Lab Technician

SHAMROCK TECHNOLOGIES INC•Henderson, KY

62d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lab Technician is responsible for ensuring that manufacturing processes and products produced meet the quality specifications that are laid out by the company. This role involves a variety of essential job duties focused on quality control, safety, and procedural adherence.

Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Minimum 3 years of work experience in a lab testing environment.
Excellent analytical / problem solving skills.
Effective communication skills.
Strong computer skills.
Strong basic mathematical skills.
Must be detail oriented.
Must be self-motivated and able to work under little or no supervision.
Demonstrated ability to multi-task effectively.
Must possess working knowledge of color formulations and standards.
Must pass Ishihara test (color blind test).
Bachelor’s degree in Math or Science.
At least two years of related experience required.

Responsibilities

Be certified to the Lab Technician training matrix.
Adhere to all site-wide safety regulations and procedures.
Review and update lab procedures as needed with Quality Manager.
Review any lab procedure changes with production as needed.
Calibrate and maintain cleanliness of testing equipment and lab spaces.
Housekeeping in lab area, quality lab, and overall Lab 5S.
Prepare specimens and samples for testing.
Keep accurate records of testing results.
Provide analysis of lab observations.
Maintain and track inventory of lab testing supplies and notify Quality Manager when supplies need to be procured.
Finished lot molding and testing (Testing should be completed within 3 (three) days of production completion).
Lab request testing, as per Lab Request Form (Operations and Lines Running takes priority).
Confirm all lab inspection sheets are in the trays for upcoming production lots.
File all completed lab paperwork.
Enter test data for Finished Goods COA/Transfer to unrestricted for shipping.
Determine when a production line should be shut down due to the production of non-conforming material.
Daily morning review of all 2-hour MFR data from previous 12 hours, confirming that there are no issues.
Report any issues to the Quality Manager/Plant Manager.
Ensure materials deemed non-conforming are placed on hold and quarantined for further investigation.
Notify the Quality Manager and Plant Manager when physical properties are out of spec.
Participate in plant safety walk-throughs; Assist in walking through department four times per shift with a focus on safety, process procedures, 5S/Cleanliness, and observing people behavior.
Attend and contribute to all production meetings.
Communicate with Customer Service for testing priority. (Day Shift only).
Attend OOR meeting daily and provide updates. (Day Shift only).
Communicate MFR/pellet issues with Production CO (2-hour MFR tests). (All Shifts).
Complete Lab Tech Checklist. (Daily at the beginning of each shift).
Complete WH/Lab Checklist on the weekends.
Coordinate/Maintain sample retention areas and lab testing paperwork.
Complete Quality Manager Daily Checks for all lines in absence of Quality Manager. (Day Shift only).
Support Warehouse and Production as required by production levels.
Assist production with Start-Ups and Changeovers - Hot Gear Required (Training provided).
Manage calibration records and due dates with Quality Manager.
Support Customer concerns and complaints with Quality Manager.
Follow process and interactions.
Other duties as assigned by Management.
Receiving, labeling and safely storing samples to be tested.
Determining and performing tests needed for the analysis and report.
Recording tests and analyses and then reporting the results.
Discussing and answering any questions regarding the results.
Organizing and storing samples in accordance with all safety and other requirements to ensure the safety of personnel and integrity of the sample.
Cleaning and maintaining lab equipment, including recalibration of equipment.
Maintaining equipment records and daily work logs.
Staying current on technical and scientific advances in their field.