Quality Control Laboratory Technician Job

Job Description

Division : Bostik

Region: Americas

Job title:

Quality Technician

Situation in organisation (enclose a copy of your organisation chart)

This Position Reports to the Quality Manager in the plant or lab.

Job dimensions

Ensure QC testing is completed per procedures and results are inputted into SAP accurately and within QC time window. When material issues arise (tested out of specification or process limits) elevate the issue to site management in a timely fashion.

Actively participate in the NCMR process

Participate as a member of HACCP/GMP/Food Safety Team

Activities

Comply with all laboratory safety requirements and maintain laboratory using good housekeeping practices

Practice Safe work habits in accordance with OSHA, EPA guidelines, and Bostik specific EHS expectations

Prioritize testing based on customer requirements or R&D needs

Properly document and report testing data

Sample preparation and management per laboratory procedures

Complete necessary calibration, certification, and pre-use processes required

Complete required sample testing using lab equipment (Viscometer, Softening Point, Gardner, etc)

Manage the nonconforming material process flow (entry, assignment, closure)

Actively participate in continuous improvement projects

Perform other assigned duties to support Quality Services and other processes Review and report production data

Retain management

Plant equipment calibration, etc.

Attend all HACCP/GMP/Food Safety meeting

Conduct GMP and Glass inspections

Context and environment

The job involves laboratory work that is time critical, without compromise to data integrity.

Customers are relying on accurate representation of product and release on time.

Accountabilities

Data Accuracy / verification to ensure only material in specification is released for sale.

On time testing to Release Dates

Effective Communication when material may not get released on time

Managing all Non Conforming Materials

Qualifications / experience required

Minimum of 5 or more years of Laboratory and/or Quality Experience required.

High school diploma required. Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred, with preference given to chemistry, biology, or related fields

Basic knowledge of statistics is preferred. Able to learn and understand basic statistics (Control Charting, SPC, Cpk, Cp, Std. Dev)

Ability to self direct work and processes

Demonstrate strong attention to details and display analytical skills

Demonstrate competency with Microsoft Office suite

Food Safety / HACCP Certification preferred but expected to become certified within 6 months of start