Quality Laboratory Technician - Plastics Testing & QA

Asahi Kasei Plastics North America, Inc.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Asahi Kasei Plastics North America, Inc. is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform ongoing testing to ensure production quality for mechanical and visual specs.

The role also conducts additional testing at the request of the Technology group or Quality Leader. The incumbent will run standard molding and testing per work packets, perform PMs and calibrations, and maintain a tour-ready lab while adhering to lean, ethical and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Polymer/manufacturing associate degree preferred.
• 2–5 years plastics lab experience preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office and SAP.
• Good color vision required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct standard molding and testing as called out on work packets and Technical Work Requests in a timely manner.
• Perform assigned PMs and calibrations.
• Keep the laboratory tour-ready.
• Follow all standard laboratory work instructions and test methods.
• Ensure activities comply with lean, ethical and regulatory requirements including IATF 16949 / ISO 17025 / ISO 14001.
• Promote a safe work environment for self and others.
• Take initiative to resolve issues before they become problems.
• Seek continuous improvement through periodic assessments.

Job description

Asahi Kasei Plastics North America, Inc. is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform ongoing testing to ensure production quality for mechanical and visual specs.

The role also conducts additional testing at the request of the Technology group or Quality Leader. The incumbent will run standard molding and testing per work packets, perform PMs and calibrations, and maintain a tour-ready lab while adhering to lean, ethical and regulatory standards.