Quality Lab Technician ( Chem Assistant Testing )

Holcim Ltd.; Arkansas; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Medical, Dental, Disability and Life

Paid time off & holidays

Educational assistance

Job summary

Amrize North America Inc. is seeking a Quality Lab Technician (Chem Assistant Testing) in North Arkansas to perform quality testing of materials and finished products, document results, and ensure compliance with ISO9001. The role requires hands-on lab work, instrument calibration, and teamwork with process engineers.

You will train teammates, manage nonconformities, and support investigations while adhering to safety protocols in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Field of study: Any STEM field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs required product quality testing and documents results.
• Follows safety directives and PPE requirements.
• Tests and inspects raw materials and components for quality and reliability.
• Operates, maintains, calibrates, and checks analytical instruments.
• Provides training on test methods and equipment maintenance.

Skills

QMS ISO 9001

Lab equipment

Data analytics

Continuous improvement

Root cause problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma

Any STEM field

Tools

COA

Job description

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Quality Lab Technician ( Chem Assistant Testing )

Requisition ID: 17561

Location: N. Prescott, AR, US, 71857

Position type: Full-time / Salary

COMPANY OVERVIEW
Amrize is building North America. From bridges and railways to data centers, schools, offices and homes, our solutions are inside the buildings and infrastructure that connect people and advance how we live. And we invite you to come and build with us.

As the partner of choice for professional builders, we offer advanced branded solutions from foundation to rooftop. Wherever our customers are, whatever their job, we’re ready to deliver. Our 19,000 colleagues work across 1,000 sites supported by an unparalleled distribution network. Infrastructure, commercial and residential, new build, repair and refurbishment: We’re in every construction market.

Amrize listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the SIX Swiss Exchange on June 23, 2025, following our spinoff as an independent company. Join us and build your ambition.

Elevate is committed to providing the highest quality commercial roofing, wall and lining systems to solve our customers’ challenges, grounded by a 45-year legacy of proven experience. Our mission is to deliver solutions that save time, perform reliably and protect our communities. We are devoted to building partnerships rooted in trust in reflection of our Elevate promise that Nobody Covers You Better™.

We’re seeking a Quality Lab Technician ( Chem Assistant Testing ) who’s ready to be part of a people‑first company offering best‑class products, exceptional training, and deep industry pride—all built to help our partners and team succeed.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Performs required product quality testing, documents results, and follows all safety and PPE directives. Works with minimal direction from Manager or Lead; has some latitude in

determining work objectives and goals.

WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH

• Adheres to the environmental, safety, and health policies and procedures, and suggests
  continuous improvement ideas for quality management systems.
• Works well with teammates and is able to complete additional tasks required from quality managers or process engineers.
• Tests and inspects Raw Material, EPDM and Accessory at various stages of the production process to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products.
• Performs all lab procedures including printing labels, testing, and complete and accurate
  record keeping.
• Tests products at specified stages in the production process for a variety of qualities such as Viscosity, Solids, Density, MDR, Mooney, Tensile, Elongation, Shelf Stability, raw material etc. Be able to interpret data to make sound decisions.
• Identifies and labels nonconforming material to be reworked or as scrap.
• Supports investigations of customer complaints and production issues.
• Operates, maintains, calibrates, and checks analytical instruments and equipment.
• Provide training to new teammates on test methods and equipment maintenance to insure compliance of ISO9001 certification.
• Determines supply needs for the quality laboratory, and purchase supplies.
• Helps determine conformity of raw material and product through testing or COA.
• Maintains nonconformity database.
• Work as a team to document, control, and disposition of any nonconformities.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Education:

• High School Diploma Required

Field of Study Preferred:

• Any STEM field

Required Work Experience:

• 5-10 years in a manufacturing QC Laboratory environment
• Industry experience in EPDM, Roofing, rubber, plastics, or chemical processing preferred
• Key Skills: QMS (ISO 9001, ASTM), lab equipment, data analytics, continuous improvement, root cause problem-solving.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to work on your feet for long periods of time. Regularly operates a computer, computer accessories, phone and specialized lab equipment.
• Proven ability to lead and develop technical teams, strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Preferred Working experience with Six Sigma principles (Green/Black Belt), 5S principles, and Root Cause Analysis.
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests

WHAT WE OFFER

Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance

Holistic Health & Well-being programs

Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care

Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts

Paid time off & paid holidays

Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)

Educational Assistance Program

BUILDING INCLUSIVE WORKSPACES
At Amrize, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. We’re seeking builders, creative thinkers and innovators. Come put your expertise to work while developing the knowledge and skills to drive your career forward. With us you’ll have the chance to build your ambition!

Amrize North America Inc. takes pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Amrize North America Inc, and its respective subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. Amrize Canada Inc. is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.Amrize North America Inc. participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email [e-mail]. This email address should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals. In Ontario, our organization/business is committed to fulfilling our requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Under the Act, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.