Lab Technician - Quality & Process Improvement

Alta Performance Materials US, LLC; Jacksonville (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan with match

Job summary

Alta Performance Materials US, LLC in Jacksonville, AR is seeking a Lab Technician to join our quality and process improvement team. You will perform chemical and physical analyses on samples, help apply additives, use SAP for batch inventory, and maintain records.

Candidates should have at least two years of science-related college coursework (preferred) and 6 months lab experience; strong communication, computer skills, and willingness to work 12-hour rotating shifts are essential.

Qualifications

• Two years of college in a science-related field preferred, but not required.
• Minimum 6 months of lab experience preferred.
• Willing to work 12-hour rotating shifts.
• Proficient in verbal and written communication.
• Working knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to use observation skills to problem solve.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform chemical and physical analysis on samples (processing and non-processing batches) using established procedures.
• Make recommendations to production operators as to what additives should be added to batches in order that all physical and chemical properties can be met.
• Use SAP to add the recommended adjustments to the batch for inventory purposes.
• Maintain all components of batch records such as process log sheets, charge sheets, rework sheets, specification sheets, certificates of analysis, and other paperwork as relevant to the product.
• Assist with the ordering, receiving, and shipping of raw materials and samples.
• Maintain laboratory equipment to include periodic calibration, cleaning, and maintenance.
• Recommend formula revisions based on product history.
• Support all quality control functions: procedure updates, data entry, small scale development work.
• Maintain lab equipment Verify calibration status.

Skills

Lab skills

Verbal and written communication

SAP

Microsoft Office

Observation and problem solving

Overtime availability

12-hour shift readiness

Education

Science-related college coursework

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Alta Performance Materials US, LLC in Jacksonville, AR is seeking a Lab Technician to join our quality and process improvement team. You will perform chemical and physical analyses on samples, help apply additives, use SAP for batch inventory, and maintain records.

Candidates should have at least two years of science-related college coursework (preferred) and 6 months lab experience; strong communication, computer skills, and willingness to work 12-hour rotating shifts are essential.