QA Lab Technician I AR

Rockline Industries; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockline Industries is seeking a QA Lab Technician to perform sampling, testing, and data reporting to ensure product quality and safety. You will operate diverse lab equipment, support environmental monitoring, and help maintain documentation and inventory on the production floor and in the lab.

The role involves training other lab technicians, contributing to process improvements, and adhering to safety standards within Rockline's RRITE values.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant external experience or 1 year of internal Rockline/Iatric experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Preferred experience with electronic database systems and ERP systems for QA release functions.
• Excellent verbal, written, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform sampling, preparation, and testing of finished products, raw materials, environmental swabs, incoming water, and air.
• Operate laboratory equipment such as autoclaves, petri films, agar plates, Celsis rapid microbial detection, UV Vis, autotitrators, FTIR, TOC analyzers, pH meters, and more.
• Support environmental monitoring programs and operational validation activities.
• Conduct data entry, reporting, and communication of results using Excel and Infinity.
• Monitor and maintain lab material inventory and ensure proper documentation of in-house standards and solutions.
• Evaluate new or modified testing and measurement equipment.
• Participate in laboratory investigations and process improvement activities.
• Assist in training other lab technicians as needed.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and adhere to the Chemical Hygiene Plan.
• Verify metal detector checks performed by operations.
• Demonstrate commitment to Rockline's RRITE Values: Renew, Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Verbal & written communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

ERP systems

Electronic databases

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Perform sampling, preparation, and testing of finished products, raw materials, environmental swabs, incoming water, and air.
• Operate laboratory equipment such as autoclaves, petri films, agar plates, Celsis rapid microbial detection, UV Vis, autotitrators, FTIR, TOC analyzers, pH meters, and more.
• Support environmental monitoring programs and operational validation activities.
• Conduct data entry, reporting, and communication of results using Excel and Infinity.
• Monitor and maintain lab material inventory and ensure proper documentation of in-house standards and solutions.
• Evaluate new or modified testing and measurement equipment.
• Participate in laboratory investigations and process improvement activities.
• Assist in training other lab technicians as needed.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and adhere to the Chemical Hygiene Plan.
• Verify metal detector checks performed by operations.
• Demonstrate commitment to Rockline's RRITE Values: Renew, Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant external experience or 1 year of internal Rockline/Iatric experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Preferred experience with electronic database systems and ERP systems for QA release functions.
• Excellent verbal, written, and analytical skills.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Frequent standing/walking; occasional sitting, bending, twisting, kneeling, climbing, pushing/pulling, and reaching.
• Repetitive hand and foot movement.
• Work environment includes occasional noise >85db, hot and cold temperatures.
• Good visual acuity with depth perception and color vision.

Work Environment

• Laboratory, production floor, and office settings.
• G Shift/ Wednesday 12AM-6AM, Thursday - Saturday 6PM-6AM

Why Join Us? At Rockline, we value safety, teamwork, and excellence. As a QA Lab Technician, you will play a vital role in ensuring the quality and safety of our products while contributing to a collaborative and innovative work environment.

Rockline is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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