Quality Assurance Lab Technician

Stefanini Group•Wyandotte, MI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Stefanini Group is hiring a Quality Assurance Lab Technician in Wyandotte, MI. This is a temporary, 100% onsite position supporting Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) laboratory operations. The role involves performing physical, chemical, and mechanical testing of in-process and finished products, maintaining laboratory equipment, and ensuring accurate reporting of quality data. The technician will work closely with laboratory, production, and quality personnel to meet customer requirements and production objectives in a safe and organized environment.

Requirements

Minimum of HS Diploma or GED.
At least 1 year of manufacturing, quality, or laboratory experience.
Basic understanding of chemistry, mathematics, and statistical concepts.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Willingness to learn laboratory testing methods, equipment operation, and quality systems.

Responsibilities

Following all safety procedures, work instructions, and regulatory requirements.
Performing physical, chemical, and mechanical testing on in-process and finished TPU products according to established testing plans and methods.
Conducting MFI, physical, and chemical testing on samples from production.
Operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, including extruders and injection molding equipment used to prepare test specimens.
Recording, reviewing, and entering test results accurately into electronic systems such as SAP, LIMS, or other laboratory databases.
Releasing laboratory data in a timely manner to support manufacturing operations.
Performing routine equipment checks, calibration verification, and preventative maintenance activities.
Investigating, documenting, and escalating out-of-specification results according to established procedures.
Supporting production teams in resolving quality-related issues.
Assisting with laboratory documentation updates, continuous improvement activities, and process standardization efforts.
Evaluating color and appearance properties using laboratory instrumentation, including spectrophotometers.
Maintaining laboratory cleanliness and organization in accordance with established standards.