Quality Control Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

PTO with carry‑over

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

EAP Program

Spending and Savings Accounts

Life/AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Pet Insurance

Auto/Home Insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Legal Services Plan

Job summary

Clariant in Louisville, KY is seeking a QC Technician to support daily lab testing of materials, ensuring quality and safety specs. Onsite role with responsibilities spanning instrument operation (XRF, ICP, LECO), data documentation, and collaboration with production and R&D teams.

The position requires a chemistry-focused degree with 1–3 years in a QA/analytical lab, strong procedural discipline, and safety compliance. Competitive salary and benefits accompany the role.

Qualifications

• Degree in chemistry or related field; equivalent lab experience considered.
• 1–3 years in quality-control, analytical, industrial, or manufacturing lab.
• Hands-on with analytical instrumentation as listed.
• Follow procedures, interpret results, troubleshoot, and document.
• Safety practices, quality systems, calibration requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing of materials to verify quality and specs.
• Conduct chemical and physical analyses using approved methods.
• Operate instruments (XRF, ICP, LECO, etc.) and maintain records.
• Interpret and communicate results with traceability.
• Support investigations and corrective actions for deviations.
• Calibrate, verify, and maintain equipment.
• Assist with development and validation of test methods and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with production, QA, and R&D to resolve issues.
• Maintain clean, safe lab per SOPs and ISO standards.
• Monitor inventory of chemicals and supplies; report issues.
• Report safety incidents promptly.

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in chemistry / related discipline

Tools

XRF with fluxer

Titrators

Atomic spectroscopy

LECO analyzers

Attrition-analysis equipment

ICP systems

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. If you enjoy hands‑on laboratory work, solving technical problems, and seeing how your work directly supports product quality and manufacturing success, we encourage you to apply!

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 elevate 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.

What´s in it for you?

• 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
• 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.

We at Clariant are aware of our responsibility. Our purpose »Greater chemistry – between people and planet« describes the role we can play in the world if we align our thinking and all future decisions with it.