability to perform functions such as assisting production personnel in logging in samples, editing tests, and canceling samples is needed.
• Expertise in the use of Inductively Coupled Plasma instruments is needed. Ability to calibrate and check for correct operation of ICP, review data, troubleshoot, and correct instrument problems.

Schedule

Saturday to Wednesday, 6 AM to 4 PM.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with an annual incentive bonus.
• Access to top-tier family-friendly health programs including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, and various voluntary benefits.
• Excellent retirement plan including up to 6% defined company contribution; generous 401k matching program.
• Attractive share ownership plan.
• Comprehensive leave policies covering PTO (paid time off), paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave.
• A generous parental leave policy.
• Discount programs for leisure purposes and access to Virgin Pulse with incentives supporting your wellbeing.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which provides confidential counseling or expert guidance for you and your family.

Relocation assistance may be provided for selected candidates, where applicable.