Quality Control Technician

8797 ACS U.S.A., LLC; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Axalta in High Point, NC is seeking an experienced QC Technician for the 2nd shift to perform quality control testing on raw materials, in-process materials, and finished solvent-borne coatings to ensure products meet established quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of QC laboratory experience in chemical manufacturing, hands-on testing skills, and a strong emphasis on data integrity and continuous improvement within a GMP/GLP environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of QC laboratory experience in chemical manufacturing, coatings, paints, resins, polymers, or related industries.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field.
• Strong laboratory testing, analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience with solvent‑borne coatings and quality systems preferred.
• Strong communication, teamwork, attention to detail, and data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform QC testing of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished solvent-borne coatings.
• Maintain 100% adherence to QW methods, SOPs, specifications, and data integrity requirements.
• Test key parameters including viscosity, solids, density, color, gloss, dry time, and application properties.
• Support timely and accurate batch release and identify/escalate OOS, OOT, and quality deviations.
• Support and drive continuous improvement and quality improvement projects.
• Analyze quality data and trends to identify recurring issues and improvement opportunities.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, calibration, documentation, and audit readiness.
• Follow all EHS, GMP/GLP, quality, and documentation requirements.
• Support training and development of QC technicians and promote a strong quality-first culture.

Skills

Lab testing

Analytical thinking

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field

Job description

Summary

We are seeking an experienced QC Technician to join our 2nd shift team in High Point, NC. This role is responsible for performing quality control testing on raw materials, in-process materials, and finished solvent-borne coatings to ensure products meet established quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in chemical manufacturing quality control, hands‑on laboratory testing experience, and a commitment to data integrity, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM

Overtime: Occasional overtime based on business needs

Key Responsibilities

• Perform QC testing of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished solvent-borne coatings.
• Maintain 100% adherence to QW methods, SOPs, specifications, and data integrity requirements.
• Test key parameters including viscosity, solids, density, color, gloss, dry time, and application properties.
• Support timely and accurate batch release and identify/escalate OOS, OOT, and quality deviations.
• Support and drive continuous improvement and quality improvement projects.
• Analyze quality data and trends to identify recurring issues and improvement opportunities.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, calibration, documentation, and audit readiness.
• Follow all EHS, GMP/GLP, quality, and documentation requirements.
• Support training and development of QC technicians and promote a strong quality-first culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of QC laboratory experience in chemical manufacturing, coatings, paints, resins, polymers, or related industries.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field.
• Strong laboratory testing, analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience with solvent‑borne coatings and quality systems preferred.
• Strong communication, teamwork, attention to detail, and data analysis skills.

Our Company

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever‑evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles. Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.

Axalta may use technology‑assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support certain aspects of the recruitment and selection process. These tools may be used to help manage applications, identify job‑related qualifications, and assist recruiter review. All hiring decisions involve human oversight and review.

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We consider an individual’s qualifications, skillset, and experience to determine final salary. This role is eligible for benefits such as health insurance and paid time off. The actual offer will be at the company’s sole discretion and determined by relevant business considerations, including the final candidate’s qualifications, years of experience, skillset, and geographic location. This is an active opening for which we are recruiting to fill immediately.

Axalta is a global coatings company focused on providing customers with innovative, colorful and sustainable solutions. With more than 150 years of experience in the coatings industry, Axalta continues to find ways to serve more than 100,000 customers with the finest coatings, application systems and technology.