Quality Lab Technician

Covestro; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Covestro is seeking a Quality Laboratory Technician to perform routine and non-routine laboratory testing safely and efficiently, generating data to support development and quality control. The role involves 12-hour rotating shifts, data analysis, and collaboration with the production unit to improve processes.

Candidates should have an AA/AS in science with 64 science hours or a high school diploma with equivalent science coursework, chemistry labs, and math. TWIC eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• AA or AS in science field with 64 science credits and lab exposure.
• 1 year of general chemistry with labs for science majors.
• 1 year of organic chemistry with labs for science majors.
• 1 college algebra course or higher-level math.
• TWIC eligibility within a reasonable timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate lab processes and equipment for safe, efficient operation.
• Perform routine and non-routine lab testing and analyze samples.
• Evaluate results and report findings accurately.
• Provide corrective action for questionable results.
• Support production unit with non-routine tasks.
• Conduct process tests to improve unit operations.
• Process data with laboratory software and databases.
• Maintain and decontaminate lab instruments and equipment.
• Handle chemicals safely and maintain a safe work environment.
• Collaborate with team and contribute to lab safety and compliance.

Skills

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Overtime willingness

Basic computer skills

Rotating shift

Education

AA/AS in science related degree

64 science credit hours

General chemistry with labs

Organic chemistry with labs

College algebra or higher

High school diploma alternative

TWIC eligibility

BS in Chemistry (preferred)

Tools

LIMS

Chromatography

Titration equipment

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We are Covestro. We are curious. We are courageous. We are colorful. We refine chemical material solutions with game-changing products. Let us empower you to push boundaries. Join us and our 18,000 colleagues now and together we will make the world a brighter place.

What We Offer

The Quality Laboratory Technician performs routine and non-routine laboratory testing correctly and safely. They report the data accurately and in an efficient time frame. They also generate and evaluate samples in the laboratory according to instructions to support development, product quality control and process research & development programs under the supervision of the lab leader.

This role works a 12-hour rotating schedule.

Major Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate the Lab processes and equipment to ensure a safe and efficient operation
• Perform appropriate laboratory testing to analyze specific samples
• Evaluation of results and reporting
• Responsible for appropriate corrective action to the questionable test results
• Provide non-routine support to the production unit
• Perform process test aimed at improving unit operations
• Process data with computer software (data bases)
• Performing minor maintenance of laboratory instruments
• Lab and Equipment cleaning and decontamination
• Responsible for safely handling chemicals in laboratory
• Maintain a safe working environment
• Ability to work co-operatively/collaboratively with others
• Approval of raw materials and finished goods
• Sales release & Marketing

Basic Qualifications

• Associate of Arts in Science related degree and the following requirements
• 64 hours in a science curriculum.
• 1 year of general chemistry with labs for science majors.
• 1 year of organic chemistry with labs for science majors.
• 1 college algebra course or higher-level math course. OR;

OR

• High School diploma and the following requirements:
• 64 hours in a science curriculum
• 1 year of general chemistry with labs for science majors
• 1 year of organic chemistry with labs for science majors
• 1 college algebra course or higher-level math course
• The eligibility to apply for and obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) within a reasonable timeframe

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
• Five years of lab experience
• Experience with lab software systems (e.g. LIMS, Chromatography, Titration)
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook & OneNote)

Knowledge & Skills

• Ability to physically perform the required operations in a safe manner
• Ability to work a rotating shift or other work schedule
• Basic Computer Skills
• Critical thinking and analytical skills
• Ability and willingness to work overtime (scheduled and unscheduled)

Equal Employment Opportunity

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