Laboratory Technician

Momentive Technologies; Strongsville (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental Coverage

401(k) plan with Company Match

Life/AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Momentive Technologies, based in Strongsville, OH, is hiring a Quality Lab Technician to inspect and test materials, record results, and ensure conformance to customer specs. The role requires precise documentation and proactive deviation reporting.

Responsibilities include daily lab testing, sample preparation, equipment calibration, and data entry in SAP, with training 7:00 AM–3:30 PM for 2–4 months, then a rotating schedule: Sun 6:00 AM–5:30 PM and Mon–Thu 5:00 AM–1:30 PM.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with at least four years of proven analytical laboratory work experience, or a bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or Biotechnology from an accredited institution.
• Eligibility to access export controlled technical data and qualify as a U.S. person as defined by ITAR.

Responsibilities

• Work safely and follow all Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) rules, procedures, and safety policies.
• Ensure production and product quality meet or exceed internal and external customer expectations.
• Identify, report, and communicate deviations from quality standards.
• Correct quality issues when possible or accelerate promptly for root cause investigation and corrective action.
• Prepare materials, equipment, and work areas for the next shift.
• Complete any unfinished dispositions, data entries, and reports from the previous shift.
• Perform testing on incoming materials, in process samples, and final products according to established specifications.
• Determine product or material acceptability based on specifications and job knowledge.
• Properly label and identify all products and materials.
• Complete all required documentation accurately and on time.
• Notify appropriate personnel when materials or products fail to meet specifications.
• Document, classify, and disposition nonconforming materials and maintain appropriate traceability.
• Prepare samples for internal or external testing as needed.
• Operate lab testing equipment in accordance with Job Task Analyses (JTAs).
• Conduct daily equipment checks, upkeep, and calibration activities.
• Support Process Engineers and Manufacturing teams with testing or data needs.
• Complete Special Request testing in addition to routine production testing.
• Maintain and update test logs, SPC charts, repeatability studies, and other test data records.
• Assist in writing, reviewing, and updating JTAs and laboratory procedures.
• Enter and manage test results and documentation using SAP.
• Create reports and certifications as needed through SAP.
• Use Microsoft Excel for data entry, analysis, and calculations.
• Use Minitab for statistical reporting and data analysis.
• Create and revise documents using Microsoft Word.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Report equipment maintenance needs promptly.
• Order laboratory chemicals, supplies, and materials as needed.

Skills

Excel

Minitab

Lab testing

Data entry

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or Biotechnology

High school diploma or GED with 4 years lab experience

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About Momentive Technologies

Momentive Technologies applies advanced materials science to design and manufacture ultra-high-performance quartz materials, quartz crucibles, and ceramic products that are vital to a variety of high-growth end markets, including the silicon and compound semiconductor industries, electronics, and aerospace components. These solutions enable the production of logic and memory chips, power control devices and multiple systems for electric vehicles, integrated circuits, power control devices, data servers, and aerospace applications.

Recognized for the purity, performance, consistency and stability of its products, Momentive Technologies has been delivering innovative solutions for over 130 years and continues to impact emerging trends like electrification, digitalization, renewable energy and artificial intelligence. The Company, headquartered in Strongsville, Ohio, has operations across the globe and serves customers in more than 30 countries. For more information, visit www.momentivetech.com

Quality Lab Technician

The primary duties of the Laboratory Technician include inspecting/testing various materials to determine conformance to customer orders/specifications. In addition, accountability for properly recording, verifying, and reporting all these activities is expected.

Responsibilities

• Work safely and follow all Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) rules, procedures, and safety policies.
• Ensure production and product quality meet or exceed internal and external customer expectations.
• Identify, report, and communicate deviations from quality standards.
• Correct quality issues when possible or accelerate promptly for root cause investigation and corrective action.
• Prepare materials, equipment, and work areas for the next shift.
• Complete any unfinished dispositions, data entries, and reports from the previous shift.
• Perform testing on incoming materials, in process samples, and final products according to established specifications.
• Determine product or material acceptability based on specifications and job knowledge.
• Properly label and identify all products and materials.
• Complete all required documentation accurately and on time.
• Notify appropriate personnel when materials or products fail to meet specifications.
• Document, classify, and disposition nonconforming materials and maintain appropriate traceability.
• Prepare samples for internal or external testing as needed.
• Operate lab testing equipment in accordance with Job Task Analyses (JTAs).
• Conduct daily equipment checks, upkeep, and calibration activities.
• Support Process Engineers and Manufacturing teams with testing or data needs.
• Complete Special Request testing in addition to routine production testing.
• Maintain and update test logs, SPC charts, repeatability studies, and other test data records.
• Assist in writing, reviewing, and updating JTAs and laboratory procedures.
• Enter and manage test results and documentation using SAP.
• Create reports and certifications as needed through SAP.
• Use Microsoft Excel for data entry, analysis, and calculations.
• Use Minitab for statistical reporting and data analysis.
• Create and revise documents using Microsoft Word.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Report equipment maintenance needs promptly.
• Order laboratory chemicals, supplies, and materials as needed.

Required Education/Skills/Experience

• High school diploma or GED with at least four years of proven analytical laboratory work experience, or a bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or Biotechnology from an accredited institution.
• Eligibility to access export controlled technical data and qualify as a U.S. person as defined by ITAR.

Preferred Education

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical, or Biotechnology from an accredited university with experience measuring oxygen, carbon, surface area, and particle size distribution.

Hours:

• During the training period, this employee will report Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM. The training period is a minimum of 2 months, with possible extension up to 4 months.
• Following the training period, the employee will work a consistent 8.5-hour shift on Sunday, between 6:00 AM - 5:30 PM, and Monday - Thursday, 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM.

Our Quality Lab Technician will earn a competitive hourly wage. Not to mention all the amazing benefits available for employee selection as well.

Joining the Momentive team includes:

• Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Basic and Voluntary Life/AD&D Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program

Momentive Technologies is not just shaping materials; we're shaping the future. As a leader in the fused quartz, ceramics, and crucibles industry, we pride ourselves on innovation, precision, and excellence. When you join us, you'll be part of a dynamic team that's driving advancements in technology, research, and applications across various sectors.

EEO Statement

We treat all our associates and candidates as equals. We require all associates and managers to do so too and comply with employment laws and regulations. All personnel actions are conducted in the spirit of equal employment. We are committed to recruit, train, promote and retain associates without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.

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