QA Technician I Job

Arkema SA; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkema is seeking a laboratory technician for the Mulberry, Florida Chemical Facility. The role involves preparing solutions, handling sample retains, and maintaining housekeeping while ensuring QA compliance.

You will perform tests, document results, manage ERP/CRM entries for raw materials and batches, and support customer orders during off-hours. A science background and SAP familiarity are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 1 year of experience working in a technical lab OR Bachelor’s Degree in a Science discipline is required.
• DOT and IMDG training experience preferred.
• SAP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and refill lab solutions and solvents as needed.
• Proper handling, maintenance and disposal of sample retains per QA instructions.
• Restock lab supplies and notify QA Manager of needs.
• Safe work practices and use of PPE; maintain housekeeping standards.
• Run tests according to method and document results in QA database.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Verbal and written communication

Math and chemistry basics

Team and independent work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent with 1 year lab experience

Bachelor’s Degree in a Science discipline

Chemistry degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

ACTIVITIES

• Prepare and refill all lab solutions and solvents, as needed.
• Proper handling, maintenance and disposal of sample retains, per applicable work instructions.
• Restock lab supplies as needed. Check lab inventories and notify the QA Manager of needs.
• Proper disposal of waste pails and solvents, as needed.
• Maintain required laboratory housekeeping standards.
• Perform customer service duties during off-hours, including receipt and processing of customer orders.
• Functions as plant security monitor during off business hours.
• Safe work practices; proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Special Projects as designated by QA Management and other job duties, as assigned.
• Analysis and documentation of calibration standards and audit samples.

For incoming Raw Material

• Analyze materials delivered by certified vendors per the standard procedures for receiving, testing, and verification ensuring that all incoming material meets requirements as listed in QA database.
• Enter all results into the QA database, if applicable.
• If materials that dot not meet specified requirements, notify the QA Management for approval or material disposition.
• Enter Purchase Order receipts of incoming raw material into ERP/CRM Database, if applicable.

For Manufactured Products

• Generate product formulations (Process Orders) for the Production department using ERP/CRM Database and Excel formulations
• Make sure all products do not exhibit non-typical properties that may fall under the required specifications before disposition.
• Run all tests according to specified test methods to ensure that produced material meets the requirements before disposition to a storage tank, drums, tank truck, or railcar. If not, make recommendations to production to adjust the material into specification, if possible.
• If a situation arises where a product formulation or procedure does not make provisions for an adjustment to bring material into specification, contact QA Management for guidelines.
• When batches are completed, enter the batch receipt into ERP/CRM Database.

For Outgoing Shipments

• Run all tests according to specified test methods to ensure products meet all customer specifications before approval is given for loading.
• Print domestic bill of lading for shipments. Check pertinent customer information on domestic and international bill of landing before the material is certified.
• Ensure that the appropriate SDS is attached to the bill of lading.
• If required, generate a Certificate of Analysis for the material being shipped.

CONTEXT AND ENVIRONMENT

• Position based in Mulberry, Florida Chemical Facility.
• Requires some physical work that can involve routine lifting, climbing, bending, stooping, crouching, and standing for long hours.
• Must be able to safely perform all the duties of the job
• Ability to safely lift up to 40lbs.
• Must be able to pass a post-offer/pre-placement drug screen, background check, job-related pulmonary function test. (Must also follow facial hair guidelines.)

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Must be self-motivated with a can-do attitude.
• Ability to work independently and with a team, required.
• Attention to detail and accuracy are critical.
• Strong analytical skills, required.
• Must be proficient in math and possess knowledge of basic chemistry, lab equipment/instrumentation, standard lab, and safety procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, required.
• Must be able to become proficient with lab related software and equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• High School Diploma, or equivalent, with 1 year of experience working in a technical lab OR Bachelor’s Degree in a Science discipline, is required. (Chemistry degree, preferred.)
• Department of Transportation (DOT), and International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG) training experience, preferred.
• SAP experience, preferred.

Who we are?

Arkema is a world leader in Innovative Materials for a Sustainable World with the ambition to become a pure Specialty Materials player.

We thrive as One Arkema, comprised of many businesses and brands including Bostik, ArrMaz, and more! and operating with a global reach in 55 countries with more than 20,700 employees. Each one contributes to positioning Arkema as a recognized leader of specialty chemicals and advanced materials, reporting annual sales of €9.1 billion, of which 3.1% allocated to R&D for 1,800 researchers in 17 R&D centers.

If you pursue excellence, love innovation and are inspired by challenges, we encourage you through www.arkema.com to learn more about our values – Solidarity, Performance, Simplicity, Empowerment, and Inclusion – and how we concentrate on advances in bio-based and recyclable materials, new energies, water management, electronic solutions, lightweight materials and design, home efficiency and insulation.

Changing the world requires the right formula. The right formula consists of our innovative and sustainable materials, and you. Join us to develop the materials of tomorrow and make a difference together.

What are you made of?

The legal information below pertains specifically to positions posted in the United States

however we strive for diversity, equity and inclusion in all the countries that we hire. Arkema Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arkema Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting and hiring.

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