About this role
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 Your profile • High school diploma or equivalent, and an associate degree in science or related discipline; or two years of directly related experience, in lieu of an associate degree. Paint, coatings, chemical laboratory related experience preferred • Six months experience with SAP and/or another ERP system preferred • Able to perform all elements of job demand analysis for position Contact Person Stephanie Klinger HR Team Phone: (+1) 5706688394