Lab Technician

IKO • Kankakee, IL

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About The Position

IKO Industries Ltd. is seeking a Lab Technician to perform quality testing on asphalt roofing shingles and raw materials. The role involves collecting and compiling samples from different stages of production, preparing physical analyses and reports, and recording data for use by the Quality Assurance Engineer, Engineering Department, and Superintendents. The Lab Technician follows laboratory quality-control standard operating procedures and maintains accurate records while adhering to quality and safety programs. The position also supports data gathering for quality standards and may contribute to research, quality-assurance, and other projects in collaboration with production and engineering.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in a QC/QA laboratory.
• Strong commitment to Health, Safety and the Environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 programs, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Willingness to learn and ability to follow instructions and take direction.
• Solid problem-solving and action-planning skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to make independent and sound decisions.
• Solid interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Natural Sciences.
• Experience in a heavy manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform required testing of asphalt roofing shingles and raw materials.
• Collect and compile samples at different stages in the production process for physical analysis and reporting.
• Prepare basic laboratory reports by recording necessary data on charts, graphs, and forms for the Quality Assurance Engineer, Engineering Department, and Superintendents.
• Follow and adhere to Laboratory Quality Control SOPs.
• Maintain good record-keeping practices and strictly adhere to quality and safety programs.
• Gather relevant data as requested by the Quality Assurance Engineer and Senior Manufacturing team to help ensure quality standards are met.
• Undertake other projects and assignments related to research and quality assurance as assigned.
• Work with production and engineering on special projects as directed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $50,000–$58,000.
• Competitive health and benefit plan.
• Competitive matched retirement savings program.
• Opportunity to join a continuously growing organization focused on Diversity and Inclusion.
• Opportunity to work with an industry leader in manufacturing.
• Competitive compensation and health care.
• Progressive and challenging workplace.
• Commitment to teamwork and integrity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed