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Elementis Global · 2 days ago

Lab Technician

St Louis, MO

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$31.78/hr - $31.78/hr

1+ years exp

Elementis Global is a company focused on maintaining quality control in their laboratory. The Lab Technician is responsible for conducting various tests on samples, maintaining lab equipment, and ensuring compliance with quality standards.

ChemicalConsumer GoodsIndustrialManufacturing

Responsibilities

Conduct chemical, physical, and/or visual tests (e.g., TGA, Viscosity, Density, FOG, Mesh, LOI, Moisture, Grease, Specific Gravity) on samples

Adhere strictly to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Test Methods (Work Instructions) Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and ISO 9001 guidelines when handling solutions/materials test and preparing samples

Retain/Dispose of all old samples/testing material following the prescribed method

Where required, prepare samples for shipping

Work with production, Warehouse, and Engineering teams to resolve quality issues and support process improvements

Accurately record, interpret, and report test results in notebooks or databases, generating Certificates of Analysis (COAs)

Keep the work area clean, organized, and stocked with necessary supplies, preparing reagents and solutions while utilizing safety measures

Maintain 5S for the laboratory

Use statistical process and quality control to provide information to the Production Department

Where required, use computer and/or calculator to perform job functions

Ensure that preventative maintenance and calibration checks are performed on all laboratory equipment as scheduled. (Daily, Weekly and Monthly)

Assure that laboratory equipment is kept in proper operating condition per manufacturer

Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot lab instruments to ensure accuracy

As required, label containers of finished goods as reject

Ensure that the necessary chemicals and equipment are stored correctly, are available and in good working order

Assist in training new Lab Technicians

Perform any other related duties assigned

Support achieving plant Quality Objectives and other KPI goals

Initiate action to report and prevent the occurrence of any non-conformity relating to the product, process, and quality system

Assist with control and troubleshooting when processing non-conforming product

Prevent the shipment of non-conforming products

Use the Internal Audit process to initiate, recommend, and resolve product issues or quality system failures as directed by Manager

Qualification

Basic chemistry knowledgeAnalytical analysisInstrumental analysisQuality control testingISO 9001 guidelinesStatistical analysisOrganizationLab safety proceduresComputer proficiencyForklift operationAttention to detailTeamwork

Required

This position works rotating shift(s) including nights, weekends and holidays

Responsible for maintaining the integrity of quality control in the laboratory through cleanliness, calibration, and maintenance of all lab equipment and instrumentation

Required to perform and provide test results for purchased raw materials, in-process samples, finished product samples and to provide test support for any customer service requests

Conduct chemical, physical, and/or visual tests (e.g., TGA, Viscosity, Density, FOG, Mesh, LOI, Moisture, Grease, Specific Gravity) on samples

Retain/Dispose of all old samples/testing material following the prescribed method

Where required, prepare samples for shipping

Work with production, Warehouse, and Engineering teams to resolve quality issues and support process improvements

Accurately record, interpret, and report test results in notebooks or databases, generating Certificates of Analysis (COAs)

Keep the work area clean, organized, and stocked with necessary supplies, preparing reagents and solutions while utilizing safety measures

Maintain 5S for the laboratory

Use statistical process and quality control to provide information to the Production Department

Where required, use computer and/or calculator to perform job functions

Ensure that preventative maintenance and calibration checks are performed on all laboratory equipment as scheduled. (Daily, Weekly and Monthly)

Assure that laboratory equipment is kept in proper operating condition per manufacturer

Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot lab instruments to ensure accuracy

As required, label containers of finished goods as reject

Ensure that the necessary chemicals and equipment are stored correctly, are available and in good working order

Assist in training new Lab Technicians

Perform any other related duties assigned

Support achieving plant Quality Objectives and other KPI goals

Initiate action to report and prevent the occurrence of any non-conformity relating to the product, process, and quality system

Assist with control and troubleshooting when processing non-conforming product

Prevent the shipment of non-conforming products

Use the Internal Audit process to initiate, recommend, and resolve product issues or quality system failures as directed by Manager

Attention to Detail: Attention to detail is paramount in a lab setting

Teamwork: Teamwork emphasizes your ability to work collaboratively with diverse team members to achieve a common goal

Organization: allows you to chart tasks efficiently, manage time prudently, maintain a clean lab space, and keep track of equipment and samples

Lab safety procedures: Understanding and adhering to safety procedures is paramount to prevent accidents and maintain a safe working environment

Computer proficiency: Being proficient in computer-based tasks, such as data entry and using software programs for analytical purposes, can be essential in modern laboratories

Duties require use of judgment in the analysis of fact and circumstances surrounding individual tests in the determination of actions to be taken within limits of standard practice

Identify Out-of-Specification (OOS) results, escalate issues, and assist in root cause analysis and corrective actions

Thorough knowledge of basic chemistry, quantitative analysis, analytical analysis and instrumental analysis or specialized training in a chemical technology

Operate a forklift and other equipment integral to the job tasks/functions

Education: To be considered for this position, candidates should have an associate's degree or two years of equivalent college or university studies in chemical, environmental, physical, or biological sciences, or engineering

Alternatively, an equivalent combination of education and 2–5 years of relevant experience will also be considered

Experience: Minimum 1 year in chemical processing or QC testing in an industrial manufacturing environment

Language Skills: Verbal and written fluency in English

Candidate will need to pass a Fit for duty examination and a respirator medical clearance examination and respirator fit test to wear a respirator for certain tasks

Ability to meet the requirements of the hearing conservation program

Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time, climb, and regularly kneel, squat, bend, and stoop, twist, and reach overhead with repetitive motions

Ability to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds and no more than 100 pounds without assistance

Ability to move 400-450 pound drums using appropriate drum lifting equipment

Ability to visually monitor process equipment and controls

Ability to carry chemical test sample containers weighting up to 20 pounds and walk upstairs to work platforms/area