Quality Control Technician II

MAGNOLIA ADVANCED MATERIALS INC

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Since 1957, Magnolia Advanced Materials, Inc. has been an innovator in the high-performance epoxy systems used in the aerospace, defense, civil engineering, communication, electronics, electrical, energy, marine, recreation, and transportation industries. We offer an unrivaled portfolio of adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings, providing innovative solutions to various industry applications. Job Overview: Reporting to the Quality Engineering Manager, the Quality Control Technician II is responsible for supporting operations by performing in-process and finished good inspection of Magnolia’s broad epoxy portfolio. The technician must ensure testing is compliant with engineering standards (ASTM, ISO), customer specifications, and internal requirements. The technician will also support incoming raw material inspections, shelf-life extension, research and development, inventory management, continuous improvement, and safety activities. This is a “hands-on” lab role, and daily work requires the preparation of adhesively bonded assemblies and destructive testing

Requirements

Must have good written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrate the ability to work within a diverse team, as well as being self-motivated.
Must be able to multitask and prioritize according to urgency.
Must be comfortable working in a chemical laboratory environment, performing tests per material specifications.
Basic mathematical skills required.
Must have basic computer skills, including MS Office (i.e., Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.), and the ability to learn testing equipment software.
Must have the ability to adapt to daily workload changes.
High School Diploma required
Quality Control experience
Minimum 2 years of experience in chemical manufacturing preferred.
All candidates are required to pass a drug screening and background check and must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States once an offer for employment is made.
Must use PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) as required by safety policies.
Must be able to lift and move up to 10 lbs.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.

Nice To Haves

Two- or 4-year degree in an associated discipline is a plus, but not required.
Technical school is a plus.
ASQ training or certification preferred.
Machining experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Maintain and promote a high degree of workplace professionalism
Work safely with various chemicals and chemical formulations using appropriate personal protective equipment
Collaborate closely and communicate effectively with staff and management to ensure the timely delivery of test results
Excellent attention to detail and a continuous improvement mindset are required
Competence using digital balances, compressed gas cylinders, and basic lab equipment is required
Machine parts using a bandsaw, grinding wheel, mill, and other tools according to customer requirements
Prepare adhesively bonded assemblies according to customer drawings and specifications
Demonstrate mechanical strength of adhesive assemblies using universal test frames (compression, shear, and peel)
Perform flammability testing using burn chambers
Probe the application characteristics of Magnolia adhesives using viscometers, slump jigs, extruders, and rheometers
Perform physical inspections, including density, durometer hardness, and fineness of grind
Analyze and interpret test data and react to trends
Support in-process inspection and coordinate key processes during manufacturing
Perform inspections of incoming raw materials to ensure suitability for use in Magnolia’s manufacturing processes
Maintain excellent record-keeping practices using basic software to include date, product name, batch number, sample number, and test results for each product manufactured
Support continuous improvement activities to enhance Magnolia’s commitment to quality and customer satisfaction
Participate in Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) activities
Perform other duties as assigned.