Quality technician-( Chemical Lab Technician)

Trench Group GmbH • Charlotte, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As technology leader in high voltage bushings, the Trench brand HSP drives the energy transition. HSP US in Charlotte will be the first U.S.-based manufacturing plant of Trench Group. Starting operations in early 2026 the plant will manufacture dry-type bushings (RIS/RIP) with voltages up to 800 kV for the North American market. It will feature full vertical integration and will house one of the most modern and high-performance high-voltage test laboratories in the region. Trench Group will invest more than $60 million in establishing a facility that will manufacture cutting-edge technology to support the expansion of the U.S. power grid infrastructure.
Your Mission
As the Quality technician-( Chemical Lab Technician) (m/f/d), you will be responsible for defining and executing a best-in-class digitalization strategy across our global manufacturing network. You will drive the transformation towards fully integrated, state-of-the-art Manufacturing 4.0 operations, leveraging ERP, APS, MES, manufacturing applications, and advanced automation technologies.

Requirements

• Familiarity with using Instron Universal testing machines, DSC (Differential Scanning calorimetry), Viscometers, analytical balances, is required
• Ability to analyze data and interpret data from the machines
• 3-5 years’ related experience in the Chemical lab as technician is required.
• Ability to use mechanical measuring instruments, micrometer, Vernier, tape measure, Height Gauge etc. is required
• Ability to understand and interpret international standards is required
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications Excel, Word, Power Point is required.
• Familiarity with Non-conformance reporting, NCR Quality Notifications in SAP or equivalent.
• Strong written and oral communication skills is required.
• This role will require learning new methodologies related to Chemicals and Materials testing.
• Must demonstrate a safety and quality conscious approach while performing work duties
• Associate degree or Diploma in Chemical Technology or laboratory technology equivalent

Responsibilities

• Testing of In-process materials and chemicals from machines, production process etc.
• Sampling of materials and chemicals for sending out to External lab testing
• Release of Materials, Chemicals, Parts for unrestricted use in SAP QA11,
• Testing, evaluation of new supplier chemicals, materials as per specifications and international standards.
• Supporting R&D activities in Chemical Lab by testing, evaluating, documenting and making reports on results as per requirements.
• Maintaining of Testing equipment’s, inventory in Chemical lab in good condition, calibrations etc.
• Process Inspection of semi -finished products as per applicable Procedures.
• Perform Process audits, ISO System Audits, Verifying Quality check lists of process.
• Write non-conformance reports, making root cause analysis, 8D reports etc.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor / Manager
• Testing of Incoming Materials, chemicals as per the specifications and standards.

Benefits

• Be part of a greenfield expansion that shapes the future of high-voltage energy transmission in North America
• Collaborate with global experts from across the Trench Group and network
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and development opportunities
• Contribute to sustainable infrastructure and innovation-driven solutions in the energy sector

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree