Quality Control Lab Technician

We are seeking a dedicated and meticulous individual to join our team in Clinton, Iowa. This role involves performing routine analytical chemistry tests to ensure the highest quality of our products.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine quality control testing and recordkeeping in a safe, accurate, and orderly manner.
• Perform various wet chemical and instrumental analyses of samples for process control and final quality control inspection.
• Ensure the accuracy of finished product analysis and communicate results, problems, and priorities to supervisors and production departments in a timely manner.
• Participate actively in training efforts and safety initiatives.
• Maintain proper housekeeping and cleanliness in all work areas.
• Maintain routine supplies in work area on each shift worked.
• All other duties as directed and appropriate for the purposes of the site.

Requirements

• Willingness and ability to work a rotating 12-hour shift, including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call coverage.
• Attention to detail, following procedures, proper analytical technique, and computer entry.
• Good judgment in reporting errors, unusual conditions, or events to supervision.
• Ability to follow complicated technical instructions and use mathematics.
• Flexibility in accepting change and an attitude of continuous improvement.
• Ability to relocate equipment and supplies, walk long distances, stand for long periods, climb stairs and ladders, and lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• An Associate’s degree in science or equivalent work experience is preferred.
• Strong science background and previous experience with analytical testing.

Skills

• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing/Laboratory Practices (GMP/GLP).
• Understanding of wet chemistry techniques and experience with lab instrumentation.
• Strong computer skills, including accurate data entry and proficiency with MS Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Core Competencies

• Accountability
• Attention to detail
• Commitment / Dependability / Ownership
• Composure Under Pressure / Professionalism
• Customer Focus
• Continuous Improvement
• Team Focus
• Openness in Communicating / Listening
• Organization & Planning / Management of Priorities
• Problem Solving / Decision Making
• Results Orientation

Pay

$21/hour

Schedule

Rotating 12-hour shifts with every other weekend off.