Americhem ยท 3 weeks ago
Quality Testing Technician - 3rd Shift
Dalton, GA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$17.50/hr - $20/hr
1+ years expAmerichem is a manufacturer and seller of thermoplastic color compounds, currently seeking a Quality Technician in Dalton, GA. The role involves evaluating and performing tests on manufactured products, as well as creating sample assessments using known formulations and color technology.
ChemicalManufacturing
Responsibilities
Holds safety in highest regard by making good safety decisions, following safety procedures, watching out for the safety of self and others, contributing to safety improvements, and participating in safety programs
Creates sample plaques by preparing the compound according to the FFC sheet, mixing compound in the mixer, and pressing in the press out machine to pelletize
Runs a sample mold by combining the resin and compound in a plastic bag, loading a saved slot on the injection mold machine, and dropping the concentrate/resin mixture into the machine hopper to create a sample plague
Monitors the testing process by troubleshooting machine problems or operator errors that affects the quality of product samples and reports issues to the team leader
Qualification
Required
Holds safety in highest regard by making good safety decisions, following safety procedures, watching out for the safety of self and others, contributing to safety improvements, and participating in safety programs
Creates sample plaques by preparing the compound according to the FFC sheet, mixing compound in the mixer, and pressing in the press out machine to pelletize
Runs a sample mold by combining the resin and compound in a plastic bag, loading a saved slot on the injection mold machine, and dropping the concentrate/resin mixture into the machine hopper to create a sample plague
Monitors the testing process by troubleshooting machine problems or operator errors that affects the quality of product samples and reports issues to the team leader
Fundamental knowledge of materials, methods, machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
Fundamental knowledge of production processes and techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture of products
Fundamental knowledge of advanced pigment, polymer, and additive materials and how they interact with each other
Ability to commute/relocate: Dalton, GA 30721: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Preferred
Education: High School diploma or equivalent preferred
College degree/technical or vocational training preferred
Experience: 1-2 years of relevant work experience in manufacturing/production preferred
Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)
Quality: 1 year (Preferred)
Night Shift (Preferred)
Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Benefits
Sign-on and Referral Bonus
Medical, Vision, Prescription, and Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
401k
Life Insurance
10 Paid Holidays
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Company
Americhem
Founded in 1941, Americhem is a globally recognized designer and manufacturer of custom color masterbatch, functional additives, engineered compounds and performance technologies.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-02-20Acquired
Leadership Team
John Richard
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
Business Wire
2025-06-20
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