Quality Lab Tech

Position Summary:

The Quality Lab Technician is responsible for the routine and non-complex sampling, testing, measuring, and recording of quality results to produce reliable and precise data to ensure optimal quality and compliance with internal quality requirements and customer standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned by their supervisor or manager as identified. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

Perform routine and non-routine tests and analyses using the appropriate technical equipment and instruments. 

Collect or receive, as well as process, product samples as scheduled or required to maintain delivery. 

Calculate test results, enter, log, and report results using a computer for documentation and reporting. 

Prepare and supervise experiments as a representative of the Quality Department when assigned. 

Perform Quality control procedures and calibrate equipment as required. 

Maintain equipment in proper working order and maintain good 5S for the work area. 

Practice safe work habits, including complying with all safety, health, and environmental rules and regulations. 

Collaborate with the Operations team on Quality Standards, Product Standards, and test results to meet or exceed customer expectations. 

They will communicate fully with their manager or lead team members when issues or concerns arise regarding the scope of their duties.

Be flexible and capable when called upon to address quality issues or maintain operations based on circumstances beyond the normal scope of duties.

Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following traits or skills while on the job. 

Analytical and Numerical skills – Ability to analyze and understand test data and perform mathematical calculations using different units of measure and equipment. 

Achievement Focus - Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles. Measures self against standard of excellence. Recognizes and acts on opportunities.

Communications - Exhibits good listening and comprehension. Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form. Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally. Keeps others adequately informed. Selects and uses appropriate communication methods. 

Planning and Organization - Integrates change smoothly. Prioritizes and plans their work activities to ensure quality of product and timeliness of delivery to our customers. Sets goals and objectives for themselves, uses time efficiently, works in an organized manner. 

Problem Solving - Develops alternative solutions, and reviews with her supervisor or manager before action. Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Identifies problems in a timely manner. Resolves problems in the initial stages. Works well in group problem-solving situations. 

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have the following skills and education to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The incumbent must learn and understand quality standards and customer expectations. Understanding who their customer is internally as well as externally to our company. 

The incumbent shall have at a minimum a high school education represented by a Diploma or GED certification. An associate or bachelor’s degree in a scientific field is preferred. 

The incumbent shall have a minimum of 1-2 years working in a Lab or Quality Testing facility. 

The incumbent should have excellent computer skills; knowledge of Microsoft Office products and other relevant computer programs is required. 

The incumbent shall adhere to Company policies and rules set forth; promotes the Company’s safety standards; does not take inappropriate risks. 

The incumbent shall be capable of working in an analytical and numerical environment. The individual must possess the ability to perform mathematical calculations, (add, subtract, multiply, divide) in different units of measure. The individual should be competent and understand fractions, decimals, percentages, and ratios.

The incumbent shall have strong attention to detail as well as superior organizational skills. 

The incumbent shall have the ability to correspondent and report electronically through electronic tools. 

The incumbent should maintain ethical behavior with a sense of honesty and trustworthiness in the position. 

The incumbent must be able to lift 40 lbs. 

The incumbent must be able to climb ladders and stairs to monitor and maintain equipment. 

The incumbent shall be able to perform physically demanding work such as, but not limited to moving and lifting of equipment, product or standing for long periods of time. 

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described within are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is considered moderate.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of tasks that are essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Required PPE – Personal Protective Equipment 

Metal-toed safety shoes – Employer provides one pair every 14 months. 

Hard Hat – Company Provides 

Safety Glasses – Company Provides 

Ear Plugs – Company Provides 

The above is intended to describe the general contentof and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to beconstrued as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physicalrequirements. Nothing in this job description restrictsmanagement’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities tothis job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enableindividuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Circulus Arab, PBLLC (and all related entities, subsidiaries, and affiliates) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to providing opportunities without regard for race, color, religion, sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity, national origin, age, disability and genetic information, including family medical history. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may email [email protected]

A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.