Quality Control Technician

ECKART; Painesville (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Events

Excellent Health & Welfare Benefits

Life Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Retirement Fund

Professional Development Programs &amp

Job summary

ECKART, a global specialty chemicals company, is seeking a Quality Control Technician in Ohio to ensure raw materials and finished products meet quality standards. You will conduct inspections, run tests, and verify materials against specifications while maintaining calibration and data records.

You will work cross-functionally with Production and Technical Services, use ERP systems for data entry, and apply color vision testing to confirm color accuracy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• An associate degree in science or related discipline is preferred.
• Two years of directly related experience can substitute an associate degree.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of incoming raw materials.
• Perform intermediate and finished product testing per work instructions.
• Develop lab blends for color matching and trial batches.
• Approve compliant materials and escalate nonconforming items.
• Verify materials meet quality specifications and customer requirements.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment and ERP data entry.

Skills

attention to detail

strong communication

multitasking

independent decision making

color vision test

Education

Associate degree in science or related discipline

Tools

SAP

Excel

Word

Job description

A team that is more than the sum of its parts

At ECKART, we are innovative because we believe things can be done better—and because we combine progress with long‑term stability. We are successful because people make the difference here. The foundation for this is our financial strength and shared values. Because we know: Only with openness and trust will teamwork continue to be the key to our shared success in the future. Specialty chemicals are our strength. And we make sure the chemistry between us is right, too. Find out for yourself!

Your Responsibilities

The Quality Control Technician performs testing and evaluation of raw materials and finished products to ensure product & process conformance to quality standards, product specifications, and other rquirements.

• Conduct inspections of incoming raw materials
• Perform intermediate and finished product testing in accordance with work instructions, test methods, and follow all other procedures
• Develop lab blends for color matching, material work-off, and trial batches
• Approves material which conforms to requirements and forwards any questionable items to Production or Quality Supervisor/Manager
• Verify adherence of materials to quality specifications & customer requirements
• Manage retained samples / ensure paperwork accuracy daily
• Conduct and ensure calibration of laboratory and plant equipment
• Utilize and maintain QC equipment and instrumentation (particle size analyzer, Inkometer, Brookfield viscometers, Zahn cups, pH meter, etc.)
• Performs stability checks to validate shelf life of materials
• Utilize ERP system and other software as needed to enter inspection, calibration, and sample results
• Data entry using various software programs to update information on material test results, material stabilities, release material and products
• Works with Technical Services and/or Production departments to resolve customer or material issues
• Utilize email to communicate with colleagues, customers, and other departments as necessary
• Must be able to discern color and brilliance confirmed by a color vision test
• Ability to perform algebraic equations
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to make independent decisions in accordance with instructions, procedures, and policies
• Detail oriented with solid organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and set priorities
• May be required to flex between labs (Bronze/Bonding, Ink QC) and working hours
• Use MS Word and Excel as required
• Performs filing and other administrative duties
• Cleans and maintains laboratory areas
• Other duties as assigned

Your profile

• High school diploma or equivalent, and an associate degree in science or related discipline; or two years of directly related experience, in lieu of an associate degree. Paint, coatings, chemical laboratory related experience preferred
• Six months experience with SAP and/or another ERP system preferred
• Able to perform all elements of job demand analysis for position

Contact Person

Stephanie Klinger

HR Team

Phone: [phone]

It’s worth working at ECKART.

• Company Events
• Excellent Health & Welfare Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Benefits
• Retirement Fund
• Professional Development Programs & Digital Learning Library

Discover ECKART – #DiscoverGoodChemistry

ECKART is a leading international manufacturer of metallic and pearlescent pigments as well as metallic printing inks. The products are used in numerous industries, including paints and coatings, plastics, printing, cosmetics, and functional applications. Intensive research and development activities, as well as a strong focus on customer needs, characterize the product portfolio. ECKART is part of the ALTANA Group and employs approximately 1,700 people worldwide.

ALTANA AG and its subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, cultural background, or any other characteristic protected by law.