Quality Control Technician

Luxfer MEL Technologies - Saxonburg • Jefferson Township, PA

6d • $19 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Control Technician works at Luxfer MEL Technologies’ magnesium powder plant in Saxonburg, Pennsylvania, as part of the Quality and Compliance team. The role provides a fit-for-purpose, high-standard Quality Control service to internal and external customers and reports directly to the QA Manager USA. The technician works with colleagues in the United States and United Kingdom and supports quality operations across the facility.

The position is responsible for meeting day-to-day, medium- and long-term objectives for the Pennsylvania Quality Control function. The technician uses departmental Key Performance Indicators to assess performance and support continuous improvements in safety, customer service, and growth. The role also contributes to standardization and simplification initiatives, new method development, departmental Lean initiatives, and other projects.

The work takes place in a magnesium powder manufacturing environment that handles hazardous and non-hazardous materials and requires adherence to safety, quality, environmental, and compliance standards. The role may involve access to Controlled Unclassified Information and export-controlled data, requiring compliance with company security protocols and applicable eligibility requirements. Pre-employment drug screening, physical, and background checks are required.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of laboratory, laboratory-related, or chemical manufacturing experience post-degree.
• Experience using Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Basic understanding of laboratory safety.
• Experience with Excel.
• Ability to use initiative, prioritize tasks effectively, and work well under pressure.
• Ability to read and understand laboratory-related materials.
• Strong mathematical skills and familiarity with algebra for relevant analytical calculations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees across departments.
• Computer data-entry literacy.
• Time-management and leadership skills.
• Self-motivated, attentive to detail, and able to work as a committed team player with a flexible and positive approach.
• Demonstrate high ethical standards and commitment to the company’s core values of Customer First, Integrity, Accountability, Innovation, Personal Development, and Teamwork.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Meet applicable eligibility requirements for access to certain export-controlled information, unless a valid export authorization is obtained.
• Complete required pre-employment drug screening, physical, and background checks.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED is preferred.
• At least 2 years of laboratory, laboratory-related, or manufacturing experience post-degree.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a related discipline.
• Experience analyzing powders or metals.
• Experience interpreting International, Military, or ISO standards.
• Knowledge of statistical tests relevant to a laboratory environment.
• Knowledge of SharePoint or LIMS.
• Knowledge of SAP or a similar ERP system.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing techniques.
• Experience maintaining analytical test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Comply with environmental, health, and safety policies, laws, and regulations applicable to laboratory functions and operations.
• Perform accurate and precise Quality Control testing of incoming raw materials, in-process control samples, and final products.
• Support laboratory activities, including testing, product certification, calibration, safety assessments, equipment maintenance, and other requested tasks.
• Maintain laboratory operating conditions, equipment, calibration standards, housekeeping, and analytical records in accordance with established standards, 5S principles, and external audit requirements.
• Participate in assigned quality control and standards-of-work training.
• Visually inspect products to ensure quality control requirements are met.
• Accurately document all quality control test information and review daily quality documentation for accuracy.
• Participate in yearly evaluations of the QC process.
• Work with manufacturing leaders to ensure quality checks are performed on assigned samples.
• Report quality deviations to appropriate leadership when identified.
• Use the business unit’s system of record to enter quality assurance inspections, jobs, and quality issues.
• Report potential problems to the quality and production teams as required.
• Organize personal workload according to agreed priorities and deadlines, and maintain predictable attendance to accomplish essential tasks.
• Be available to work outside normal working hours when reasonably requested according to business needs.
• Work closely with colleagues in the United States and United Kingdom, including QA, Materials QC, and other departments.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, standardization, simplification, new method development, and departmental Lean initiatives.
• Perform other duties within the post holder’s competence as requested.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 100% company match on the first 6% of employee contributions.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid time off, including 80 hours of vacation accrued annually, 40 hours of sick time per year, 16 hours of personal time per year, and 10 paid holidays annually.
• Healthy Lifestyle Reimbursement of up to $25 per month.
• Employer-provided short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Life and AD&D insurance options available.
• Career growth and culture.

What This Job Offers

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