QA Lab Technician I — Entry-Level Quality Assurance & Testing

Potters Industries; Kingman (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Potters Industries is seeking a QA Lab Technician I to perform test procedures on finished products and report findings. You will work in a manufacturing environment, ensuring data integrity and adherence to quality specifications.

Responsibilities include identifying off‑spec production, maintaining calibration of test equipment, performing sieve analysis with Rotap, and generating COAs for shipments. A High School Diploma or equivalent and 1–3 years lab experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of quality assurance lab experience in manufacturing.
• Forklift operations certification preferred.
• Ability to use computer for data entry and reports.
• Understanding of plant safety systems and PPE.
• Team player with strong work ethic and organizational skills.
• Experience with Confined Space, Hot Work, Lockout/Tagout is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify off-spec production in lab analysis spreadsheet and Access database.
• Maintain records of non-conforming product disposition and calibrate test equipment.
• Inventory lab supplies weekly and ensure ISO 9001 standards are followed.
• Enter lab data into Access and Excel spreadsheets daily.
• Perform sieve analysis using Rotap and test raw materials as required.
• Prepare COAs for customer shipments.
• Promote safety and follow HSE rules.
• Investigate customer complaints and returns to find root causes.

Skills

Lab testing

Data entry

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associates Degree in Science

Tools

Access database

Rotap sieve

COA preparation

Job description

Potters Industries is seeking a QA Lab Technician I to perform test procedures on finished products and report findings. You will work in a manufacturing environment, ensuring data integrity and adherence to quality specifications.

Responsibilities include identifying off‑spec production, maintaining calibration of test equipment, performing sieve analysis with Rotap, and generating COAs for shipments. A High School Diploma or equivalent and 1–3 years lab experience are preferred.