2nd Shift QC Lab Technician

RPM Industrial Coatings Group; Hudson (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Sign-on bonus $1,000

Job summary

RPM Industrial Coatings Group in Hudson, NC is seeking a 2nd Shift QC Technician (Shift Differential) with a $1,000 sign-on bonus. This role assists with quality procedures, monitors production batches, and communicates deviations from standards.

Responsibilities include checking batches, advising adjustments, rechecking until within specs, and recording results in the D365 system. The position requires a high school diploma and proficient math/writing skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Proficient math and written communication skills.
• Good computer skills; Excel required.
• Up to three years in QC helpful.
• Batchmaking familiarity helpful.

Responsibilities

• Check production batches against standards and advise adjustments.
• Recheck batches after adjustments to meet specs.
• Record QC results in D365.
• Calibrate QC/QA equipment as needed.
• Consult QC manager on out-of-spec products.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Math proficiency

Written communication

Excel

Batchmaking knowledge

Munsel Color test

Self‑management

Education

High school diploma

Tools

D365

Job description

RPM Industrial Coatings Group in Hudson, NC is looking for 2nd Shift QC Technician (Shift Differential). $1,000 Sign-On Bonus!

GENERAL SUMMARY: Assists with application and monitoring of established quality procedures and methods for production batches and new raw materials. Compiles, tabulates and summarizes QC data for analysis. Prepares and communicates variables and deviations from prescribed standards of quality. Maintains statistical records having to do with quality, nature and causes of defects in D365. Expedites and follows up changes to allow for prescribed quality standards.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Check production batches by comparison to standards
• Advise batchmaker of any necessary adjustments to apply to product batch
• Recheck batch after adjustments are made until product is within standard product specifications
• Use proper analytical tools to compare product to standard specifications and to wet and/or dry samples
• Record results of comparison in D365
• Consult with QC manager on products more than 10% out of product specifications
• Upon approval of product record data in D365
• Check bulk raw materials against standard product specifications upon receipt
• Consult Quality control manual for specific requirements for product analysis of production batches as well as raw materials
• Calibrate QC/QA equipment as required
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor/manager

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Experience And Education Required

• High school diploma
• Proficient math and written communication skills
• Good computer skills – knowledge of Excel required
• Up to three years in industry related QC field helpful
• Prior batchmaking experience helpful

Specific Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required

• Successful completion of Munsel Color test, helpful
• Familiarity with products used in batchmaking processes
• Familiarity with standard analytical tools

Reasoning Ability

• Employee must work with limited supervision following written and verbal instructions.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. Occasional lifting and/or carrying of up to 40 lbs. Is required. Standing for extended periods of time (approximately 90% of 8-hour shift) is required with some sitting, walking, reaching, handling, bending and stooping.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Normal laboratory industry related environment conditions are present in the QC/QA laboratory. Employee on occasion will be required to go into the manufacturing areas, where normal manufacturing environment conditions are present. The company provides any required personal protective equipment.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPI)

• Turnover of correct production batches
• QC efficiency as gauged by customer RMA’s