Location: Chatham VA
Job Title: Quality Technician I (Night Shift)
SITUATION IN ORGANIZATION
Reports directly to the Quality Supervisor.
JOB DIMENSIONS
Conduct routine testing required to ensure that raw materials received and finished products produced are in compliance with acceptable specifications and notify the Quality Supervisor of any issues.
This position is for a rotating NIGHT SHIFT - 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, every two days. This will require some weekends and holidays as the plant is a 24/7 operation.
This position description is intended to be a reflection of principal job elements, not an extensive list of all responsibilities associated with the job.
KEY ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Laboratory Testing (75%)
Follows instructions to perform routine testing on finished goods and input results into LIMS. Re-test aged finished goods and materials. Run SQC samples and compare to historical values. Run periodic checks on calibration of instrumentation. Complete additional assigned testing in a timely manner.
Laboratory Data Entry (10%)
Data entry into SAP, when necessary. Input results for raw materials, when necessary. Upload Certificates of Analysis and other documentation to common drive.
Operational Excellence and HES Activities (10%)
Participate in plant Behavior Based Safety program. Understand the role of quality in relation to all the other departments; working with a sense of urgency to provide support in a timely manner.
Laboratory Troubleshooting (5%)
Work with production operators, as needed, to troubleshoot lab problems. Initial basic instrumentation troubleshooting. Responsible for general lab housekeeping, leaving lab ready for following shift.
CONTEXT AND ENVIRONMENT
Manufacturing environment with chemical, physical, ergonomic, and electrical hazards. Work includes a variety of physical and biological conditions including, but not limited to, moving mechanical parts, working with sharp tools, and exposure to chemical hazards. Work is primarily performed in the laboratory; worker is exposed to some outside environmental conditions. Work requires use of protective clothing and equipment, which may include, but not be limited to, eye protection, head protection, respiratory protection, and foot protection. Noise level in the work environment is below the OSHA permissible exposure limits. Supports the site HES policy and complies with all regulatory and internal requirements. Supports and promotes the reporting of all health, safety, environmental, near-miss, accident or injury incidents. Must be able to lift 35 pounds (handling waste drums, gas cylinders, laboratory supplies). Must be able to stand for extended periods with occasional walking and sitting.
REQUIRED EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS / WORK EXPERIENCE
Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry or equivalent field of study. Laboratory experiences preferred. Must be proficient in Microsoft Software.
DEMONSTRATED COMPETENCIES
Must be able to work independently, on routine assignments, as well as in groups. Analytical thinking skills; gathers information, identifies relationships and formulates logical conclusions. Clear communication; tailors communication based on the audience to present ideas clearly and concisely. Agile learner; quickly comprehends new problems and situations and is able to figure things out in a short amount of time taking a hands-on approach. Deliver results in a timely, complete, accurate manner. Anticipates possible roadblocks and modifies plans to achieve the result. Flexible and adapting to change: demonstrates positive attitude and contributes to changes. Quality driven; attentive to detail and accuracy. Monitors trends and identifies root causes for quality issues. Organization skills; accurately anticipates length and difficulty of tasks. Plans work effectively to meet routine testing and high priority projects.
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Job Title: Quality Technician I (Night Shift)
SITUATION IN ORGANIZATION
Reports directly to the Quality Supervisor.
JOB DIMENSIONS
Conduct routine testing required to ensure that raw materials received and finished products produced are in compliance with acceptable specifications and notify the Quality Supervisor of any issues.
This position is for a rotating NIGHT SHIFT - 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, every two days. This will require some weekends and holidays as the plant is a 24/7 operation.
This position description is intended to be a reflection of principal job elements, not an extensive list of all responsibilities associated with the job.
KEY ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Laboratory Testing (75%)
Follows instructions to perform routine testing on finished goods and input results into LIMS. Re-test aged finished goods and materials. Run SQC samples and compare to historical values. Run periodic checks on calibration of instrumentation. Complete additional assigned testing in a timely manner.
Laboratory Data Entry (10%)
Data entry into SAP, when necessary. Input results for raw materials, when necessary. Upload Certificates of Analysis and other documentation to common drive.
Operational Excellence and HES Activities (10%)
Participate in plant Behavior Based Safety program. Understand the role of quality in relation to all the other departments; working with a sense of urgency to provide support in a timely manner.
Laboratory Troubleshooting (5%)
Work with production operators, as needed, to troubleshoot lab problems. Initial basic instrumentation troubleshooting. Responsible for general lab housekeeping, leaving lab ready for following shift.
CONTEXT AND ENVIRONMENT
Manufacturing environment with chemical, physical, ergonomic, and electrical hazards. Work includes a variety of physical and biological conditions including, but not limited to, moving mechanical parts, working with sharp tools, and exposure to chemical hazards. Work is primarily performed in the laboratory; worker is exposed to some outside environmental conditions. Work requires use of protective clothing and equipment, which may include, but not be limited to, eye protection, head protection, respiratory protection, and foot protection. Noise level in the work environment is below the OSHA permissible exposure limits. Supports the site HES policy and complies with all regulatory and internal requirements. Supports and promotes the reporting of all health, safety, environmental, near-miss, accident or injury incidents. Must be able to lift 35 pounds (handling waste drums, gas cylinders, laboratory supplies). Must be able to stand for extended periods with occasional walking and sitting.
REQUIRED EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS / WORK EXPERIENCE
Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry or equivalent field of study. Laboratory experiences preferred. Must be proficient in Microsoft Software.
DEMONSTRATED COMPETENCIES
Must be able to work independently, on routine assignments, as well as in groups. Analytical thinking skills; gathers information, identifies relationships and formulates logical conclusions. Clear communication; tailors communication based on the audience to present ideas clearly and concisely. Agile learner; quickly comprehends new problems and situations and is able to figure things out in a short amount of time taking a hands-on approach. Deliver results in a timely, complete, accurate manner. Anticipates possible roadblocks and modifies plans to achieve the result. Flexible and adapting to change: demonstrates positive attitude and contributes to changes. Quality driven; attentive to detail and accuracy. Monitors trends and identifies root causes for quality issues. Organization skills; accurately anticipates length and difficulty of tasks. Plans work effectively to meet routine testing and high priority projects.
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