Industrial QC Lab Technician – Chemistry

PTS Advance; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

PTS Advance in Glendale, CA seeks a QC Technician to perform testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products, ensuring adherence to specifications and timely release decisions.

The role requires hands-on laboratory work, accurate documentation, and the ability to work all shifts. Knowledge of SAP is beneficial, with a focus on quality and safety in a continuous manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Science, or related field with hands-on laboratory coursework.
• Associate degree in Chemistry or related field plus at least two years of laboratory or manufacturing experience.
• At least four years of laboratory technician, quality control, chemical manufacturing, adhesives manufacturing, or comparable technical manufacturing experience.
• Basic computer and mathematical skills and the ability to learn SAP and other applicable systems.
• Ability to read, understand, and accurately complete laboratory, quality, and manufacturing documentation.
• Ability to safely work with reactive, hazardous, and industrial chemicals.
• Must be willing and able to work any assigned shift, including first, second, third, or weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate and timely testing of raw materials, in-process samples, intermediates, and finished products in accordance with approved specifications and test methods.
• Prioritize testing based on manufacturing, packaging, and product release needs, including time-sensitive testing.
• Perform laboratory testing that may include viscosity, density, moisture, color, appearance, hardness, DSC, FTIR, titrations, and wet chemistry.
• Interpret, document, and communicate test results.
• Identify and escalate nonconforming, abnormal, or questionable results.
• Support timely production and material release decisions while maintaining quality requirements.
• Maintain complete laboratory records, notebooks, logs, and electronic records.
• Enter test results and material status in SAP or other approved systems.
• Maintain stores of retained samples and ensure instrument safety and calibration.
• Follow EHS, quality, laboratory and waste-management requirements.

Skills

Lab testing

Quality control

Documentation

SAP

Teamwork

Shift flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field

Associate degree in Chemistry + 2+ years experience

4+ years laboratory/manufacturing experience

Tools

SAP

Job description

PTS Advance in Glendale, CA seeks a QC Technician to perform testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products, ensuring adherence to specifications and timely release decisions.

The role requires hands-on laboratory work, accurate documentation, and the ability to work all shifts. Knowledge of SAP is beneficial, with a focus on quality and safety in a continuous manufacturing environment.