Quality Control Technician

Kymera International - SCM Plant•Durham, NC

13h•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Control Technician performs quality control testing and inspection to ensure products meet specified standards. Conducts routine laboratory tests, analyzes data, documents results, and assists in maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. Collaborates with production and engineering teams to identify and resolve quality issues, supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Performs routine testing and maintenance tasks following standard procedures. Operates equipment in a safe and efficient manner, records all data, and evaluates results. Prepares, cleans, and maintains laboratory equipment, glassware, solutions, and instruments used in the laboratory. Maintains general housekeeping of work areas and expected to maintain a safe work environment. Expected to develop skills in non-standard testing, or area specific expertise and ownership. Creates standard solutions and references for internal use. Performs calibrations, uploads test results and releases lots to shipping. Follows standard procedures and contributes to procedure revisions where necessary. May be assigned work in areas of technical service, analysis of new products, raw materials, processes, and test method development. Interacts with all levels of production personnel and management. Performs other duties as assigned or needed.

Requirements

One year certificate from college or technical school with a focus in a technical discipline; or 2-5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must demonstrate ability to operate independently on a shift after training and qualification.
Carries out duties and responsibilities with limited supervision.
Makes decisions and establishes priorities on procedure-oriented operations based on timing and with guidance from Shift Supervisor.
Ability to use MS Office computer programs including Excel and Word.
Willingness to work outside of scheduled shift as needed for training or to provide coverage.
Must be capable of wearing and operating required protective equipment and devices.
Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing.
Highly safety conscious.
Ability to work as an individual contributor and as a member of a team.
Planning, time management, organization of work, record keeping aptitude.
Extreme attention to detail.
Ability to do basic mathematical calculations with the aid of spreadsheet or calculator.
Ability to implement and complete experimental plans.
Ability to conduct tests properly and ensure reproducible and accurate data.

Responsibilities

Performs quality control testing and inspection to ensure products meet specified standards.
Conducts routine laboratory tests, analyzes data, and documents results.
Assists in maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.
Collaborates with production and engineering teams to identify and resolve quality issues.
Supports continuous improvement initiatives.
Performs routine testing and maintenance tasks following standard procedures.
Operates equipment in a safe and efficient manner, records all data, and evaluates results.
Prepares, cleans, and maintains laboratory equipment, glassware, solutions, and instruments.
Maintains general housekeeping of work areas and a safe work environment.
Develops skills in non-standard testing, or area specific expertise and ownership.
Creates standard solutions and references for internal use.
Performs calibrations, uploads test results, and releases lots to shipping.
Follows standard procedures and contributes to procedure revisions.
May be assigned work in areas of technical service, analysis of new products, raw materials, processes, and test method development.
Interacts with all levels of production personnel and management.
Performs other duties as assigned or needed.