QA/QC Technician

ITW • Houston, TX

5d

About The Position

The QA/QC Technician performs laboratory analyses, sampling, record keeping, and reporting. The technician conducts tests according to company procedures and customer requirements, communicates regularly with the laboratory supervisor and operations team to resolve issues promptly and apply methods consistently, maintains laboratory spaces and equipment, and prepares finished-stock samples for special operations. Other duties may be assigned by supervision.

The position operates in a controlled environment, with noise from refrigeration equipment. Exposure to plant-area conditions is rare and occurs only when entering the plant. The technician must be willing to work eight-hour shifts on a rotating schedule that changes every four weeks, and must follow established safety procedures. Work includes using laboratory testing equipment and various hand tools. Constant noise requires the use of earplugs.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Sufficient reading and writing ability to follow work-order instructions, document findings thoroughly, and communicate findings to manufacturing.
• Basic math skills, including the ability to calculate and enter roll data on appropriate forms.
• Ability to use and read a tape measure.
• Ability to learn to operate laboratory equipment, including Instron, thickness, tear, puncture, and hardness testers.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Sufficient visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and visually inspect produced rolls for defects.
• Ability to recognize sounds of moving equipment and machinery for safety purposes.
• Ability to work with constant noise requiring earplug use.
• Good job attendance and punctuality.
• Willingness to work eight-hour shifts on a rotating schedule that changes every four weeks.
• Willingness to perform job functions according to established safety procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Prior industrial manufacturing or laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory analyses, sampling, record keeping, and reporting.
• Conduct tests according to company procedures and customer requirements.
• Communicate regularly with the laboratory supervisor and operations team to resolve issues promptly and ensure consistent application of methodologies.
• Maintain the physical laboratory and its equipment as needed.
• Prepare samples from finished stock for special operations.
• Follow established safety procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervision.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED