QC Lab Technician

The QC Lab Technician supports all activities regarding Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) related to the Green Bay Expancel site. Carries out prescribed procedures to generate information for plant quality analysis and general lab tasks. QC Technicians are responsible for prioritizing shift tasks and sample load. Technicians may be assigned to be an initiative lead for key laboratory activities.

In your future role as QC Lab Tech you will

• Ensure compliance in all aspects of safety with all applicable regulations (Nouryon and regulatory)
• Actively participate in Continuous Improvement efforts including 5S activities in the laboratory
• Support and execute the site Quality Control Plan and ISO/Responsible Care
• Actively participate in Behavior Based Safety (BBS) program
• Execute standard procedures and methods for analysis
• Perform a variety of chemical and instrumental analyses including raw material, in-process, and final product samples, environmental effluent sampling (to the extent assigned by the Quality Manager), and other specialized testing associated with the laboratory operation
• Records analysis observations and notes accurately
• Coordinate and prioritize shift workload for the lab
• Reports results back to requestors – production, logistics, environmental, management – using appropriate approved methods
• Maintains a neat, clean, and safe work area and documents results according to standards
• Maintain and improve equipment (incl corrective and preventive maintenance, calibration, replacement)
• Manage supplies (incl spare parts, reagents, standard, etc.)
• Oversee and manage retain sample storage
• Support Quality Manager in tasks as assigned
• Strive for improvements in the lab’s processes, environment, and equipment
• Understand and help implement the site’s Operating Policy, and HSSE goals and objectives.
• Support and participate in on-going HSSE improvement activities and committees.
• Be aware of potential health, safety, security and environmental impacts in area of responsibility and the consequences if an upset occurs.
• Understand and implement any parts of the Environmental Compliance Plan and Waste Management Plan that apply to area of responsibility.
• Understand and help implement the site’s Quality Policy, Quality goals and objectives, and the Quality Improvement Process (MTQ).
• Be fully aware of your specific quality assurance responsibilities.
• Be familiar with sitewide document control, internal quality audits, corrective action, non-conforming product and record keeping procedures.

We believe you bring

• Associates or Bachelors degree in Chemistry or related field
• Experience working in a QC lab or R&D facility
  • Experience working in a PSM regulated site preferred
• Experience with SAP, ISO-9001 & RC-14001
• Advanced PC skills (spreadsheets, Microsoft Office etc.)
• Ability to read/write in English
• Ability to lift approx. 25 lbs.
• Must be able to work in a plant environment; must be able to wear safety shoes, safety glasses, hard hat & respirator as needed
• Continuous Improvement experience (L6S & DMAIC) preferred
• Enablon experience preferred
• EPI-MES experience preferred

Good to Know

The plant runs on a 24/7 basis with 12-hour shifts following the DuPont schedule, where each shift rotates between days & nights. Day shift will run from 5 AM – 5 PM, while night shift will run from 5 PM – 5 AM. 

About Nouryon

We’re looking for tomorrow’s Changemakers today. 

If you’re looking for your next career move, apply today and join Nouryon’s worldwide team of Changemakers in providing essential solutions that our customers use to manufacture everyday products such as personal care, cleaning, paints and coatings, agriculture and food, pharmaceuticals, and building products. Our employees are driven by the wish to make an impact and actively drive positive change. If that describes you, we will gladly make way for your ambitions. From day one we support you with your personal growth, through challenging positions and comprehensive learning and development opportunities, in a dynamic, international, diverse, and proactive working environment. 

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We have already chosen our sourcing channels for this recruitment and kindly ask not to be contacted by any advertisement agents, recruitment agencies or staffing companies. 

Nouryon is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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What can Nouryon offer you?

If you share our values and ambitions, we offer a fascinating international environment that rewards your skills and enthusiasm. Our employment package comprises a competitive salary and an attractive bonus scheme. Training opportunities and internal networks enable valuable personal and professional development. And through challenging projects you will help us become first choice for our customers, shareholders and employees, all over the world.