QC Technician

Advantage Technical
$24.00-$26.00
United States, Wisconsin, Watertown
Nov 05, 2024
Advantage Technical is seeking a QC Technician for our client onsite in Watertown, WI. This is a great opportunity for growth with a growing & reputable company who strive to foster a diverse and inclusive work environment! Employment Type: Direct hire Pay Rate: Up to $26/hr. full time Location/Shift Hours: 316 Hart St Watertown, WI 53094-6616 4:30am to 3pm Mon-Thu with the potential for OT on Friday's. Minimum Experience required: 1-2 years of experience in a Quality Control environment preferred. Education may be substituted for experience. Minimum Education Required: Four-Year Degree in Chemistry or related field preferred. Experience may be substituted for education. Relationships: Reporting to the QEHS Manager, this position works closely with other Lab Personnel (Quality and R&D) as well as Production Supervisor, Production Personnel, and Regulatory Compliance. Has the ability to work with others in a team environment, the ability to accept direction from supervisors, the ability to follow work rules and is willing to accept constructive criticism. Job Role: This position is responsible for providing technical support regarding the chemistry of products, adherence to quality specifications, regulatory and environmental compliance. This position performs chemical testing of batches, line samples, and raw materials along with providing batch and line sample adjustments as necessary. This position tabulates and analyzes data on the results of the chemical testing. The person must actively participate in our Quality, Health and Safety program including training initiatives and adherence to all policies and procedures. Inclusive in the purpose is the adherence to the department's as well as the individual's personal commitment to customer satisfaction. Primary Position Responsibilities: * Employ safe work habits and complies with all applicable Solenis safety requirements * Works closely with Corporate Quality Assurance, Plant Management, Production Teams, and QA personnel at other sites * Ensure products are produced according to the Bill of Material (BOM) * Timely testing, evaluating and recording test results for raw materials, production batches, and finished products * After the finished product has been approved, the produced resource is added and consumed resources are deducted from inventory. * Calculate and provide adjustments to products as required * Calibrate, operate, and maintain laboratory equipment * Conduct Quarterly Finished Goods Audits * Conduct internal audits and summarize results for management review for compliance to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 * Utilize SPC methods in data collection, Root Cause Analysis, Corrective/Preventive Action effectiveness, and Cost Saving/Avoidance Analysis * Support the compliance and maintenance of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 systems * Communicate with R&D and Regulatory for process improvements as well as adjustments which are out of compliance for both mixing and packaging * Prepare customer Certificates of Analysis as needed. * Review and file raw material Certificates of Analysis. * Review laboratory work instructions. * Prepare lab batch samples for the purpose of evaluating new raw materials, mixing procedures, plant problems, etc. * Maintaining and ordering laboratory supplies. Competencies: Honesty/Integrity: Acts with integrity. Is trusted and seen as a direct, truthful individual. Can present truth in an appropriate and helpful manner. Keeps confidences, admits mistakes; doesn't misinterpret him/herself for personal gain. Stands up for convictions and values and makes difficult decisions. Action Oriented: Enjoys working hard; is action oriented and full of energy for the things he/she sees as challenging; not fearful of acting with minimal planning; seizes more opportunities than others. Teamwork: Strives for win/win solutions; co-operates with co-workers to achieve goals; provides support and encouragement to co-workers; brings substantive conflicts and disagreements into the open and attempts to resolve them collaboratively. Peer Relationships: Can solve problems with peers with a minimum of noise, is seen as a team player and is cooperative. Easily gains trust and support of peers, and can be candid with peers. Creativity: Comes up with a lot of new and unique ideas; easily makes connections among previously unrelated notions; tends to be seen as original and value-added in brainstorming settings. Skills, Knowledge & Experience: Organizational Skills: Must be able to prioritize and organize requests from a project perspective. Must be able to multi-task. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written skills. Problem Solving: High degree of analysis, problem solving and creativity. Technical Skills: Thorough knowledge of laboratory procedures, analytical chemistry applicable to the assigned area, products, materials to be tested. Ability to operate and maintain laboratory equipment. Effective use of technology to accomplish objectives (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, e-mail, internet, SAP, Business Objects etc.). Good financial acumen. Physical Requirements: Stand for periods of up to 4 hours at a time. Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds occasionally. Note: This Position Description describes the principal functions, the level of knowledge typically required, and the scope of responsibility for the position. This should not, however, be construed as an all inclusive listing of requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, deemed necessary, and clearly defined via customized job descriptions or objective based management techniques. After you have applied, download our Staffmark Group WorkNOW App to receive real-time job offers and apply for additional opportunities. You can download it from the App Store or get it on Google Play. About Advantage Technical With company roots going back over 30 years, Advantage Technical is an engineering and information technology services company and a national leader in the provision of technical resources today. These services include Staff Augmentation, Direct Placement, Project Resourcing and Outsourcing - delivered from 40 key market locations, by over 3500 specialized contractors, to over 500 clients across North America. Advantage Technical is a Best of Staffing Diamond Award winner for both Clients and Talent. For more information about the industries and services offered by Advantage Technical, please visit AdvantageTechnical.com. Advantage Technical is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, mental and physical disability, political affiliation, union membership, status as a parent, military or veteran status or other non-merit based factors. We will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the application, interviewing and employment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, contact your local branch. Advantage Technical is an E-Verify employer. This policy is applicable to all phases of the employment relationship, including hiring, transfers, promotions, training, terminations, working conditions, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment. All employees are directed to familiarize themselves with this policy and to act in accordance with it. All decisions with respect to employment matters and other phases of employer-temporary employee relationships will be in keeping with this policy and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.