QC Lab Technician

The Quality Lab Technician has the primary responsibility for the sampling, testing, and monitoring the continuous process of manufacturing precipitated silica and silicates. The testing, evaluation, and release of the finished product is also included in these responsibilities.Monday to Friday 6:00am to 2:30pm (some weekends)Nature & ScopeMinimum 2 years equivalent lab experience OR minimum of an Associate degree in chemistry.Basic computer skills in MS Word, Excel, & PowerPoint. Experience with SAP would be a plus.Basic understanding of statistics. Ability to maintain accurate and timely plant analytical data files.Sound judgment skills to evaluate the testing results and respond in an appropriate manner to ensure product quality.This position requires sufficient independence to fulfill these activities with a minimum of supervision.Must be flexible to work shifts and weekendsResponsibilitiesPerform all laboratory functions in a safe manner and actively support the safety program.Collect and test samples (raw materials, in process, finished goods) following defined test methods.Document all results on the appropriate datasheets or in a lab notebook, as defined by procedures. Verify all results prior to entry into electronic databases.Make product approval decisions according to defined release criteria. Initiate Non-Conformance Reports and participate in out of spec investigations for off spec product; based on lab results or SPC (Statistical Process Control) review. This must be completed in a timely manner to meet customer orders. This includes managing the results database, SAP, SharePoint, etc.Accurately and efficiently report the test results to aid in production process or batch adjustments and perform any additional testing to minimize cross contamination from product changeovers. Assure that sample requests are quickly addressed and that lab testing promptly completed.Maintain the lab equipment and calibrations as required to ensure accurate and consistent results.Conduct required testing for Environmental and plant utilities to ensure compliance to permit requirementsAdhere to the procedures defined under the ISO-9001 certification and comply with BRC food safety certification requirements.Test R&D samples/programs following defined test methods, supporting the on-going projects from AT, Innovation, or PT to support patent work and new product development. All results must be entered into the LIMS system and record in the appropriate lab notebook for review sign-offs.Assist production of an excipient-grade product. Including loading and unloading of kilns. Followed by the milling and screening steps to put finished product into fiber drums for delivery to customers. Also perform basic preventive maintenance on equipment and write work notifications when necessary to keep equipment running efficiently.Maintain production retain samples following the established procedure.Participate in studies as assigned by the Global or Regional Reference labs, including the monthly Global standards testing program.Assist with completing internal audits and support on-site customer audits and ISO-9001/14001 and BRC Food Safety audits, as directed by Quality ManagerCompany DescriptionAt Genesis, we love people. Our mission is to be a blessing in all we do while putting people to work. We specialize in partnering with candidates and clients to bring the right people together to accomplish great things.Genesis Staffing provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Genesis Staffing and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://gtstaffing.com/privacy-policy/

Salary : $26 - $28