Manufacturing Lab Tech | 2nd Shift | Batavia, IL

Techmer Career•Batavia, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Techmer PM is seeking a full-time QC Lab Technician at its Batavia, Illinois facility. The role is responsible for certifying manufactured products by ensuring they conform to customer and Techmer PM requirements in Product and Process (P&P) Specifications. Work includes product testing, online color adjustments, and identifying and dispositioning nonconforming products. The technician needs thorough knowledge of quality-control procedures and laboratory equipment, as well as raw materials and finished products. The position follows a Monday–Friday schedule from 1:00 PM to 9:30 PM. Training will take place on either first or second shift before transition to the permanent third-shift schedule, stated as occurring no later than January 4; no year is specified. Pay starts at $24.50 per hour and depends on experience.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of 2 years of compounding or laboratory experience.
Prior experience using a color spectrophotometer such as X-Rite, Datacolor, or equivalent.
Basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Must have passed a Hue Value/Chroma Munsell test and be able to differentiate color hues.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
Knowledge of basic mathematics to understand and execute analytical reports.

Nice To Haves

Spanish language skills.

Responsibilities

Ensure products and materials meet quality requirements through quality-control testing, sample compounding, and efficient use of company resources.
Operate applicable process equipment, including injection molding machines, blown film machines, pellet melters, roll mills, and fiber lines.
Operate analytical test equipment for plastic applications, including Melt Indexers and Volatile/Moisture Analyzers.
Perform inspections according to Product and Process (P&P) Specifications.
Adjust color online or offline and consult with Manufacturing Supervisors and Technical Services about run-versus-pull decisions for problematic orders.
Use statistical tools such as SQC/SPC when applicable.
Identify out-of-control data points and take appropriate corrective action.
Complete Certificates of Analysis (COA) with required information.
Investigate nonconforming raw materials and manufactured products and take appropriate action.
Maintain product QC files, including standards management, data entry, file closure, retrieval, verification, and corrective actions for incomplete files.
Ensure product lot-to-lot consistency.

Benefits

Medical benefits eligible from the first day.
High-deductible health plan offering that includes up to $1,000 toward a Health Savings Account (HSA) per year.
Free Teladoc membership when enrolled in medical benefits.
Employee Assistance Program with five free counseling sessions per year and access to free legal guidance.
401(k) with a 6% company match and immediate vesting.
Free investment consultative services for the 401(k) plan.
Company-paid disability and life insurance.
10 vacation days per year, prorated in the first year.
10 company-paid holidays.
Two weeks of parental leave.
Tuition reimbursement with a lifetime maximum of $20,000.
Annual salary reviews and bonus opportunities.
Weekly pay for hourly employees.