Quality Control Technician

Your responsibilities

The Quality Control Technician performs testing and evaluation of raw materials and finished products to ensure product & process conformance to quality standards, product specifications, and other rquirements.

• Conduct inspections of incoming raw materials
• Perform intermediate and finished product testing in accordance with work instructions, test methods, and follow all other procedures
• Develop lab blends for color matching, material work-off, and trial batches
• Approves material which conforms to requirements and forwards any questionable items to Production or Quality Supervisor/Manager
• Verify adherence of materials to quality specifications & customer requirements
• Manage retained samples / ensure paperwork accuracy daily
• Conduct and ensure calibration of laboratory and plant equipment
• Utilize and maintain QC equipment and instrumentation (particle size analyzer, Inkometer, Brookfield viscometers, Zahn cups, pH meter, etc.)
• Performs stability checks to validate shelf life of materials
• Utilize ERP system and other software as needed to enter inspection, calibration, and sample results
• Data entry using various software programs to update information on material test results, material stabilities, release material and products
• Works with Technical Services and/or Production departments to resolve customer or material issues
• Utilize email to communicate with colleagues, customers, and other departments as necessary
• Must be able to discern color and brilliance confirmed by a color vision test
• Ability to perform algebraic equations
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to make independent decisions in accordance with instructions, procedures, and policies
• Detail oriented with solid organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and set priorities
• May be required to flex between labs (Bronze/Bonding, Ink QC) and working hours
• Use MS Word and Excel as required
• Performs filing and other administrative duties
• Cleans and maintains laboratory areas
• Other duties as assigned