QC Laboratory Technician - 2nd Shift

marmon; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Graver Technologies LLC in Newark, NJ is seeking a Quality Control Laboratory Technician to support manufacturing of Ion Exchange products. The role involves performing routine laboratory testing of raw materials and finished products, preparing COAs, and maintaining accurate records.

You will work on second shift, Mon-Fri 2:00 pm to 10:30 pm, and collaborate with the QC team to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards while developing methods and supporting instrument training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related science with 0–5 years in a lab environment.
• Associate's degree in Chemistry or related sciences with 3–10 years in a lab environment.
• High school education with 10–15 years in a lab environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and strong math skills.
• Knowledge of workplace safety and ability to follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform QC testing on raw materials and finished products.
• Prepare certificates of analysis (COA/COC) and origin (COO) for ion exchange products.
• Maintain accurate, retrievable records of materials analyzed.
• Develop or update test methods and SOPs as needed.
• Train and guide laboratory staff on instruments and methods.
• Ensure instruments and lab equipment are clean, calibrated, and functioning.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Safety procedures

Mathematics

Team collaboration

Analytical testing

Self-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Associate's degree in Chemistry

High school diploma

Tools

UV-Vis spectrophotometer

Surface area analyzer

Particle size analyzer

Job description

Graver Technologies LLC

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings-which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway- you'll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We're committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone's empowered to be their best.

Under broad supervision, conducts analyses and experiments on organic and inorganic substances to determine and evaluate their chemical and physical properties and to investigate their applications. May develop and apply new analytical approaches. May perform special long-term projects of a confidential nature and special analyses on non-routine samples. Provides consultation, training, and trouble-shooting for instrument, software, and engineering problems as required. Role typically requires between 3 and 5 years of experience.

Graver Technologies is a U.S. based company serving the industrial filtration, separation and purification needs of companies around the globe. We are located in Newark, NJ and we are seeking a Quality Control Laboratory Technician to work in our plant to support the manufacturing of of our Ion Exchange products.

This is a second shift position, the schedule will be Monday - Friday, 2 pm - 10:30 pm.

Job Purpose

Perform routine laboratory testing to support product quality, customer applications, and research & development initiatives within the Ion Exchange segment at our Newark, NJ location. This position will have a specific focus on Ion Exchange and resin technologies being utilized in the treatment/purification of a broad range of applications, including condensate polishing.

Position Responsibilities

• Perform all analytical QC testing on raw materials, finished products, specialty & routine raw material bead, Gravex and powdered testing as assigned.
• Keep Accurate and Retrievable Records of Material Analyzed in the QC Lab
• Perform QC testing and prepare certificates of analysis (COA)/conformance (COC) and origin (COO) for Ion exchange products.
• Ensure that results are available when needed for processing or shipment.
• Prepare products labels as assigned.
• Complete contract review forms (CRFs) for all orders.
• Provide Analytical Support for Laboratory Instrumentation
• Develop or update operating procedures for instruments and recommend improvements to instrument operation and any other test methods to facilitate simpler operation or improvement reliability of results as needed.
• Develop Knowledge and Understanding of Graver's Product Lines in the Customers' Applications
• Develop Complete Understanding of the Chempax QC Module
• Assist in the Development and Documentation of New Test Methods and Test Method Updates
• Provide Instrument and Method Training, and Guidance to Laboratory Staff
• Maintain Laboratory Equipment and Facilities in a Neat, Clean, Orderly and Professional Condition on a Daily Basis
• Work cooperatively with team members, associates and manager.
• Positively implement company policies, demonstrate good work ethics.

Qualifications and Skills

• A bachelor's degree in Chemistry (preferred) or other related sciences with 0-5 years of experience working in a laboratory environment
• OR
• An Associate's degree in Chemistry or other related sciences with 3-10 years of experience working in a laboratory environment
• OR
• A high school education (or equivalent) with 10-15 years working in a laboratory environment
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of workplace safety and ability to follow safety procedures as required
• Good understanding of mathematics
• Physical ability to do lifting and other work as required
• Knowledge of analytical equipment such as UV-Vis spectrophotometer, surface area analyzer, and particle size analyzer a plus
• Ability to be part of a small cohesive team
• Knowledge of work place safety and ability to follow safety procedures required
• Self-driven, results oriented

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law .

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.