MAU is hiring a Quality Lab Technician for our client in Walterboro, SC. As a Quality Lab Technician, you will support Quality Control and Technology functions by performing analytical testing, maintaining laboratory instrumentation, supporting production, and providing technical support for customer and research activities. This is a direct-hire opportunity.
Benefits Package:
401(k) Life insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Short-term disability Long-term disability Paid time off Opportunity for advancement Flexible spending account Health savings account Free lunch Parental leave Shift Information Monday – Friday8:00 AM – 5:00 PMFull-time Required Education and Experience Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Technology, Materials Science, Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering Technology, or a related scientific discipline Experience performing analytical testing, interpreting laboratory data, and operating, calibrating, and maintaining laboratory instrumentation Preferred Education and Experience2–5 years of laboratory experience in a manufacturing, quality control, or research and development environment Experience in the chemical, coatings, adhesives, polymers, plastics, lubricants, or specialty materials industry Experience working within ISO quality systems and laboratory documentation Experience using ERP, LIMS, or similar laboratory information management systems
General Requirements:
Demonstrate strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines Be proficient in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and WordWork independently while collaborating effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
Essential Functions:- Quality Control
- Perform analytical testing of incoming raw materials, in-process materials, blends, and finished products to verify compliance with established specifications
- Perform material release activities for products held in QC status
- Generate, review, and maintain Certificates of Analysis and laboratory documentation
- Enter, review, and maintain analytical data within the ERP/LIMS system
- Maintain and retain samples in accordance with established procedures
- Participate in investigations involving nonconforming materials, customer complaints, and product quality issues
- Laboratory Instrumentation
- Operate, maintain proficiency on, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation, including:
- FTIR SpectrometerUV/Visible SpectrophotometerNMRDifferential Scanning Calorimeter (DSC)
- Brookfield Viscometer
- Melt Flow Index Tester
- Moisture Balance
- Melting Point Apparatus
- Density Testing EquipmentpH MeterAPHA Color Measurement
- Gloss Meter
- ColorimeterPeel & Adhesion TesterVacuum OvenAsh Furnace
- Sieve Analysis Equipment
- Analytical Balances
- Coordinate service activities and maintain calibration documentation for laboratory equipment
- Production Support
- Support production through blend verification and quality testingPerform analytical testing of production samples
- Support batch verification activities
- Coordinate release of acceptable production lots
- Customer & Technical SupportPrepare customer evaluation samples and laboratory blends
- Perform quality verification testing of customer samples prior to release
- Coordinate submission of samples to external laboratories
- Track outsourced analytical testing and communicate testing status and results
- Support customer complaint investigations
- Assist with technical investigations as requested
- Research & Development SupportPrepare laboratory blends and prototype formulations
- Prepare and assist with Design of Experiment (DOE) samples
- Perform analytical testing of developmental products
- Support new product qualification activities
- Support new supplier qualification testingPerform competitive benchmarking studies
- Support accelerated weathering studies (QUV), gloss measurements, color measurements, peel testing, and other product evaluations
- Assist with analytical method development and troubleshooting
- Provide laboratory support for Technology Department projects
- Laboratory Operations
- Maintain laboratory organization and cleanliness
- Manage laboratory chemical inventory and reference materials
- Cross-train on laboratory procedures to provide operational continuity
- Support continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratory
Perform other duties as assigned to support business objectivesMAU Workforce Solutions is an innovative global company with extensive experience providing solutions for success in staffing, recruiting, technology and outsourcing to our clients, employees, and applicants. Headquartered in Augusta, GA since 1973, MAU is a family and minority-owned company offering better processes and better people to create efficiencies and greater profits for our clients. Our relationships with world-class companies, our training programs and our culture of family allow MAU to offer better results, better jobs, and better lives to those who work with us.
All Applicants must submit to background check and drug screening
Disclaimer:
This job description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the positionEOE
