Technician, Quality

Vibrantz Technologies Inc.; King of Prussia (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global provider in specialty chemicals is seeking a Quality Technician for their King of Prussia facility. The role involves performing various physical, chemical, and electrical tests on materials to ensure quality standards are met. Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma or GED with experience in lab testing. Join a company committed to innovation and customer satisfaction in the chemical manufacturing industry.

Qualifications

• Exposure to algebra and chemistry is preferred.
• Experience in test lab or instrumental analysis is beneficial.
• Ability to perform standard chemical, physical and electrical tests accurately.

Responsibilities

• Perform various chemical, electrical, and physical tests on materials.
• Document and communicate test results and non-conformities.
• Support the quality department through project responsibilities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Manual dexterity

Education

High school education or GED

Job description

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About Vibrantz Technologies

Vibrantz Technologies (“Vibrantz” or “Company”) is a leading global provider of specialty chemicals and materials solutions whose purpose is to bring color, performance and vibrancy to life. Every day, our employees, the products we make, and our valued customer partnerships are inspired by this purpose. Serving customers globally, our innovations are trusted in a variety of advanced materials, color solutions and performance coatings applications to enhance the hue, functionality, safety and environmental footprint of everyday consumer products. Our key competencies in particle engineering, glass and ceramic science and color technology enable benefits like more durable vehicles and batteries, easier-to-clean appliances, energy efficient roof tiles and bricks, stronger and more decorative glass, and eco-friendly paints. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Vibrantz has over 60 manufacturing facilities and sales offices on six continents and employs roughly 4,000 individuals. We are building a strong, shared culture that is rooted strongly in our six core values that focus on safety, our people, customers, excellence in all we do, environmental stewardship, and integrity, ethics, and trust. And we are intent upon fostering a workplace that engages employees’ heads, hands and - uniquely - their hearts.

About Vibrantz Technologies

Vibrantz Technologies (“Vibrantz” or “Company”) is a leading global provider of specialty chemicals and materials solutions whose purpose is to bring color, performance and vibrancy to life. Every day, our employees, the products we make, and our valued customer partnerships are inspired by this purpose. Serving customers globally, our innovations are trusted in a variety of advanced materials, color solutions and performance coatings applications to enhance the hue, functionality, safety and environmental footprint of everyday consumer products. Our key competencies in particle engineering, glass and ceramic science and color technology enable benefits like more durable vehicles and batteries, easier-to-clean appliances, energy efficient roof tiles and bricks, stronger and more decorative glass, and eco-friendly paints. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Vibrantz has over 60 manufacturing facilities and sales offices on six continents and employs roughly 4,000 individuals. We are building a strong, shared culture that is rooted strongly in our six core values that focus on safety, our people, customers, excellence in all we do, environmental stewardship, and integrity, ethics, and trust. And we are intent upon fostering a workplace that engages employees’ heads, hands and - uniquely - their hearts.

Vibrantz is owned by American Securities, a leading U.S. private equity firm that invests in market-leading North American companies with annual revenue generally ranging from $200 million to $2 billion and/or $50 million to $200 million of EBITDA. American Securities and its affiliates have approximately $23 billion under management and are based in New York with an office in Shanghai.

For more information, please visit www.vibrantz.com and www.american-securities.com.

Reporting into the Quality Supervisor, the Quality Technician position will be based out of our King of Prussia, PA site and will be responsible for performing QC duties on raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods under supervised conditions. Also, the Quality Technicial will aid in testing of materials in support of technical services, process engineering, and R&D.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of chemical, electrical, and physical tests on raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods.
• Record test results on lot records.
• Document all non-conforming test results and communicate findings to Supervisor and/or Lead.
• Approve reported testing results.
• Enter sample data into QC database towards the creation of Certificates of Analyses.
• Provide QC testing support of preliminary tests (off mill or in process) and more advanced or multi-step testing.
• Preliminary testing can include all intermediates and finished goods. Solids, viscosity and FOG (fineness of grind) are principal preliminary tests.
• Advanced or multi-step testing responsibilities which may include, but is not limited to, the following areas:
• Rheological (includes viscosity)
• Physical (includes adhesion, screen printing or visuals, solderability)
• Electrical (includes sheet resistance, resistivity, conductance, voltage breakdown, dielectric constant, dissipation factor, surge, TCR)
• Thermal (includes TGA, DSC, TMA)
• Support the quality department through participation in short and long-term project responsibilities.
• May provide training to qualify and other support personnel.
• Incoming Inspection support
• Input sample data into database and perform various lab techniques such as Surface Area, PSD, and Moisture Analysis.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, worksheets, and lot records.
• Clean and organize the laboratory. Participate in the 5S Program.
• Communicate to quality leadership and manufacturing personnel the status or disposition of raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods as required.
• Understand proper handling, labeling, and disposal of hazardous materials and their contents.
• Understand proper use of PPE and job-related safety equipment.
• May be assigned responsibility for disposal of lab waste such as hazardous materials (wipes, substrates, etc.)
• Demonstrates continuous effort to improve lab operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality customer service.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Experience:

• High school education or GED is required, preferably with exposure to algebra and chemistry.
• Experience in test lab or instrumental analysis including courses in physical sciences or a related field. Other combinations of experience and education, which meet the minimum requirements, may be substituted.
• Excellent hand eye coordination and the ability to make precise measurements using both manual devices and automated equipment.
• Ability to make arithmetical computations (multiplication, division, percentage calculations, addition, and subtraction).
• Ability to perform standard chemical, physical and electrical tests accurately and evaluate results.
• Follow oral and written instructions exactly and prepare simple written reports on the results of lab tests performed.
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
• Work is performed in an office and/or laboratory environment.
• Knowledge and use of Microsoft Office programs such as Excel, Word, Power point, and Access.
• Demonstrates a high level of ownership/commitment to achieve results.
• Effectively presents and receives information both orally and in writing.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs, stand/sit for extended periods of time, and be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment such as respirator, gloves, safety glasses and lab coats.
  
  

Preferred Experience:

• Knowledge of elementary principles, practices, and techniques of chemical, physical and electrical testing.
• Knowledge of the operation and care of laboratory equipment (including oven and belt furnaces).
• Prior Experience in using or operating dimensional Measurement Machines (e.g. CMM, Micro-Vu or other similar equipment’s) would be a plus.
  
  

Hours/Shift:

• First shift, Typically 7:00AM – 3:30PM
  
  

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

The physical demands and working conditions are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Vibrantz Technologies Inc. (“Vibrantz”) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Vibrantz strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, gender, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law

Location

King of Prussia, PA

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Vibrantz Technologies Inc. (“Vibrantz”) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Vibrantz strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, gender, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance

• Industries

  Chemical Manufacturing

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