Night-Shift Quality Technician: Industrial Lab & QA

RHI Magnesita N.V.; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

RHI Magnesita N.V. is seeking an entry-level Quality Technician to join our on-site team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will perform laboratory testing, verify product specifications, and help ensure consistent quality for refractory materials used in steel, cement, and advanced manufacturing applications. The role emphasizes hands-on quality control, accurate documentation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to support continuous improvement and operational

Qualifications

• Experience in quality control, laboratory testing, manufacturing, or a related technical environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to clearly document, communicate, and report findings.
• Strong collaboration across teams and safety/quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical and chemical testing of refractory materials to verify product specifications.
• Conduct quality evaluations including density, porosity, and compressive strength testing.
• Inspect products throughout the manufacturing process to ensure quality standards.
• Document test results and maintain quality records and reports.
• Identify quality concerns and assist with corrective and preventive actions.
• Participate in root cause investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Quality control

Laboratory testing

Manufacturing

Documentation

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

RHI Magnesita N.V. is seeking an entry-level Quality Technician to join our on-site team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will perform laboratory testing, verify product specifications, and help ensure consistent quality for refractory materials used in steel, cement, and advanced manufacturing applications. The role emphasizes hands-on quality control, accurate documentation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to support continuous improvement and operational