QC Compound Lab Associate I

GITI TIRE USA LTD•Richburg, SC

29d

About The Position

The QC Compound Laboratory Technician role is responsible for sample management, quality inspection and manufacturing support. This position generally works alongside chemists and other technicians, organizing the lab workspace, maintaining cleanliness of equipment, creating chemical solutions, and performing chemical experiments. Works with a team that is dedicated to the formulation, processing and evaluation of additives for use in rubber compounds for tire and has full access to state of the art, industry standard capabilities, located in a highly desirable working environment. Will also be responsible for supporting fundamental programs aimed at providing a sustainable competitive advantage in tire performance and/or cost

Requirements

High-level laboratory skills preferred
Safe, careful work habits with attention to detail
Must be able to prioritize and multi task
Must be able to use Word, Excel, and Outlook
Good communication, analytical and troubleshooting skills
Good verbal and writing skills
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work within a team environment recommended
High School diploma or GED. Prefer Associates degree in Chemistry or laboratory science; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum 1 year work experience in chemical analysis or relevant field preferred
2 years of manufacturing experience preferred
Knowledge of laboratory analytical testing procedures and specific lab equipment required to perform quality testing
Knowledge of common lab procedures
Ability to learn quickly and to apply knowledge on practical problem solving

Nice To Haves

Experience with precise measurements preferred
Experience with various types of chromatography, spectroscopy and wet chemical analysis techniques preferred
Experience in and/or willing to learn and apply a variety of sample isolation and preparation procedures

Responsibilities

Apply training to regularly isolate and prepare samples for chemical analysis
Apply knowledge of various chemical analysis techniques to effectively use and calibrate instruments
Manage time and resources to effectively meet expected completion dates for requests
Document observations and conclusions in clear and concise notes and formal reports
Participate in project updates each week
Lab scale weighing, mixing and compounding of polymers with various additives for rubber formulations
Curing and physical testing of compounds
Documentation and reporting of experimental data
Assistance with the development of new testing procedures and predictive capabilities for the assessment of tire tread performance properties, whose needs are constantly evolving
Training of team members in newly developed test procedures
Promote a safe work environment through work practices
Under minimal supervision, employee will perform, coordinate, analyze and monitor quality control and product assurance tests and test results to ensure products meet or exceed quality and reliability, specifications and standards
Employee will also generate certificate of analysis and approves all raw materials
Enforce and follow company policies as required
Resolves less complex problems immediately, while more complex problems are typically assigned to next level
Perform other duties of equal or less complexity as assigned or directed by management
Engage and retain high-performance standards and elevate level of responsibility and performance