Quality Controls Lab Technician - Night Shift

Seaman Corporation • Wooster, OH

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Seaman Corporation is seeking a Quality Control Lab Technician to join its Operations team in Wooster, Ohio. The position reports to the Quality Control Supervisor and is responsible for safe, smooth, and efficient operation of the QC Lab during the shift. The technician tests and inspects materials at various stages of production to ensure finished products meet or exceed customer requirements, and assists the QC Supervisor in keeping areas of responsibility running efficiently.

As of March 1, 2026, the company has transitioned to a 24/7 rotation with a 4:3 schedule. The night shift runs from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.; the technician must be able to work within this schedule. The role requires travel of less than 5%.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Recommended minimum of one year of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• Close vision and color vision.
• Ability to work the 24/7 rotation with a 4:3 schedule; night shift hours are 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.
• Must pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Nice To Haves

• Basic computer knowledge, including Oracle lab release and manufacturing software, Lab Tracker, tensile tester, colorimeter, Excel spreadsheets, Word documents, and file management.
• Ability to complete online training programs as required.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety awareness by following safety and security procedures, recording at least one safety program participation point per month, responding quickly to emergencies, ensuring standard operating procedures are followed, and supporting compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Understand standard product fabrics and interpret product specifications; log and compile data, evaluate results, and help ensure product quality and reliability.
• Perform and verify physical product testing at specified production stages according to lab specifications.
• Operate assigned testing equipment, which may include a tensiometer, thickness gauge, scale, flame chamber, radiofrequency welder, hot air welder, gloss meter, ruler, colorimeter, die press, oven, and heated water bath.
• Communicate test results promptly to appropriate line personnel and notify the supervisor of unresolved problems or testing equipment malfunctions.
• Maintain quality control documentation, interpret the shipping priority list, coordinate daily product testing, and work with Inspection and Shipping to handle special orders and support timely customer shipments.
• Use Oracle programs to enter and maintain product information, including Lab Release, Shipment Priority Report, and Inspection Report; use Lab Tracker for coating, inspection, and R&D data; use Map 4.0 with the Thwing Albert tensiometer and EasyMatchQC with the HunterLab colorimeter.
• Use Microsoft Excel and Word to maintain databases and reports, and scan paper records for electronic storage.
• Participate in and promote the Corporate Lean Sigma Initiative, including Kaizen Events; complete 5S activities on schedule and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Company performance bonus in addition to base salary.
• Professional development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement, course training, and networking.
• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) with company match; paid time off; volunteer time off; and paid holidays.
• Department outings, holiday parties, and an annual company-wide dinner.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED