Quality Lab Technician: Plastic Production & Process Support

Ravago; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Ravago in Baytown, TX seeks a Quality Technician to monitor and maintain product quality, support production, and prepare samples for testing. The role involves SPC data entry, color sampling, and ensuring cleanliness and safety in the lab environment.

You will assist with process adjustments, training staff, and adhering to Quality and Safety procedures, while supporting materials inspection and lab verifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent - required.
• 1-2 years of work experience in a manufacturing environment (plastic experience preferred).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to manage time, organize, and set priorities.
• Forklift experience required.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain quality of products produced at RMA Baytown.
• Provide production process support; able to shut down an extruder if necessary.
• Assist with re-work, formulation, SPC reaction plan adjustments and SOC changes.
• Prepare data for lot certifications and enter SPC data from off-line testing.
• Prepare customer samples for external testing and shipment.
• Conduct in-process color sample preparation and pigment adjustments.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and organization; perform equipment PMs and verifications.
• Support receiving staff with raw material inspection, testing and approval.
• Train and coach manufacturing personnel for in-process inspections.
• Follow Quality, Safety and Environmental Procedures; uphold Ravago Code of Conduct.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Forklift

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Ravago in Baytown, TX seeks a Quality Technician to monitor and maintain product quality, support production, and prepare samples for testing. The role involves SPC data entry, color sampling, and ensuring cleanliness and safety in the lab environment.

You will assist with process adjustments, training staff, and adhering to Quality and Safety procedures, while supporting materials inspection and lab verifications.