QC Technician 1 - Reading, PA

About the role

AkzoNobel is a global paints and coatings company founded in 1792. We operate in over 150 countries and are known for our trustworthiness among customers worldwide. Our mission is to color and protect what matters, and we aim to contribute to a sustainable future.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow all established safety rules and procedures
• Demonstrate integrity while adhering to the company's Code of Conduct
• Perform complex testing processes on production batches to measure product's physical or chemical characteristics
• Maintain and calibrate test equipment
• Record and report observations or test results in the appropriate QC card or file
• Work with the QC manager, production staff, and development staff to evaluate production or field-related problems
• Identify potential causes of complaints
• Engage in 5S activities
• Participate in area housekeeping responsibilities
• Evaluate test methods for repeatability
• Assist in calibration plans
• Assist in developing training curriculum
• Assist in developing standard operating procedures (SOP’s)
• Participate and aid in root cause investigations

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or science or 1+ year manufacturing or laboratory experience
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Near vision to read labels and see details up close
• Score 32 or lower on a Farnsworth-Munsell 100 Hue Color test
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and multi-task
• Strong dedication and commitment to safety
• Physical ability to work in a heavy manufacturing environment with exposure to chemical agents
• Standing or walking for long periods of time
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, measurements)
• Ability to operate and control equipment safely and effectively
• Problem-solving and critical thinking abilities

Compensation & Benefits

• $24.00/hour
• 401K retirement savings with 6% company match
• Medical insurance with HSA
• Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits
• Eligible for annual bonus
• Generous vacation, sick, and holiday pay
• Short and long-term disability
• Paid parental leave after 1 year
• Career growth opportunities

Competencies

• Accepting Direction
• Accepting Responsibility
• Acquiring Information

Requisition ID

54696