Manufacturing QA Technician - 1st Shift

KIK Consumer Products•Ludlow, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

KIK Consumer Products is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician 2 to perform analytical and physical tests on raw materials, in-process materials, and finished goods. The role takes ownership of documentation, retains, and routine investigations; interprets data; communicates results to production; and helps maintain lab systems, calibration, and retention programs. This is a fully onsite, first-shift position near Ludlow, Massachusetts, scheduled Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with Friday overtime as needed. Applicants must currently live within a reasonable daily commuting distance of Ludlow, MA. The pay rate is $22.00.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of quality, laboratory, or QA experience in a manufacturing or chemical environment, including hands-on wet chemistry or analytical testing.
Ability to read and interpret technical documents, product specifications, drawings, and standard operating procedures.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word for data entry, trending, and basic reporting.
Strong documentation skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tests and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work in an industrial environment with fumes and chemicals while wearing required PPE.
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds with assistance.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or college chemistry coursework.

Responsibilities

Perform analytical methods, including titrations and other wet chemistry, according to company procedures and project guidelines, delivering timely and accurate results.
Test raw materials and finished products for physical and chemical properties to verify compliance with quality specifications and drawings or specifications.
Document findings, conclusions, and recommendations in lab notebooks, spreadsheets, and quality systems, and communicate out-of-specification conditions to production and quality leadership.
Maintain the Quality Retain / First Sample Retention Program, including correct labeling, storage, and disposition of retains and test samples.
Maintain laboratory cleanliness and organization, and order and track lab supplies and reagents as directed.
Perform routine instrument checks and basic calibrations on balances, pH meters, titration equipment, and other instruments; document calibration activities.
Participate in internal investigations and basic root cause analysis for nonconforming product, documenting test data and supporting corrective actions.
Support safety and housekeeping initiatives and follow lab and plant safety programs.