Laboratory Technician

Momentive Technologies•Strongsville, OH

14d

About The Position

About Momentive Technologies Momentive Technologies applies advanced materials science to design and manufacture ultra-high-performance quartz materials, quartz crucibles, and ceramic products that are vital to a variety of high-growth end markets, including the silicon and compound semiconductor industries, electronics, and aerospace components. These solutions enable the production of logic and memory chips, power control devices and multiple systems for electric vehicles, integrated circuits, power control devices, data servers, and aerospace applications. Recognized for the purity, performance, consistency and stability of its products, Momentive Technologies has been delivering innovative solutions for over 130 years and continues to impact emerging trends like electrification, digitalization, renewable energy and artificial intelligence. The Company, headquartered in Strongsville, Ohio, has operations across the globe and serves customers in more than 30 countries. For more information, visit www.momentivetech.com Quality Lab Technician The primary duties of the Laboratory Technician include inspecting/testing various materials to determine conformance to customer orders/specifications. In addition, accountability for properly recording, verifying, and reporting all these activities is expected.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and four years of proven analytical laboratory work experience measuring oxygen, carbon, surface area, and particle size distribution.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical, or Biotechnology from an accredited university with experience measuring oxygen, carbon, surface area, and particle size distribution.

Responsibilities

Work safely and follow all Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) rules, procedures, and safety policies.
Ensure production and product quality meet or exceed internal and external customer expectations.
Identify, report, and communicate deviations from quality standards.
Correct quality issues when possible or escalate promptly for root‑cause investigation and corrective action.
Prepare materials, equipment, and work areas for the next shift.
Complete any unfinished dispositions, data entries, and reports from the previous shift.
Perform testing on incoming materials, in‑process samples, and final products according to established specifications.
Determine product or material acceptability based on specifications and job knowledge.
Properly label and identify all products and materials.
Complete all required documentation accurately and on time.
Notify appropriate personnel when materials or products fail to meet specifications.
Document, classify, and disposition non‑conforming materials and maintain appropriate traceability.
Prepare samples for internal or external testing as needed.
Operate lab testing equipment in accordance with Job Task Analyses (JTAs).
Conduct daily equipment checks, upkeep, and calibration activities.
Support Process Engineers and Manufacturing teams with testing or data needs.
Complete Special Request testing in addition to routine production testing.
Maintain and update test logs, SPC charts, repeatability studies, and other test data records.
Assist in writing, reviewing, and updating JTAs and laboratory procedures.
Enter and manage test results and documentation using SAP.
Create reports and certifications as needed through SAP.
Use Microsoft Excel for data entry, analysis, and calculations.
Use Minitab for statistical reporting and data analysis.
Create and revise documents using Microsoft Word.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Report equipment maintenance needs promptly.
Order laboratory chemicals, supplies, and materials as needed.