Quality Control Technician

Synerfac Technical Staffing; Wayne (PA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Synerfac Technical Staffing seeks a Quality Control Technician in Wayne, PA. Training on 1st shift (6:30 AM–3:00 PM, Mon-Fri) leads to a 12-hour night shift (7:00 PM–7:00 AM) on a 2-2-3 rotating schedule, ~84 hours biweekly. Pay is $23/hour and PPE rules apply.

Responsibilities include sample prep and testing (LECO Solids, ICP-OES, X-Ray Fluorescence), adherence to ISO/IEC 17025 and IATF 16949, data entry in LIMS/ITS, and calibration of instruments.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Solid understanding of wet chemical techniques for inorganic analysis.
• Working knowledge of analytical instruments used in QC labs.
• Familiarity with ISO/IEC 17025 and IATF 16949 quality standards.
• Able to follow onsite PPE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and test samples from raw materials, in-process, and finished products using techniques like ICP-OES, XRF, and other analytical methods.
• Maintain lab practices aligned with ISO/IEC 17025 and ISO/TS 16949 standards.
• Enter and export data in LIMS and ITS systems with accuracy.
• Write clear lab procedures and prepare calibration standards with verification.
• Calibrate and maintain lab instruments and ensure data integrity.
• Adhere to health, safety, and PPE requirements and report incidents.
• Support LEAN initiatives (5S, SOPs, CI, Kaizen) to sustain a LEAN lab.
• Collaborate with plant staff to identify continuous improvement opportunities.

Skills

Wet chemistry

Analytical instruments

Quality standards

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Quality Control Technician

Location: Wayne, PA

Pay: $23/hour

Shift: Training on 1st shift, 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM, Monday-Friday. Upon completion of training, transitions to 12-hour night shift, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM, on a 2-2-3 rotating schedule (approximately 84 hours biweekly).

Responsibilities

• Perform sample preparation and testing on raw materials, in-process, and finished catalyst samples using techniques such as LECO Solids, ICP-OES, Particle Size Distribution, PGM Dispersion, Thermo-Gravimetric Analysis, Surface Area, and X-Ray Fluorescence
• Maintain good laboratory and measurement practices in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025 and ISO/TS 16949 standards
• Accurately enter and export sample data using the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and Inventory Tracking System (ITS)
• Write clear laboratory procedures and prepare ICP calibration standards with independent verification
• Calibrate and maintain lab instruments, and distinguish between good and bad data
• Follow all Health and Safety/environmental procedures, including PPE requirements, and report incidents or near misses
• Support housekeeping standards and participate in LEAN initiatives (5S, SOPs, CI, Kaizen) to sustain a LEAN lab environment
• Collaborate with plant employees and identify opportunities for continuous improvement

Job Requirements

Required Education, Skills, and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• Detailed understanding of general wet chemical techniques for inorganic analysis
• Good working knowledge of analytical instrumental techniques used within QC labs
• Awareness of ISO/IEC 17025 and IATF 16949 quality standards
• Ability to comply with onsite PPE requirements, including steel-toe boots (lab jacket, safety hat, glasses, and gloves provided)

Preferred Education, Skills, and Experience

• Prior lab technician experience (entry-level candidates with some lab tech experience will be considered)