Senior Quality Control Technician

QC Lab Testing Responsibilities

• Strong knowledge of work instructions, procedures, and calibration of QC instrumentation referenced in the LATICRETE Quality Control Manual.
• Ensures all lab testing results are completed and recorded properly and in a timely manner.
• Ensure QC testing samples are obtained according to the Quality Requirements.
• Executes 5S methods for laboratory organization and leads training of other QC personnel.
• Provides a list to order supplies for the QC lab and ensures the QC data-up system is maintained.
• Leads communications with production personnel to provide a smooth, efficient production flow of quality products, as needed.
• Ensures all QC instruments meet calibration requirements listed in the calibration work instructions.
• Works with team members to identify improved methods of QC analysis and/or new QC lab equipment to improve lab efficiencies.
• Leads the training of personnel in Quality Control procedures and updates QC procedures as needed.
• Ensures that all CoA’s, MSDS, Calibration/Verification, meet ISO 9001 traceability.
• Writes a daily report of all QC testing performed on products received in the QC lab using the appropriate communication database or electronic format.
• Advises QC Supervisor/Manager and/or shift leader of persistent or difficult Quality problems and provides recommendations and improvements for all QC related activities.
• Compares all CoA’s against the Master CoA to determine acceptance or rejection and enters all pertinent data into the computer system.

Data Collection and Data Analysis

• Provide and ensure batch adjustments meet expectations; based on QC lab batches performed.
• Review QC data to be utilized in plant performance KPI reports.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years QC laboratory experience.
• Associates Degree in science or engineering or equivalent laboratory experience.
• Computer Skills: Intermediate computer/technical skills, including experience with Access, ACT, Excel and Word. ERP software a plus.
• Excellent organization skills, ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities.
• Good verbal, written, and math skills.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Capable of participating in Quality Control and Environmental Safety Organizations.
• Organized and meticulous.