Laboratory Technician

EXXONMOBIL ADVANCED GRAPHITE SOLUTI ONS LLC; Hopkinsville (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

ExxonMobil Advanced Graphite Solutions LLC in Hopkinsville, KY is seeking a Quality Technician to test and inspect products, collect and evaluate data, and ensure conformance to standards. The role involves handling lab equipment, sampling raw materials, and supporting a total quality management approach.

Applicants should have an associate degree in Lab Tech or science (or higher), or at least two years in a laboratory/quality control setting, with knowledge of basic lab tools and ASTM methods.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic glassware, balances, fume hoods, and standard lab equipment.
• Basic mechanical aptitude in a lab setting.
• Understanding of ASTM or similar methods.
• Good housekeeping practices.
• Normal vision and hearing; ability to lift 50 lbs periodically.

Responsibilities

• Test and inspect products at various production stages and evaluate data for quality.
• Use gauges to verify product conformance to specifications.
• Assist in implementing total quality management and train others.
• Obtain samples of raw materials and finished products; test final products.
• Test incoming raw materials and enter results into the database.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area; ensure lab results are accurate.

Skills

Quality control

Laboratory testing

Data analysis

Education

Associate degree in Lab Tech or science

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Glassware

Balances

Fume hoods

Job description

Job DescriptionExxonMobil Advanced Graphite Solutions4021 Calvin DriveHopkinsville, KY 42240Position Title: Quality TechnicianBusiness Title: Quality TechnicianSite: 20 KY-HTTCost Center: 100 ProductionLocation: KY 1Principal Duties and Responsibilities:Test and inspect products at various stages of production process and compiles and evaluates statistical data to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products.Use gauges and other devices to verify conformity to standards of product.Suggest or recommend changes regarding special requirements as needed. Assists in implementing a total quality management program and/or trains others on total quality management.Obtain samples of raw materials/finished productsTest all final products for conformance to specificationsTest incoming raw materialsEnter all results in databaseMaintain clean/safe work areaResponsible for all lab results and the quality of work performedIdentifies critical points in the manufacturing process and defines sampling procedureInteracts regularly with engineering, manufacturing, and service functions to establish quality standards for raw material, work in process, and finished productsComplies with company policies and the Standards of Business ConductAdheres to general and job specific safety, environmental, and quality guidelines/proceduresPerforms other duties as assignedEducation/Experience - Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Two-year associates in Lab Tech program or higher education in Science preferred (Minimum High School Diploma/GED Required)Or at least two years of experience in a laboratory or quality control area requiredMust have complete knowledge on how to perform the following:Basic use of glassware, balances, fume hoods, and standardized lab equipmentBasic mechanical aptitude in lab settingUnderstanding of ASTM or similar methodsGood housekeeping practicesPhysical Qualifications:Vision: Normal RequiredHearing: Normal RequiredReaching/Stretching: Normal RequiredStanding/Walking/Mobility: Normal RequiredClimbing/Stooping/Kneeling: Normal RequiredLifting/Pulling/Pushing: Normal RequiredFingering/Grasping/Feeling: Normal RequiredCapable of lifting 50 lbs on a periodic basisWork Environment:Plant EnvironmentNoise:Quantity of business machines and devicesTravel Requirements:NoneTravel Destination:NoneE/O/E AA Employer M/F V/D