Quality Lab Technician

Covestro AG; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Covestro is hiring a Quality Laboratory Technician to perform routine and non-routine laboratory testing under supervision, ensuring safe operation and accurate data reporting. The role supports development, product quality control, and process R&D initiatives in a 12-hour rotating schedule.

The ideal candidate will have an AST or AS in science with chemistry lab experience, familiarity with lab software systems, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Associates degree with 64 hours in science curriculum; chemistry labs required.
• 1 year general chemistry with labs for science majors.
• 1 year organic chemistry with labs for science majors.
• 1 college algebra or higher-level math course.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate lab processes and equipment for safe, efficient operation.
• Perform lab testing to analyze specific samples.
• Evaluate results and report findings.

Skills

Lab testing

Safety awareness

Data analysis

Cooperation

Education

Associate in Science

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

Tools

LIMS

Chromatography

Titration

MS Office

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

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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