Quality Control Technician

Your responsibilities

The Quality Control Technician performs testing and evaluation of raw materials and finished products to ensure product & process conformance to quality standards, product specifications, and other rquirements.

•    Conduct inspections of incoming raw materials
•    Perform intermediate and finished product testing in accordance with work instructions, test methods, and follow all other procedures
•    Develop lab blends for color matching, material work-off, and trial batches
•    Approves material which conforms to requirements and forwards any questionable items to Production or Quality Supervisor/Manager
•    Verify adherence of materials to quality specifications & customer requirements
•    Manage retained samples / ensure paperwork accuracy daily
•    Conduct and ensure calibration of laboratory and plant equipment
•    Utilize and maintain QC equipment and instrumentation (particle size analyzer, Inkometer, Brookfield viscometers, Zahn cups, pH meter, etc.)
•    Performs stability checks to validate shelf life of materials
•    Utilize ERP system and other software as needed to enter inspection, calibration, and sample results
•    Data entry using various software programs to update information on material test results, material stabilities, release material and products
•    Works with Technical Services and/or Production departments to resolve customer or material issues
•    Utilize email to communicate with colleagues, customers, and other departments as necessary
•    Must be able to discern color and brilliance confirmed by a color vision test
•    Ability to perform algebraic equations 
•    Strong communication skills
•    Ability to make independent decisions in accordance with instructions, procedures, and policies
•    Detail oriented with solid organizational skills
•    Ability to multitask and set priorities
•    May be required to flex between labs (Bronze/Bonding, Ink QC) and working hours 
•    Use MS Word and Excel as required 
•    Performs filing and other administrative duties
•    Cleans and maintains laboratory areas
•    Other duties as assigned 

Your profile

•    High school diploma or equivalent, and an associate degree in science or related discipline; or two years of directly related experience, in lieu of an associate degree. Paint, coatings, chemical laboratory related experience preferred
•    Six months experience with SAP and/or another ERP system preferred
•    Able to perform all elements of job demand analysis for position

Contact Person

Stephanie Klinger
HR Team
Phone: (+1) 5706688394