Manufacturing Laboratory Technician

DuPont; Midland (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

DuPont is seeking a high-quality analytical data professional to release products in support of the Automotive business. The role focuses on analyzing samples, applying statistics, and ensuring data aligns with specifications.

You will collaborate across shifts and with manufacturing to maintain data integrity and quality management compliance. Ideal candidates have analytical lab experience, proficiency in Excel/Word, and familiarity with Sample Manager and OPD, with a commitment to EH&S and

Qualifications

• Previous analytical laboratory experience and/or technical training in analytical chemistry
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word, Sample Manager, and OPD
• Strong mathematical, statistical, and computer skills

Responsibilities

• Analyze samples according to the sample plan
• Prioritize and analyze special request samples
• Evaluate data against specifications using basic statistics
• Document, communicate, and archive results
• Follow retest/resample procedures
• Communicate information between shifts and manufacturing
• Participate in facility management including materials, housekeeping and waste per RCRA
• Promote teamwork and lead by example
• Utilize electronic tools (Sample Manager, OPD, Outlook, etc.)
• Identify opportunities to improve lab safety, quality, efficiency and reliability
• Provide professional communication to customers, coworkers, and leadership
• Maintain EH&S, ISO, IATF 16949 compliance and site quality management
• Pursue personal learning and complete training programs

Skills

Analytical laboratory experience

Statistics

Microsoft Excel

Strong math skills

Tools

Sample Manager

OPD

Microsoft Excel

Word

Job description

At DuPont, our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter. Whether its providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric vehicles, or protecting workers around the world. Discover the many reasons the world's most talented people are choosing to work at DuPont. Why Join Us | DuPont Careers

This job exists to provide high-quality analytical data to release products in support of the objectives and goals of the Automotive business. The following are some key job responsibilities:

• Analyze samples according to the sample plan
• Prioritize and analyze special request samples
• Using tools, evaluate validity of data, apply basic statistics, compare to spec limits, and take appropriate action
• Document, communicate, and archive results
• Follow appropriate retest / resample procedures
• Communicate role related information between shifts, day staff, and manufacturing
• Participate in facility management, including, but not limited to: managing materials & supplies, housekeeping, and managing waste in accordance with RCRA guidelines
• Promote an environment of teamwork while leading through example
• Utilize electronic tools (e.g. Sample Manager, OPD, task list, Outlook, e-MOC, COMPASS, Etc.)
• Identify and participate in plant initiatives opportunities to improve laboratory safety, quality, efficiency, and reliability
• Provide professional communication to customers, co-workers, and leadership
• Maintain compliance with all EH&S, ISO, IATF 16949, operating discipline, and site quality management system requirements
• Achieve personal learning needs utilizing the available learning resources.
• Complete lab and facility training program and maintain qualification on all applicable tests and quality
• Complete additional technical training in accordance with an employee development plan

Preferred Skills

• Previous analytical laboratory experience and/or technical training in analytical chemistry
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word, Sample Manager, and OPD
• Strong mathematical, statistical, and computer skills.
• Ability to interpret specifications, control charts, and quality data

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift 50 lbs.
• Able to work on feet for extended period of time (up to 75% of shift)
• Good manual dexterity and fine motor skills
• Able to work a reasonable amount of overtime per the contract and/or business needs
• Provide coverage on weekends, evenings, nights, and holidays as scheduled, on a regular basis

The role works on a forward rotating 7 & 2 schedule with 12 hour weekends.

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