Quality Control Tech I: Lab & Material Testing

U.S. Silica; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Silica is seeking a Laboratory Quality Control technician at the Middleton, TN site. You will collect samples, monitor product quality, enter data, and ensure safety and accuracy in daily tasks.

The role requires a high school diploma, 1 year of similar capacity (mining preferred), basic computer skills, and strong verbal/written communication. Physical endurance and occasional lifting are required. On-site position offering stable hours.

Qualifications

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills required for data entry and record keeping.
• Must be able to work safely and follow safety rules.
• Physical ability to stand for long periods and perform climbing/heavy lifting as needed.

Responsibilities

• Must work in a safe manner and enforce safety rules with other employees.
• Conduct SLAM prior to performing each task.
• Ensure that samples are taken regularly and accurately.
• Prepare daily paperwork and enter data into computer.
• Monitor the collection of raw storage building samples and mill samples every day by the Lab techs.
• Monitor material quality to ensure product is within specified parameters.
• Obtain product samples for main office once per month.
• Obtain samples for special customer requests and spec products
• Monitor dust and pH levels in product.
• Perform product density test, hardness test, moisture test, and oil/water absorption tests.
• Maintain shift paperwork on all samples.
• Ensure lab is clean and orderly
• Report any problems with product to lead person and manager
• In addition to the above, tasks and projects may be added on a temporary or permanent basis as deemed necessary by management

Skills

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Safety awareness

Physical endurance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

U.S. Silica is seeking a Laboratory Quality Control technician at the Middleton, TN site. You will collect samples, monitor product quality, enter data, and ensure safety and accuracy in daily tasks.

The role requires a high school diploma, 1 year of similar capacity (mining preferred), basic computer skills, and strong verbal/written communication. Physical endurance and occasional lifting are required. On-site position offering stable hours.