Quality Control Analyst - Represented/Tariff

Dow Chemical•Knoxville, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Dow is seeking a Quality Control Analyst for its plant in Knoxville, TN. This role requires a team player with minimal supervision who can perform lab tasks using advanced lab instrumentation safely and efficiently. The analyst will be responsible for executing data entry of lab results into the quality database and maintaining high standards of lab housekeeping and organization.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent and one of the following: 2 year college degree in relevant science or engineering field or 3 years of relevant military experience.
2 years of Laboratory experience.
2 years of experience in chemical manufacturing plants.
A willingness and ability to work 12-hour, rotating shifts.
A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States.
No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.
Willing and able to meet physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Lift, push, and pull up to 55 pounds.
Frequently bend, reach, and lift.
Laboratory Testing & Instrumentation Proficiency: Ability to safely and accurately perform qualification testing on raw materials, in-process, and finished products using advanced laboratory instrumentation while following written test methods and quality standards.
Quality Data Management: Strong attention to detail for recording, entering, and maintaining QC data in laboratory requests, SAP worksheets, and quality databases, including preparation of certificates and letters of analysis.
Quality Control & Corrective Action Execution: Capability to identify non-conforming material, notify appropriate stakeholders, ensure testing equipment remains in control, and implement corrective actions to maintain compliance.
Troubleshooting & Continuous Improvement: Skill in troubleshooting lab instrumentation, test methods, and work instructions, performing minor repairs, and supporting continuous improvement and peer training activities.
Reliability: Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision while supporting team members, backing up other analysts, maintaining lab housekeeping standards, and adhering to safety, shift, and physical job requirements.

Responsibilities

Perform qualification testing of raw materials, in-process, batch final, shipment final, and special request samples.
Perform testing according to written test methods.
Notify appropriate individuals of all non ACC1 material.
Record QC data on lab requests and SAP worksheets.
Record QC data on raw material lab requests.
Record QC data on Laboratory Requests and/or SAP worksheets.
Record/Enter QC Data in SAP database system.
Prepare and Issue certificates/letters of analysis.
Ensure test equipment is in control.
Take corrective actions to get instrumentation in control.
Act as a quality resource to other team members.
Implement corrective actions.
Provide quality training to other team members.
Troubleshoot and perform minor repair of lab instrumentation.
Troubleshoot quality procedures, test methods, and work instructions.
Back-up other analysts.
Complete housekeeping duties.
Monitor the Boiler/TPA alarm panel board in the Laboratory.
Maintain and order supplies/chemicals with the help of Lab Leadership.
Perform other work as necessary within the framework of the job.

Benefits

Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.
Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.
Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.
Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).
Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.
Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs.
Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.
Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.
Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).
Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.
Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.
Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)