Laboratory Quality Technician 1st Shift

0128 DIVERSEY INC; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 53,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental

Vision

401K

Job summary

Solenis in Florence, Kentucky is seeking a Chemistry Laboratory Technician to provide technical support for product chemistry, ensure GMP compliance, perform batch testing, and help with data tabulation. The role emphasizes teamwork and adherence to safety and environmental programs within a GMP framework.

You will operate lab instrumentation, create COAs, support QA and regulatory programs, and train plant personnel while contributing to continuous improvement and environmental compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Chemistry or related science; minor in Chemistry preferred
• Minimum 1 year in a GMP-regulated Quality Control environment
• Experience with IR, UV/Vis, and moisture analysis instrumentation
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds and stand for extended periods

Responsibilities

• Perform chemical testing of batches, line samples, and raw materials
• Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation
• Tabulate and summarize data; provide adjustments as needed
• Prepare customer Certificates of Analysis (COAs) and review raw material COAs
• Support GMP and ISO 9001/14001 compliance and audits
• Coordinate with QA, R&D, and Regulatory for process improvements

Skills

Laboratory testing

Data collection and analysis

Team collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s in Chemistry or related science

Tools

IR spectroscopy

UV/Vis spectrophotometry

Moisture Analyzer

SAP data entry

Job description

Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company's product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree. For additional information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com or follow us on social media.

This position is responsible for providing technical support regarding the chemistry of products, adherence to quality specifications, regulatory and environmental compliance. The successful candidate will be able to perform chemical testing of batches, line samples, and raw materials along with providing batch adjustments as necessary. They will also be able to tabulate and summarize a variety of data. This candidate should also be able to actively participate and comply with our Quality, Health, and Environmental programs, including: training initiatives and following all policies and procedures. This position works in a team environment and is required to assist others as necessary.

Primary Position Responsibilities

• Employs safe work habits and complies with all applicable Diversey safety requirements
• Works closely with the Quality Manager and Supervisor, Plant Management, Production teams, and QA personnel at other sites
• Ensures products are produced according to the Bill of Materials (BOM)
• Provides daily production support including: timely testing, evaluating, and recording test results for raw materials, production batches, and finished products
• Calculates and provides adjustments to products as required and communicates with R&D and Regulatory for process improvements for both mixing and packaging
• Operates/Maintains laboratory instrumentation
• Conducts audits and summarizes date for management review
• Coordinates and performs ATP testing to release micro sensitive products to comply with Hygienic Manufacturing Guidelines
• Provides support to the plant with regard to waste minimization, environmental compliance, regulatory compliance, timely disposition of returns, discrepant product and materials
• Prepares customer Certificates of Analysis (COA’s)
• Reviews and files raw material Certificates of Analysis
• Reviews laboratory work instructions
• Enters data into SAP database
• Issues and completes non-conformance reports as needed and/or directed
• Trains and assists plant personnel in the use and standardization of laboratory equipment and procedures in their departments
• Trains new lab personnel in procedures, product analysis, and instrumentation use and maintenance
• Utilizes SPC methods in data collection, Root Cause Analysis, Corrective/Preventive Action effectiveness, and Cost saving/Avoidance Analysis
• Supports the compliance and maintenance of GMP and ISO 9001/14001 documentation
• Performs GMP and ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 audits as scheduled
• Reviews, inspects and authorizes the release of DIN products (GMP) as well as perform routine stability testing on Plant manufactured goods
• Participates in continuous improvement activities such as 5 Why Investigations, Kaizen, TPM, etc.
• Ability to change shifts to cover vacation and needs of the business

• Assists engineers and scientists with a variety of laboratory tasks
• Performs chemical and/or physical analyses or scientific tests using both routine and special techniques in compliance with all safety and infection control standards
• Collects, analyzes and processes laboratory samples
• Records results of tests, organizes data, performs basic computations, and prepares reports and analyses using standard procedures and guidelines
• Installs, operates, maintains and repairs laboratory test equipment, apparatus, systems and supplies

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Education Preferred: Bachelor’s in Chemistry or related science with minor in Chemistry OR experience may be substituted for education
• Minimum Experience Preferred: At least 1 year of experience in a Quality Control environment within a GMP regulated facility
• Experience with IR, UV/VIS, Moisture Analyzer
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for periods of up to 4 hours at a time
• Physical Requirements: Ability to perform repetitive bending and stretching on a daily basis
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 45 pounds occasionally
• Employee must use and maintain their PPE and follow Area specific PPE policies and rules.
• Contact lenses are not permitted.

We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you.

At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world‑class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.

Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

The expected compensation range for this position is between $52,760.00 and $77,374.00 plus discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation may vary based on your skills, experience and other factors permitted by law.