Quality Lab Tech: Materials & Testing Specialist

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; New London (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

401(k) with company contribution

Product discounts

Flexible time off

Adoption benefits

ERGs

Job summary

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is seeking a laboratory tester to perform routine and complex testing on raw materials and finished products. You will operate and maintain lab equipment, record data, and prepare documentation to ensure compliance with specifications.

The role supports trials, production runs, and new material evaluations, while collaborating with production, sourcing, and quality teams to resolve issues. A high school diploma and 1–2 years of experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1–2 years in a laboratory, analytical testing, manufacturing quality, or quality assurance environment is preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine testing of incoming raw materials and finished products.
• Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory, analytical, mechanical, and electrical testing equipment.
• Record, review, and communicate test results, identifying deviations.
• Evaluate incoming raw material loads for compliance with quality requirements.
• Maintain laboratory records and prepare COAs and BOLs as needed.
• Support trials, production runs, and material evaluations as directed.

Skills

Basic mathematical skills

Lab skills

Organizational/time management

Written/verbal communication

MS Office

MES/Blue Yonder familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MES

Blue Yonder

Job description

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is seeking a laboratory tester to perform routine and complex testing on raw materials and finished products. You will operate and maintain lab equipment, record data, and prepare documentation to ensure compliance with specifications.

The role supports trials, production runs, and new material evaluations, while collaborating with production, sourcing, and quality teams to resolve issues. A high school diploma and 1–2 years of experience are preferred.