Slurry QC Lab Technician

Qnity Electronics•Bellevue, WA

19h

About The Position

The Slurry Quality Control (QC) Lab Technician performs quality-control testing in a laboratory environment using established test methods. The role supports manufacturing operations through laboratory analyses of incoming raw materials, products, in-process samples, effluents, and materials. It may also include supporting chemists in laboratory, test, or pilot-facility operations. The position reports to the Slurry QC Supervisor. The technician is expected to follow procedures and safety requirements carefully, produce reliable and repeatable results, and contribute to continuous improvement and safe operations. Work settings include a QC laboratory, general office, and manufacturing plant or warehouse, with computer work, especially using Microsoft Office products.

Requirements

Associate or bachelor's degree in Chemistry; a high school diploma with relevant job experience is acceptable in lieu of a degree.
Experience working in a laboratory environment.
Basic understanding of statistics.
Ability to prioritize and complete routine testing in a timely and reproducible manner, independently and as part of a team.
Knowledge of chemical safety protocols and personal protective equipment (PPE).
Ability to work with people at all levels.
Excellent communication, analytical, troubleshooting, and organizational skills.
Strong attention to detail to prevent and minimize errors.

Nice To Haves

Prior industrial-environment experience, such as manufacturing, warehousing, or an equivalent trade.
Experience with UPLC and IC chromatography systems.
Two to five years of QC experience.
Previous experience with statistical process analysis.
Previous work in a fume hood or ventilated enclosure.

Responsibilities

Embrace Qnity Core Values and understand performance expectations and how actions affect overall operations.
Focus on safety, quality, reliability, and production output.
Complete training and administrative requirements promptly and efficiently.
Read, interpret, and follow instructions, standard operating conditions, and procedures with attention to detail and repeatability; update procedures as required.
Collect, analyze, and process laboratory samples and verify that products meet requirements.
Perform quality inspection tasks for receiving raw materials, which may include reviewing certificates of analysis, recording quality data in databases, releasing quality-approved materials, and labeling.
Perform laboratory analyses and operations for incoming raw materials, product quality, in-process samples, effluents, and materials testing in support of manufacturing; support chemists in laboratory, test, or pilot-facility operations as needed.
Perform chemical and/or physical analyses or scientific tests using routine techniques and complying with safety and control standards.
Record test results, organize data, perform basic computations, and prepare reports and analyses using standard procedures and guidelines.
Operate, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot analytical equipment.
Perform Gage R&R studies on equipment and methods.
Engage in Statistical Process Control analysis for measurements.
Participate in test-method development and continuous-improvement work.
Maintain laboratory supply inventory.
Coordinate with instrument vendors for preventive maintenance and repair work.
Properly handle and dispose of hazardous waste.
Complete required safety observations and participate in safety improvements.
Comply with safe chemical-handling practices.