Technician Laboratory/QC

Cabot Corporation•Pampa, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Cabot has an exciting opportunity for a Laboratory Technician located in our Development and Manufacturing Center in Pampa, Texas. In this role you will perform the necessary tests outlined in the Cabot Test Method manual on carbon blacks and carbon black feedstock. Your role is critical to ensuring that the Pampa Plant and the Pampa Development and Manufacturing Center’s production meets customer requirements. This position will work a rotating 12-hour schedule supporting all Pampa facilities.

Requirements

Secondary education (High School); technical/vocational training.
1-3 years laboratory experience preferred.
Must have valid driver’s license
General lab testing knowledge and mathematical skills to solve problems encountered in job. (Algebra, problem solving, etc.)
Competent computer skills, specifically Microsoft Office and Outlook applications including formatting, data entry, and written communication
Willingness to work overtime and/or possible call outs when needed
Ability to understand how quality affects the customer’s needs
Proficient communication skills: writing and verbal and must follow instructions and communicate clearly
Collaborative attitude and inter-personal skills; willing to share information and resources with peers
Ability to classify and organize data in a logical and orderly way as well as plan work to ensure timely completion of assignments
Ability to lift items and equipment weighing up to 30 lbs.
Mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity to operate and perform basic service to laboratory equipment.
Ability to focus for long periods of time
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Demonstrated Critical Thinking skills
Ability to complete all essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

2-year college/technical degree in math/science preferred

Responsibilities

Effectively and efficiently perform product and raw materials testing using laboratory devices and instrumentation
Set up and operate testing equipment for new and special tests
Identify and immediately communicate any out of specification test results to Pampa Facilities Operations to expedite corrective action
Record test data in spreadsheets and / or tabulates and enter test results in Laboratory Information Management System
Calibrate testing equipment and perform equipment maintenance as needed to ensure quality results
Notify laboratory Lead Tech / Supervisor of needed supplies
Identify and actively participate in continuous improvement opportunities
Demonstrate safety minded and good housekeeping habits
Actively follow Responsible Care 14001 (RC14001) guidelines
Performs other duties as required and assumes additional responsibility as assigned.