Quality Technician Job

The Arkema Group; Paulsboro (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on training

Team-first environment

Stable work with growth opportunities

Job summary

The Arkema Group is seeking a Laboratory Technician in New Jersey to perform quality control testing, document results, and maintain calibration of laboratory equipment. You will enter data into SAP and collaborate with production to resolve issues, supporting continuous improvements in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have lab experience, a relevant degree, and strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and Word.

Qualifications

• Prior laboratory experience required.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred in chemistry, biology, engineering, or related disciplines.
• Basic statistical knowledge including SPC, control charts, Cp/Cpk, and standard deviation concepts.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quality control testing using laboratory equipment and approved procedures and accurately enter results into SAP within required timelines.
• Investigate out-of-specification results, support root cause analysis, and partner with production and other functions to resolve quality issues.
• Prioritize, perform, document, and report testing activities while maintaining data integrity and compliance with laboratory procedures.
• Maintain laboratory equipment calibration, sample management, retain inventories, and nonconforming material processes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives while working closely with production teams to meet customer and manufacturing requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Independence

Excel

Word

SPC

Control charts

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in chemistry/biology/engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

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Schedule: 1 st shift (7:00am – 3:30pm Monday – Friday, with overtime as needed)

Why Apply Today?

$29 - $31 Hourly wage depending on experience

Hands-on training + strong, team-first environment — you’re never on your own

If you’re looking for stable work, hands-on training, and a supportive team where safety comes first—this is your opportunity.

At Bostik, you’ll be part of an organization that values its people. With plenty of training and advancement opportunities, you will be supported to thrive and grow within our global network.

Our values guide how we work every day—not just what we say.

Inclusion: Everyone deserves to feel respected, supported, and heard.

Safety & Support: We prioritize safe work practices, proper PPE, clear procedures, and incident reporting without hesitation.

Empowerment: Training is provided, expectations are clear, and learning is encouraged.

Teamwork: Success is built through communication, collaboration, and shared responsibility.

Apply now and start building a long-term career with us!

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct quality control testing using laboratory equipment and approved procedures and accurately enter results into SAP within required timelines.

Investigate out-of-specification results, support root cause analysis, and partner with production and other functions to resolve quality issues.

Prioritize, perform, document, and report testing activities while maintaining data integrity and compliance with laboratory procedures.

Maintain laboratory equipment calibration, sample management, retain inventories, and nonconforming material processes.

Support continuous improvement initiatives while working closely with production teams to meet customer and manufacturing requirements.

Qualifications:

Even if you do not meet all the requirements below, we encourage you to apply. We value diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives.

Prior laboratory experience required .

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred, with preference given to chemistry, biology, engineering, or related disciplines.

Basic statistical knowledge preferred, including SPC, control charts, Cp/ Cpk , and standard deviation concepts.

Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word.

Explore the links below to learn more about life at Arkema and Bostik!

Who we are? Arkema is a world leader in Innovative Materials for a Sustainable World with the ambition to become a pure Specialty Materials player.

We thrive as One Arkema, comprised of many businesses and brands including Bostik, ArrMaz, and more! and operating with a global reach in 55 countries with more than 20,700 employees. Each one contributes to positioning Arkema as a recognized leader of specialty chemicals and advanced materials, reporting annual sales of €9.1 billion, of which 3.1% allocated to R&D for 1,800 researchers in 17 R&D centers.

If you pursue excellence, love innovation and are inspired by challenges, we encourage you through www.arkema.com to learn more about our values – Solidarity, Performance, Simplicity, Empowerment, and inclusion – and how we concentrate on advances in bio-based and recyclable materials, new energies, water management, electronic solutions, lightweight materials and design, home efficiency and insulation.

Changing the world requires the right formula. The right formula consists of our innovative and sustainable materials, and you. Join us to develop the materials of tomorrow and make a difference together. What are you made of?

The legal information below pertains specifically to positions posted in the United States, however we strive for diversity, equity and inclusion in all the countries that we hire.
Arkema Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arkema Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting and hiring.

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