Quality Control Laboratory Technician Job

Bostik; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Bostik is seeking a Quality Technician in Kentucky to support QC testing and data integrity. You will input test results into SAP and escalate issues when specifications are not met, while collaborating with the Quality Manager and site teams to uphold Food Safety standards.

The role involves GMP/HACCP responsibilities, lab safety, and contributing to continuous improvement projects to ensure timely product releases and data accuracy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years laboratory/quality experience.
• High school diploma required; associate/bachelor preferred.
• Knowledge of statistics (Control Charting, SPC, Cp/Cpk).
• Ability to self-direct work.
• Attention to details and analytical skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite.
• Food Safety/HACCP certification preferred but expected within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Ensure QC testing per procedures and input results into SAP within QC time window.
• Elevate material issues out of specification to site management promptly.
• Participate in HACCP/GMP/Food Safety Team activities.
• Practice laboratory safety and maintain good housekeeping.
• Review and report production data.
• Manage nonconforming materials workflow from entry to closure.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects.
• Attend HACCP/GMP meetings and site reviews.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Self-direction

Education

High school diploma

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Quality Technician

Division : Bostik

Region: Americas

Job Title

Quality Technician

Situation in organisation (enclose a copy of your organisation chart)

This Position Reports to the Quality Manager in the plant or lab.

Job dimensions

• Ensure QC testing is completed per procedures and results are inputted into SAP accurately and within QC time window. When material issues arise (tested out of specification or process limits) elevate the issue to site management in a timely fashion.
• Actively participate in the NCMR process
• Participate as a member of HACCP/GMP/Food Safety Team

Activities

• Comply with all laboratory safety requirements and maintain laboratory using good housekeeping practices
• Practice Safe work habits in accordance with OSHA, EPA guidelines, and Bostik specific EHS expectations
• Prioritize testing based on customer requirements or R&D needs
• Properly document and report testing data
• Sample preparation and management per laboratory procedures
• Complete necessary calibration, certification, and pre-use processes required
• Complete required sample testing using lab equipment (Viscometer, Softening Point, Gardner, etc)
• Manage the nonconforming material process flow (entry, assignment, closure)
• Actively participate in continuous improvement projects
• Perform other assigned duties to support Quality Services and other processes
• Review and report production data
• Retain management
• Plant equipment calibration, etc.
• Attend all HACCP/GMP/Food Safety meeting
• Conduct GMP and Glass inspections

Context and environment

• The job involves laboratory work that is time critical, without compromise to data integrity.
• Customers are relying on accurate representation of product and release on time.

Accountabilities

• Data Accuracy / verification to ensure only material in specification is released for sale.
• On time testing to Release Dates
• Effective Communication when material may not get released on time
• Managing all Non Conforming Materials

Qualifications / Experience Required

• Minimum of 5 or more years of Laboratory and/or Quality Experience required.
• High school diploma required. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred, with preference given to chemistry, biology, or related fields
• Basic knowledge of statistics is preferred. Able to learn and understand basic statistics (Control Charting, SPC, Cpk, Cp, Std. Dev)
• Ability to self direct work and processes
• Demonstrate strong attention to details and display analytical skills
• Demonstrate competency with Microsoft Office suite
• Food Safety / HACCP Certification preferred but expected to become certified within 6 months of start