QC Lab Tech

Ortec•Easley, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The QC Lab Tech conducts chemical and physical laboratory tests to assist scientists with qualitative and quantitative analyses of solids, liquids, and gases. The work supports research and development of products and processes, quality control, environmental standards, and other applications of chemistry and related sciences. The position monitors product quality, performs analyses of raw materials and product batches, documents and communicates test results, and supports chemists and engineers. It works in a ventilated, well-lighted laboratory with work benches and vented hoods; temperatures are high. The role follows a 12-hour rotating shift, alternating 36- and 48-hour workweeks, with day shifts from 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and night shifts from 7:30 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
General laboratory skills.
Detail-oriented.
Ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift with alternating 36- and 48-hour workweeks, including day and night shifts.
Ability to meet the position's vision and hearing requirements.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, respiratory protection, nitrile gloves, closed-toe and closed-heel shoes, and a lab coat.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a related science field.

Responsibilities

Monitor product quality to ensure compliance with standards and specifications.
Set up and conduct chemical experiments, tests, and analyses using techniques such as chromatography, spectroscopy, and physical and chemical separation techniques.
Test raw materials and product batches to assist with qualitative and quantitative analyses.
Compile and interpret test and analysis results.
Provide technical support and assistance to chemists and engineers.
Prepare chemical solutions for products and processes using standardized formulas or experimental formulas.
Maintain, clean, and calibrate laboratory instruments and equipment.
Write technical reports documenting experimental results.
Order and inventory materials to maintain supplies.
Assist in developing QC sampling and analysis methods for raw materials, chemical intermediates, and products.
Document results in notebooks and batch sheets.
Create Certificates of Analysis for completed batches, communicate results to the chemist in charge of the project, and keep fellow lab technicians and the supervisor informed of batch status.
Approve Certificates of Analysis for raw materials.
Maintain files for Certificates of Analysis and Material Safety Data Sheets.
Follow Company and OSHA laboratory safety standards.