Quality Control Lab Technician

Socket.dev; Donora (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Company-paid life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Career growth opportunities

Team-oriented work environment

Job summary

RETAL PA LLC is seeking a Quality Control Lab Technician to verify product quality against established standards and to monitor production processes. You will use mechanical and electrical measuring tools and maintain accurate records for all tests.

The role requires attention to detail, basic math, and familiarity with ISO, GMP, or HACCP quality systems. This on-site position offers a 24/7 rotating shift schedule in a 12-hour night shift environment.

Qualifications

• Verifies product compliance with quality standards.
• Maintains testing equipment and documents results.
• Analyzes trends and suggests corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quality inspections and verify product compliance with specs.
• Monitor production and analyze trends to identify corrective actions.
• Operate and maintain mechanical and electrical measurement tools.
• Maintain documentation of procedures, tests, and results.
• Sample and test materials at various production stages.

Skills

Quality inspections

Documentation accuracy

Analytical skills

Math skills

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s or Bachelor’s in chemistry/biology or related field preferred

Tools

Laboratory equipment handling

Job description

Description

RETAL PA LLC is currently seeking a Quality Control (QC) Lab Technician to join our team. As a QC Lab Technician, you will be responsible for verifying product compliance with established quality standards. Key duties include conducting quality inspections, maintaining testing equipment, monitoring production processes, and using both mechanical and electrical measuring tools to assess quality. You’ll also be tasked with analyzing trends and recommending corrective actions as needed.

Work Schedule

This position is required to work the following schedule in our 24/7 production facility. Rotating 12-hour shifts, steady nights (7:00 pm to 7:00 AM). Your 2-2-3 schedule will consist of the following each 2-week period:

Week 1: Work Monday, Tuesday; off Wednesday, Thursday; work Friday, Saturday, and Sunday

Week 2: Off Monday and Tuesday; work Wednesday, Thursday; off Friday, Saturday, and Sunday

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct quality inspections and verify product compliance with internal and customer specifications.
• Monitor production and analyze trends to identify and recommend corrective actions.
• Operate and maintain mechanical and electrical measurement tools.
• Adhere to established protocols and experimental procedures.
• Evaluate customer specifications and determine sampling criteria.
• Conduct and interpret quality assurance testing.
• Perform routine lab maintenance and upkeep.
• Maintain accurate documentation of procedures, tests, and results.
• Sample and test materials at various stages of the production process.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required, Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, or a related field preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in a QC/QA laboratory environment preferred.
• Familiarity with standard lab testing methods and equipment.
• Knowledge of quality systems such as ISO, GMP, or HACCP.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Strong analytical and basic math skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant computer applications.

What We Offer

At RETAL PA, LLC, we value our employees and offer a competitive benefits package to eligible employees, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Opportunities for training, development, and career growth
• A team-oriented work environment in a growing manufacturing organization

Benefit eligibility and effective dates may vary based on employment status and plan requirements.