Quality Lab Technician – Precision, Impact, Hybrid Work

Wacker Chemical Corporation USA; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Parental leave

401(k) with company match

Education Assistance

Hybrid work arrangements

Job summary

Wacker Chemical Corporation USA seeks a Lab Technician-Quality to perform tests on raw materials, in-process materials, and finished goods, ensuring compliance with quality standards. The role supports R&D, manufacturing, and QA while maintaining equipment and documenting results.

Candidates should have an associate degree in a scientific field and 1–3 years of lab or QA experience; knowledge of GMP/ISO is favorable and strong data integrity is essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Chemistry or related field preferred.
• 1 to 3 years of lab, quality control, or manufacturing testing experience preferred.
• Experience in silicone, polymer, medical device, cosmetic, chemical, or specialty materials desirable.
• Understanding of lab testing techniques and analytical equipment.
• Knowledge of GMP and ISO requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and data integrity.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data systems.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical, chemical, and analytical testing on raw materials, in-process, and finished products.
• Record, review, and report laboratory data using software systems and good documentation practices.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Support nonconformances and RCA investigations.
• Assist with process validation and qualification activities.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Data integrity

Analytical thinking

Documentation practices

Education

Associate degree in Chemistry

Equivalent laboratory experience

Tools

Electronic data management systems

Laboratory equipment calibration

Job description

Wacker Chemical Corporation USA seeks a Lab Technician-Quality to perform tests on raw materials, in-process materials, and finished goods, ensuring compliance with quality standards. The role supports R&D, manufacturing, and QA while maintaining equipment and documenting results.

Candidates should have an associate degree in a scientific field and 1–3 years of lab or QA experience; knowledge of GMP/ISO is favorable and strong data integrity is essential.