Quality Control Lab Technician – Day Shift (Silicones)

Shin--etsu-Silicones-of-Americ; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Shin-Etsu Silicones of America, Inc. is seeking a full-time Quality Control Lab Technician in Akron, OH to perform and document product testing across silicone materials used in aerospace, automotive, medical, cosmetics and electronics.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a lab setting. Responsibilities include testing materials, documenting results, operating lab equipment, and collaborating with colleagues to meet workloads.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or a related science.
• 2+ years working in a chemical and/or physical testing laboratory.
• Experience with testing polymers, silicones, or other plastics.

Responsibilities

• Test silicone products, raw materials, and developmental samples according to test methods.
• Accurately document and report results.
• Operate and maintain testing equipment (two-roll mill, heated presses/ovens).
• Coordinate with coworkers to complete team’s workload.
• Maintain clean and organized shared workspaces.
• Follow safety procedures and use PPE.
• Write or improve procedures as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor or Team Lead.

Skills

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Dependable

Punctual

Teamwork

Equipment operation

Written & verbal communication

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related science

Tools

Two-roll mill

Heated presses/ovens

Laboratory testing instruments

Job description

Shin-Etsu Silicones of America, Inc. is seeking a full-time Quality Control Lab Technician in Akron, OH to perform and document product testing across silicone materials used in aerospace, automotive, medical, cosmetics and electronics.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a lab setting. Responsibilities include testing materials, documenting results, operating lab equipment, and collaborating with colleagues to meet workloads.