Quality Control Technician

Clariant Corporation; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

PTO with carry-over

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

EAP Program

Spending and Savings Accounts

Life/AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Pet Insurance

Online discount Mall

Auto/Home Insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Legal Services Plan

Includes salary and annual incentive

Job summary

Clariant Corporation in Louisville, KY, is seeking a QC Technician to perform daily laboratory testing on materials and finished products. You will support QA, R&D, and manufacturing by analyzing samples with XRF, titrators, atomic spectroscopy, LECO, and ICP systems, ensuring compliance with specifications, and maintaining traceable records.

Requirements include a chemistry-related degree and 1–3 years in a quality-control or analytical lab.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical technology, laboratory science, or related discipline.
• 1–3 years in quality-control, analytical, industrial, or manufacturing laboratory.
• Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation such as XRF with fluxer, titrators, atomic spectroscopy, LECO analyzers, attrition-analysis equipment, or ICP systems.
• Ability to follow written procedures, interpret test results, troubleshoot routine issues, and maintain documentation.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety practices, quality systems, calibration requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory testing on raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products to verify compliance with quality, safety, and product specifications.
• Perform chemical and physical analyses using approved methods, including titration, spectroscopy, elemental analysis, attrition testing, and other laboratory techniques.
• Operate analytical instruments and laboratory equipment, including XRF with fluxer, titrators, atomic spectroscopy instruments, LECO high-temperature furnaces, and ICP systems.
• Accurately interpret, document, and communicate test results while maintaining complete records and sample traceability.
• Identify anomalous or out-of-specification results, perform initial troubleshooting, and escalate deviations according to established procedures.
• Support investigations into quality deviations and assist with corrective actions.
• Perform routine instrument calibration, verification, and basic maintenance with accurate records.
• Assist with development, validation, and implementation of laboratory test methods, QC procedures, and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with production, QA, and R&D to support manufacturing and resolve product-quality concerns.
• Maintain a clean, safe lab per SOPs, ISO requirements, and site safety standards.
• Monitor chemicals, consumables, and testing supplies for inventory and storage.
• Report safety incidents, near misses, equipment concerns, and testing issues promptly.

Skills

XRF with fluxer

Titrators

Atomic spectroscopy

LECO analyzers

Attrition-analysis equipment

ICP systems

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field

Job description

Job ID: 41754 | Location: Louisville, Kentucky, USA | Expected Salary Range*: $52,279.00 - $69,706.00 | Work Model: Onsite

The QC Technician performs daily laboratory testing of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products to support production, quality assurance, and research and development activities. This position ensures that materials and products meet established quality, safety, and performance specifications while maintaining accurate records and supporting the reliable operation of laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory testing on raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products to verify compliance with established quality, safety, and product specifications.
• Perform chemical and physical analyses using approved methods, including titration, spectroscopy, elemental analysis, attrition testing, and other laboratory techniques.
• Operate analytical instruments and laboratory equipment, including X-ray fluorescence (XRF) equipment with fluxer, titrators, atomic spectroscopy instruments, LECO high-temperature furnaces, and inductively coupled plasma (ICP) systems.
• Accurately interpret, document, and communicate test results while maintaining complete records and sample traceability.
• Identify anomalous or out-of-specification results, perform initial troubleshooting, and **escalate** deviations according to established procedures.
• Support investigations into quality deviations and assist with identifying appropriate corrective actions.
• Perform routine instrument calibration, verification, and basic maintenance while maintaining accurate calibration and equipment records.
• Assist with the development, validation, and implementation of laboratory test methods, quality-control procedures, and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with production, quality assurance, and R&D teams to support manufacturing activities and resolve product-quality concerns.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized laboratory in accordance with standard operating procedures, ISO requirements, and site safety standards.
• Monitor laboratory chemicals, consumables, and testing supplies to ensure adequate inventory and proper storage.
• Report safety incidents, near misses, equipment concerns, and testing issues promptly.

Requirements

• Associate or bachelor's degree in chemistry, chemical technology, laboratory science, or a related discipline; equivalent laboratory experience may be considered.
• One to three years of experience working in a quality-control, analytical, industrial, or manufacturing laboratory.
• Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation such as XRF with fluxer, titrators, atomic spectroscopy, LECO analyzers, attrition-analysis equipment, or ICP systems.
• Ability to follow written procedures, accurately interpret test results, troubleshoot routine laboratory issues, and maintain detailed documentation.
• Working knowledge of laboratory safety practices, standard operating procedures, quality systems, and calibration requirements.

Whats in it for you?

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurances
• Paid Holidays
• PTO time with a carry-over benefit
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• EAP Program
• Spending and Savings Accounts
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Online discount Mall
• Auto/Home Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Services Plan
• *Includes base salary and annual incentive bonus; final offer based on skills, experience and internal equity.

Mahogany McClurkin
Talent Acquisition Partner, NORAM
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Clariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company, which is concentrated and developed in three business units: Care Chemicals, Catalysts and Adsorbents & Additives. Our purpose as a company is reflected in our tagline "Greater chemistry - between people and planet", which considers the principles of customer, innovation and people orientation, as well as a focus on creating solutions to foster sustainability in different industries by offering high-value and high-performance chemical specialties.
At Clariant, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to our success. We strive to cultivate a workplace where all employees feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. Our diverse workforce allows us to tap into a wealth of perspectives, experiences, and capabilities that drive innovation. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for professional growth and advancement across all levels of the organization, based on objective criteria and regardless of gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, protected veteran status ,age, disability, sexual orientation or other aspects of diversity in accordance with the relevant governing laws. By bringing together talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints, we gain the agility to meet the evolving needs of our global customers and communities. Join our team to help advance our mission of fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive.

Clariant Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other protected class as established by law.

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