Quality Control Analyst - Represented/Tariff

Dow Chemical•Knoxville, TN

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Dow is seeking a Quality Control Analyst for its plant in Knoxville, Tennessee. The role performs laboratory tasks using advanced instrumentation, enters laboratory results into quality databases, and maintains high standards for laboratory housekeeping and organization. The analyst works as part of a team with minimal supervision and is responsible for testing raw materials, in-process materials, finished batches and shipments, and special-request samples in accordance with written methods and quality standards. The position also involves identifying and reporting nonconforming materials, maintaining and troubleshooting test equipment, recording and entering QC data in laboratory requests and SAP, preparing certificates and letters of analysis, and supporting colleagues through training and backup coverage. The role requires the ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts and meet the stated physical demands. Relocation assistance is not offered.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, and at least one of the following: a two-year college degree in a relevant science or engineering field; three years of relevant military experience; two years of laboratory experience; or two years of experience in chemical manufacturing plants.
Willingness and ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts.
Ability to work legally in the United States; visa sponsorship or support is not available, including for permanent residency processes.
Willingness and ability to meet the physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 55 pounds.
Ability to frequently bend, reach, and lift.
Ability to safely and accurately perform qualification testing using advanced laboratory instrumentation and follow written test methods and quality standards.
Attention to detail in recording and maintaining QC data in laboratory requests, SAP worksheets, and quality databases, and preparing certificates and letters of analysis.
Ability to identify nonconforming material, notify stakeholders, maintain equipment in control, and implement corrective actions.
Ability to troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation, test methods, and work instructions, and perform minor repairs.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, support team members, back up other analysts, maintain laboratory housekeeping standards, and adhere to safety, shift, and physical job requirements.

Responsibilities

Perform qualification testing of raw materials, in-process materials, batch-final and shipment-final samples, and special-request samples.
Conduct testing according to written test methods.
Notify appropriate individuals about non-ACC1 material.
Record QC data on lab requests, raw-material lab requests, and SAP worksheets.
Enter QC data into the SAP database system.
Prepare and issue certificates and letters of analysis.
Ensure test equipment is in control and take corrective actions when instrumentation is out of control.
Serve as a quality resource to other team members.
Implement corrective actions.
Provide quality training to other team members.
Troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation and perform minor repairs.
Troubleshoot quality procedures, test methods, and work instructions.
Provide backup coverage for other analysts.
Complete housekeeping duties and maintain laboratory organization.
Monitor the Boiler/TPA alarm panel board in the laboratory.
Maintain and order supplies and 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, along with locally relevant incentives.
Programs supporting physical, mental, financial, and social well-being.
Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources.
Employee stock purchase programs, with availability varying by location.
Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program in the United States.
Medical and life insurance packages with a variety of coverage options.
Training, mentoring, work experiences, community involvement, and team-building opportunities.
Role-based workplace flexibility to support productivity and personal needs.
Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
Paid time off for new parents, including adoptive and foster parents.
Paid time off to care for sick or injured family members.
Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group participation.
Wellbeing Portal for Dow employees.
On-site fitness facilities, with availability varying by location.
Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships, and more.
Some locations may offer transportation allowances, meal subsidies or vouchers, and carbon-neutral transportation incentives.