Quality Lab Technician (salary Range : $43,900 - $59,200) Job

Arkema; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Quality Control Technician to ensure product excellence through rigorous testing and quality assurance processes. In this role, you will lead quality improvement efforts and serve as a vital link between various departments to uphold quality standards. Your expertise in analytical chemistry and quality control will be crucial in maintaining compliance with safety requirements and enhancing operational efficiency. Join a forward-thinking team where your contributions will directly impact product quality and safety, while also participating in continuous learning and improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in an analytical chemistry lab preferred.
• Titration and other wet chemistry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform Quality Control testing for certification of products.
• Maintain documentation and records as required by all relevant Quality Systems.
• Participate in quality improvement processes and continual learning programs.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry

Quality Control Testing

Data Entry

Troubleshooting Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Science

Tools

Chemstation Software

Agilent GCs

Agilent LCs

Job description

Job Summary:

Performs all aspects of Quality Control testing, sampling, data entry, and associated paperwork related to final product release and support of technology departments. Leads quality improvement efforts; develops and documents procedures and methods as necessary. Serves as Trainer/SME for all lab tasks and as back-up/designee for routine Quality Manager tasks. Performs support activities such as ordering/receiving supplies, helping to maintain satellite labs, attends BBS Steering Team and Joint Health and Safety Committee as QC Lab representative.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Quality Control – 40%

• Perform Quality Control testing for certification of products following current test procedures for all products.
• Maintain knowledge of all Arkema test procedures.
• Perform maintenance, calibrations, and verifications of all QC equipment.
• Data entry and final product release in accordance with approved specifications.
• Print and inventory all labels in accordance with weekly production schedule.
• Maintain documentation and records as required by all relevant Quality Systems.
• Prepare and maintain assigned equipment and standards to ensure accurate and precise analytical results.

Quality Assurance – 30%

• Serve as liaison to other departments for Quality topics.
• Comply with all aspects of Plant Quality policy and safety requirements.
• Assist in the initiation and investigation of quality-related incidents.
• Perform shift Quality Assurance activities, including batch sheet review and audits.

Safety – 20%

• Maintain a safe work area in the lab.
• Support site HESQ policy and comply with all regulatory and internal requirements.
• Participate in HES activities provided by site management and Arkema Inc. (e.g., Behavioral Base Safety, SafeStart, etc.).

Continuous Improvement – 10%

• Participate in quality improvement processes and continual learning programs.
• Support technology departments in trending data and troubleshooting quality issues.

Education/Experience:

• 1 year experience in an analytical chemistry lab preferred.
• Associate's degree in science or related field.
• Titration and other wet chemistry experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Chemstation Software, Agilent GCs, and LCs preferred.

Competencies/Knowledge:

• Good organizational and communication skills.
• Basic troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to multitask while working independently and balancing priorities.