Quality Control Technician

Quality Control Technician

Requirements

• Associates Degree in science or engineering or 3-5 years of QC laboratory experience
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and Outlook; and ability to present technical data to QC team, business leaders and others as needed
• Excellent organization skills, ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities
• Good verbal, written, and math skills
• Strong analytical and problem solving skill
• Organized and meticulous
• Possess the ability to roll-up the sleeves and execute daily QC responsibilities as required
• May have strong technical knowledge or ability to leverage knowledge of chemistry in the following area(s): cementitious chemistry, epoxy liquids, latex, and/or any LATICRETE product lines
• Demonstrated ability to provide improvements for QC lab workflow, testing, and other QC related activities – provide evidence of projects led
• Ensures all QA requirements are met by the QC lab

Responsibilities

• Ensures that all products manufactured meet or exceed quality standards as well as all safety, environmental and ISO requirements
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives in the manufacturing and QC environment
• Knowledge of work instructions, procedures, and calibration of QC instrumentation referenced in the LATICRETE Quality Control Manual
• Ensures all lab testing results are filed all the Quality Control test data and enter pertinent information (CofAs) into the computer database (JDE)
• Ensure QC testing samples are obtained according to the Quality Requirements testing Level (Work Instruction 9.1.36) and maintain a storage system for retained samples
• Monitors the execution of (G)ood (L)aboratory (P)ractices
• Responsible for the entry of test results in the QC tracking system and the crosscheck of records
• Has basic knowledge of 5S and can assist in training new employees
• Orders supplies for the QC lab and ensures the QC data-up system is maintained and updated daily
• Assists in communications with production personnel to provide a smooth, efficient production flow of quality products, as needed
• Ensures all QC instruments meet calibration requirements listed in the calibration work instructions
• Works with team members to identify improved methods of QC analysis and/or new QC lab equipment to improve lab efficiencies
• Ensure that all CoA’s, MSDS, Calibration/Verification, meet ISO 9001 traceability
• Complete and distribute all forms in accordance with the work instructions in the Q.C. Manual
• Write a daily report of all QC testing performed on products received in the QC lab using the appropriate communication database or electronic format
• Supports the root cause analysis investigation of nonconforming product
• Test and report on all Field Test complaints filed by technical services
• Has the ability to provide improvements for QC lab workflow, testing, and other QC related activities
• Compare all C of A’s against the Master C of A to determine acceptance or rejection and enter all pertinent data into the computer system
• Demonstrates problem solver abilities, while communicating with superiors with appropriate solutions in a timely and efficient manner
• Provide and ensure batch adjustments are meeting expectations; based on QC lab batches performed
• Provide data to Quality Control Champion and Regional QC Managers for monthly KPI reports
• Prioritize and allocate work: Delegate and allocate tasks to lab personnel to support company priorities and drive results
• Build Team Culture: Consistently hold lab personnel accountable for upholding the organizations values
• Communicate and Motivate: Communicate regular business updates

Preferred Qualifications

No preferred qualifications provided.