Lab Technician - 1st Shift

Vesuvius•, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Vesuvius is hiring a Lab Technician for its Chicago Heights, Illinois location. The role receives, tests, and analyzes production samples and raw materials, and supports activities related to Vesuvius Penn’s quality control programs. The technician performs quality inspections, maintains accurate quality records, supports audits and document control, and contributes to investigations and continuous improvement efforts.

Requirements

High school diploma.
MS Office computer skills.
Rudimentary math skills.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work safely.
Ability to interpret and understand technical documents.
Ability to work in an industrial manufacturing environment.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Collect, label, and test production samples and raw materials according to written test procedures.
Conduct quality inspections of finished goods.
Set up and calibrate equipment to ensure accurate testing.
Provide administrative support for the Quality program.
Assist with documenting written Work Instructions and Standard Operating Procedures.
Conduct internal audits.
Accurately record inspection and test results.
Maintain quality records, inspection reports, and calibration records.
Assist in preparing quality reports.
Support document control and revision activities.
Identify and document non-conforming products.
Participate in root cause investigations and corrective actions.
Assist with containment, rework, and disposition activities.
Follow up on corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
Support problem-solving activities using tools such as 5 Why Analysis and Fishbone (Ishikawa) Diagrams.
Participate in continuous improvement projects.
Assist with reducing scrap, rework, and customer complaints.