What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Control Technician position at Pride Health?
The Science Team at Pride Health is currently supporting a client in the Material Science industry and is having the Quality Control Technician in Cottage Grove, MN
Position Summary:
We are seeking Quality Control Technician to support an analytical chemistry laboratory responsible for ensuring the quality of materials produced in both a large-scale chemical manufacturing facility and a chemical pilot plant. This role involves testing incoming raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products as part of product release activities. The position offers opportunities to support pilot-scale development projects, evaluate new testing methodologies, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratory. This is a fast-paced, collaborative environment where timely and accurate analytical results are critical to manufacturing operations and product quality.
Additional Details:
Pay range: $18 - $21/hour on W2 as per your experience
Contract Length: 3 Months with the possibility of extension
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform and report analytical testing results for quality control purposes on manufactured products and raw materials.
- Conduct testing on incoming raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
- Calibrate and maintain analytical instrumentation to ensure reliable performance.
- Support the evaluation and implementation of new analytical methods developed by R&D teams.
- Conduct measurement system analyses and other quality assurance activities.
- Independently prioritize incoming samples and laboratory workload to meet operational requirements.
- Collaborate with manufacturing engineers, chemists, and laboratory personnel to communicate testing status, results, and any challenges encountered.
- Identify and communicate out-of-specification results and assist with investigations as needed.
- Perform basic troubleshooting of laboratory equipment and instrumentation and escalate issues when appropriate.
- Maintain accurate laboratory documentation and data records in accordance with established procedures.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Experience using laboratory data management, reporting, or analysis systems.
- Hands-on experience with:
- Titrations
- Gas Chromatography (GC)
- Liquid Chromatography (LC/HPLC)
- Associated sample preparation techniques
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
- Basic understanding of statistical principles used in quality control environments.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Pride Health offers eligible employees’ comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.
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About Us
Russell Tobin is a leading minority-owned professional and technical recruitment and staffing advisory organization.
We are comprised of specialized practices focusing on a variety of skill sets and industries. Having a depth and breadth of industry expertise, our subject matter experts are able to provide tailored and swift sourcing solutions to fulfill client hiring needs. In other words, we connect top talent with companies.
We are the staffing arm of the Pride Global network, a minority-owned integrated human capital solutions firm, with additional offerings in vendor management, payroll programs, and business process optimization.
As a certified minority-owned business, Pride Global and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now - are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.
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Salary : $18 - $21