Facility Quality Assurance Technician I

HarbisonWalker International; City of Niagara Falls (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Facility Quality Assurance Technician to ensure product quality and compliance with standards. This role involves testing products and raw materials, entering data into a Laboratory Information Management System, and maintaining accuracy in all processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in math and science, along with a keen eye for detail and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Join a team dedicated to driving performance and delivering exceptional results in the refractory industry.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with one year of college education in math and science.
• Knowledge of the refractory industry and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Verify in-process production and perform physical testing of finished goods.
• Enter LIMS data and judge product acceptability.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Teamwork

Independent Work

Education

High School Diploma

One Year of College Education or Technical Training

Tools

Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)

MS Office

Job description

Summary

The Facility Quality Assurance Technician supports HWI’s mission and vision to drive industry performance and deliver quality results. This role focuses on the actual testing of product and raw materials, judging samples against standards and accurately entering data into our Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). A successful candidate will maintain a high level of accuracy and engagement to guide HWI towards achieving and exceeding their objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Verify in-process production.
• Perform physical testing of finished goods.
• Perform final inspections.
• Enter LIMS data into appropriate systems and judge acceptability of product.
• Screen analysis of raw materials and mixes.
• Sample preparation.
• Perform additional testing as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma and one (1) year of college education or technical training with emphasis on math and science.
• Computer operation aptitude (MS Office and LIMS system or similar products).
• Able to follow directions, provide innovative solutions, and work independently or as a team member.
• Knowledge of the refractory industry and quality assurance.

Physical and Environmental Requirements:

• Physical Activity: Requires less than 1/3 of time sitting, climbing/balancing, and stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling. Requires 1/3 to 2/3 of time walking, using hands and fingers, reaching, and speaking/hearing. Requires more than 2/3 of time standing.
• Lifting: Requires lifting up to 25 pounds 1/3 to 2/3 of time, and lifting up to 50 pounds more than 2/3 of time.
• Vision: Requires accurate close vision, color vision, and the ability to focus.
• Environment: Requires 1/3 to 2/3 of time in an office setting and working near moving mechanical parts. Also requires less than 1/3 of time in wet/humid conditions, working in high, precarious places, exposed to fumes or airborne particles, vibration, outdoor weather, and in extreme heat or cold.
• Noise: Requires exposure to moderate noise.