Purpose of the Position
Reporting to the Quality Control Supervisor, the Quality Control Laboratory Technician's primary responsiblity is to provide testing services for routine production and non-routine additional requirements.
Job Description
- Perform shift (12-hour day/night) production testing as indicated in the control plan in the quality control laboratory in compliance with all quality, safety and environmental requirements.
- Perform non-routine additional requested testing as required.
- Perform control testing on laboratory equipment to ensure equipment effectiveness. Review results on a Statistical Process Control (SPC) chart and initiate corrective action if out of control.
- Accurately input test results into laboratory database in a timely manner and inform production/laboratory supervisor of atypical situations and out-of-specification results.
- Perform instrument troubleshooting if the instrument is generating atypical data, breakdown, out of calibration, etc.
- Perform scheduled calibration and maintenance on laboratory equipment.
- Perform and document routine laboratory safety system functionality testing as per schedule.
- Ensure good housekeeping is maintained in area of responsibility.
- Attend and participate periodic communication sessions (where possible).
- Support non-routine laboratory operation activities, like waste disposal, retention sample handling, etc.
- Other laboratory/company related duties, as assigned.
Job Requirements
- Diploma in Engineering /Chemistry or Process Technology 1-3 years experience in a Chemical or Petrochemical manufacturing operation.
- Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
- Relevant laboratory testing experience, especially rubber/plastic, hydrocarbon, is an added advantage.
- Hands-on experience and familiar with Laboratory instruments like GC, HPLC, FTIR, KF titrator, XRF, Mooney, MDR, is an added advantage.
- Proficient in computer applications (for example: Microsoft Word, Excel, LIMS) is desirable.
- Positive working attitude and highly motivated with good character.
- Initiative, independent and team player.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
