Quality Control Lab Technician - D Shift

Seaman Corporation; Wooster (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Volunteer time off (VTO)

Paid holidays

Company performance bonus

Job summary

Seaman Corporation in Wooster, OH seeks a Quality Control Lab Technician to join our Night shift team on a 4:3 rotation. This role reports to the QC Supervisor and ensures safe, efficient operation of the QC Lab.

Responsibilities include testing materials at various production stages, recording results, and supporting Lean Sigma initiatives. The position requires a high school diploma/GED and 1 year of related experience, with ability to lift up to 30 lb.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum one year related experience or training.
• Ability to frequently lift up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 30 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities including close and color vision.

Responsibilities

• Operate QC Lab safely and efficiently during shift.
• Test and inspect materials at stages of production to meet requirements.
• Maintain quality control documentation and data reports.
• Coordinate with Inspection and Shipping for special orders and timely shipment.
• Participate in Lean Sigma initiatives and 5S improvements.

Skills

Safety awareness

Quality mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Oracle lab release

Lab Tracker

Tensile tester

Colorimeter

Excel

Word

Job description

At Seaman Corporation, every associate is instrumental to our success. Become a part of our growing team!

Who We Are

At Seaman Corporation, we are dedicated to creating and supplying quality, high-performance fabrics that protect our planet, our people, and our customers. From humble beginnings in 1949 to a multi-million-dollar organization, this family-owned business has grown to be a leading manufacturer in highly durable coated fabrics, supplying products to customers around the globe.

Every Seaman Corporation associate plays a valuable role in our company’s continuous growth. We believe by investing in the right people and resources, we can drive sustainable growth across the entire business.

Seaman Corporation products are composed of proprietary knitted or woven base fabrics and coating formulas to produce high performance roofing systems, geomembrane liners, truck tarps, architectural structures, and much more. We work exclusively with authorized fabricators, designers, consultants, engineers, and installers for quality solutions start to finish.

What We Offer

• Company performance bonus in addition to base salary
• Professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement, course training, and networking
• A competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off (PTO), volunteer time off (VTO), and paid holidays
• Fun and engaging activities including department outings, holiday parties, and our annual company-wide dinner

Seaman Corporation is seeking a Quality Control Lab Technician join our Operations team on Night shift! This position will report to the Quality Control Supervisor in Wooster, OH.

As of March 1, 2026, we have transitioned to a 24/7 rotation with a 4:3 schedule. Must be able to work within that schedule. Day shift will be 7a-7p; night shift will be 7p-7a

Position Summary

The Quality Control Lab Technician will be responsible for the safe, smooth, and efficient operation of the QC Lab, during shift. Tests and inspects materials at various stages of the production process to ensure end product meets or exceeds customer requirements. Will assist and take direction from the QC Supervisor to ensure all areas of responsibility run efficiently.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Promote safety and safety awareness by following posted safety and security procedures; log at least 1 safety program participation point a month to ensure awareness and engagement with the safety program; must respond quickly to emergencies in order to prevent injury and damage to personnel and equipment; ensure standard operating procedures are followed, monitored; ensure adherence to company policy and regulations.
• Have a good understanding of standard product fabrics; comprehend and interpret product specifications; log and compile data reports and evaluate results to ensure quality and product reliability, using experience and intuition.
• Perform and verify physical testing of product at specified stages in the production process, as specified in the lab specification. Testing may include operation of a tensiometer, thickness gauge, scale, flame chamber, radiofrequency welder, hot air welder, gloss meter, ruler, colorimeter, die press, oven, heated water bath, and other equipment as assigned.
• Alert appropriate Line personnel of test results in a timely manner; notify supervisor promptly of unresolved problems or when testing equipment malfunctions occur.
• Maintain quality control documentation; interpret shipping priority list and coordinate daily product testing; work efficiently with Inspection and Shipping Departments to handle special orders and instructions and ensure timely shipment of product to customer.
• Utilize Oracle programs to enter and maintain product information, such as Lab Release, Shipment Priority Report, and Inspection Report; use Lab Tracker to log data for coating process, inspection, and R&D; Map 4.0 software for Thwing Albert tensiometer; use EasyMatchQC software for the HunterLab colorimeter; utilize Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word to maintain database, reports, etc.; scan paper records and store electronically.
• Participate in and promote Corporate Lean Sigma Initiative by actively participating in Kaizen Events; ensure 5S is completed according to schedule; maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Recommended minimum one year related experience and/or training: or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision and Color vision.

Preferred Qualifications

• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic computer knowledge for Oracle lab release and manufacturing software, Lab Tracker, tensile tester, colorimeter, Excel spreadsheets and Word documents, file management, and have the ability to complete online training programs as required.

COMPETENCIES [Standard for all roles]

Do What’s Right

• Safety: Safety is our priority and everyone’s responsibility. If you see something unsafe, you are called to say something.
• Customer Focus: We are in business for the customer. Our (internal and external) customers deserve our focus and we can create solutions that solve their needs.
• Integrity: Our words and actions reflect our values and we hold respect for all individuals.

Work Together

• Collaboration: We must share openly with one another, listen actively, and seek to understand the needs of our colleagues. We will respect diversity and work to find common ground.
• Teamwork: We will trust the person and attack the process.

Create Solutions

• Entrepreneurism: Act with a spirit of entrepreneurism, challenge the status quo, and find innovative solutions to our obstacles.
• Continuous Improvement: Everyone is an advocate for continuous improvement. Be willing to learn something new and accept that failure is a part of the process.
• Results: At the end of the day, results are what drive us forward. Hold yourself accountable to remove roadblocks and focus on the outcome over the activity.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: No

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: <5%

Seaman Corporation is an EEO Employer.

Seaman Corporation provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants based on experience, training, education, and ability to do the available work without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry, or any other status protected by law.

Seaman Corporation is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

If you require reasonable accommodation, as a candidate for employment, please inform Human Resources.