Quality Technician II
Ascentek•Shreveport, LA
•Onsite
About The Position
The Quality Technician II supports the blending and packaging of high-performance petroleum products by verifying that all fluids meet quality and integrity standards. This role requires strong attention to detail, technical accuracy, and the ability to perform root cause investigations with limited guidance. Rooted in Our Values, you will help maintain product consistency and support continuous improvement across laboratory and production environments.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field or equivalent experience
- 3 years of experience in a quality or laboratory environment
- Experience performing safe laboratory practices
- Strong oral, written, analytical and interpersonal skills
- Ability to perform calculations for proportions and solutions
- Ability to work independently to organize work and manage priorities
- Knowledge of laboratory test methods and quality standards
- Ability to interpret data and identify out-of-spec conditions
- Strong problem-solving skills and follow through
- Ability to perform accurate blend adjustments and calculations
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting fluid blending, packaging or petroleum manufacturing
- Experience with root cause analysis tools
- Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives
Responsibilities
- Test chemical and physical properties of finished lubricants
- Collaborate with production to correct quality issues
- Adjust blends independently based on test results
- Perform packaging line audits using established audit tools
- Support multiple sites as needed based on staffing requirements
- Clean and stock laboratory materials to maintain readiness
- Dispose of expired quality samples following proper procedures
- Calibrate and validate laboratory instruments
- Prepare calibration standards for routine testing
- Assist with used oil analysis in collaboration with the Chemist
- Provide certification of analysis as needed
- Troubleshoot quality and instrumentation issues with guidance
- Implement continuous improvement projects under direct supervision
- Investigate nonconforming products and manage Q-hold activities
- Demonstrate and model Our Values in all interactions
Benefits
- Medical Plan options, including fertility coverage and free mental health and telehealth coverage
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- FSA/HSA options
- Paid parental leave
- Company-provided short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
- Supplemental Insurances, including accident, critical illness, hospital, and supplemental life insurance
- 401(k) with a generous company match
- Pet Insurance Benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- 21 Paid Days Off
- 7 Paid Holidays
- Short-term Incentive Plan (STIP)
- Paid comprehensive on-the-job training
- Company computer provided for use
- Company provided tools and personal protective equipment
- Career advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
