Quality Lab Technician: Chemistry & Process Improvement

Synthomer plc; South Carolina; On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Parental leave

Pension contributions

Learning & development

Wellbeing program

Job summary

Synthomer plc in Chester, SC is seeking a Quality Laboratory Technician to perform quality testing and adjustments on materials including latex polymers and resins, ensuring compliance with specifications. You will operate analytical equipment and record results in SAP.

The role supports process engineers, investigates quality issues, participates in safety programs, and helps drive continuous improvement across manufacturing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary education is a plus.
• Knowledge of lab operations or basic chemistry background.
• Experience in manufacturing or chemical processing preferred.
• Strong communication and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate laboratory and analytical equipment to evaluate product quality.
• Report results and adjustments to batches in process in SAP.
• Record results in SAP Quality Module accurately and promptly.
• Support process engineers with data analyses for investigations.
• Collaborate with other facilities to share best practices.
• Verify certificates of analysis for raw materials on receipt.
• Maintain and calibrate lab equipment as assigned.
• Assist customer service with complaints and quality breaches.
• Participate in safety programs and support continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Independent worker

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Post High School Education

Tools

SAP

QIMacros

Excel

Job description

Synthomer plc in Chester, SC is seeking a Quality Laboratory Technician to perform quality testing and adjustments on materials including latex polymers and resins, ensuring compliance with specifications. You will operate analytical equipment and record results in SAP.

The role supports process engineers, investigates quality issues, participates in safety programs, and helps drive continuous improvement across manufacturing.