What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Control Lab Technician position at Lubrizol?
Position Summary
Third shift overnight position.
The primary responsibility of the Quality Control Laboratory Technician includes analyzing and adjusting production batches, entering final analysis results into the SAP computer system, and releasing raw materials for production. This position reports directly to the Plant Manager.
Essential Responsibilities
- Analyzes in-process samples provided by the production department. Records results in laboratory notebook.
- Using the information from standard operating procedures, provides instructions (for batches) to the production department based on the analytical results obtained.
- Enters final analysis into the SAP computer system for generation of a certificate of analysis.
- Analyzes and/or reviews parameters on the certificate of analysis of incoming raw materials and provides a status of release.
- Prepares and standardizes reagents and titrants.
- Retests/recertifies batches as needed.
- Completes and files all related paperwork.
- Performs laboratory work as required to help troubleshoot process and batch problems.
- Assists with the preparation of samples for external and internal customer shipments.
Qualifications & Experience
- High school diploma required. BS degree in Chemistry, preferred.
- Minimum 3 years of quality control experience. Prefer experience in chemical industry.
- Must be knowledgeable in the safe handling of chemicals, the use of laboratory equipment, and laboratory safety procedures. Familiarity with gas chromatograph systems is a plus.
- Basic computer skills necessary. Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel preferred.
Working Conditions
- Must be able to lift 25 pounds.
- Must be able to use required Personal Protective Equipment, as necessary.
- Must support the site’s ISO9001 and GMP (Goods Manufacturing Process) requirements.
- Ability to collaborate, maintain an organized workspace and prioritize tasks as needed.
- Monitors and place requisitions for laboratory related supplies as needed.
- Follow all plant safety, security, and ethics rules.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus pay
Experience:
- Quality assurance: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: One location