Quality Control Lab Technician (Night Shift)
16 days ago
Howell
Job Description The Quality Control Lab Technician I is responsible for performing routine laboratory testing on raw materials, in‐process samples, and finished products to verify compliance with established specifications and safety standards. This position focuses on precise test execution, thorough documentation, proper equipment maintenance, and adherence to safe work practices in support of manufacturing operations, warehousing, technical laboratories, customer requirements, and regulatory compliance. Responsibilities: • Receive and test raw material and finished product samples following controlled test procedure guidelines., • Record test data accurately in the ERP system, or approved spreadsheets; ensure traceability and proper data integrity controls., • Operate, maintain, and perform routine calibrations on laboratory instruments; document calibration according to procedural requirements., • Identify out-of-specification results and report/react to them appropriately based on controlled procedures., • Verify correct labeling, handling, storage, and documentation for hazardous materials and waste., • Contribute to continuous improvement by suggesting method or workflow enhancements; support experiments as directed., • Complete supervisor-assigned tasks to meet departmental objectives and on-time delivery of quality product. Required Qualifications: • High school diploma or GED required. Associate degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related field preferred., • Operate a computer and other office machinery or equipment., • Ability to complete positional tasks that may include bending, squatting, twisting and overhead reaching., • Ability to make gross or fine adjustments to parts, machines, vehicles or controls that require coordinating fine or gross finger or hand movement with visual information., • Occasionally ascend and descend a ladder using fall protection techniques to service equipment., • The ability to wear personal protective gear correctly, such as safety glasses, safety shoes, highly visible vest, gloves, and a respirator for part or most of the day., • Ability to lift 25-pound bags, pails or boxes to a height of 3-4 feet with assistance., • The ability to wear personal protective gear correctly, such as a respirator for part or most of the day. Company DescriptionChem-Trend, a company of the Freudenberg Group, and part of Freudenberg Chemical Specialities, is a global organization with manufacturing operations in North and South America, Europe and Asia, sales offices in 17 countries and distributors in more than 50 countries that are supported by its headquarters in Michigan. Chem-Trend has a singular focus of formulating and manufacturing innovative process chemical specialities for use in the die casting, rotational molding, general rubber, polyurethane, tire, thermoplastic and composite industries. Chem-Trend operates around the globe with employees worldwide. We are a customer-focused organization with a culture of innovation, responsiveness, and work/life balance. We recognize that it’s our people who make Chem-Trend a leader in the release agent industry so we strive to keep employees happy, motivated and challenged. Apply online to become a part of the Chem-Trend team! If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or any aspect of the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 517-546-4520.Chem-Trend, a company of the Freudenberg Group, and part of Freudenberg Chemical Specialities, is a global organization with manufacturing operations in North and South America, Europe and Asia, sales offices in 17 countries and distributors in more than 50 countries that are supported by its headquarters in Michigan. Chem-Trend has a singular focus of formulating and manufacturing innovative process chemical specialities for use in the die casting, rotational molding, general rubber, polyurethane, tire, thermoplastic and composite industries.\r\n\r\nChem-Trend operates around the globe with employees worldwide. We are a customer-focused organization with a culture of innovation, responsiveness, and work/life balance. We recognize that it’s our people who make Chem-Trend a leader in the release agent industry so we strive to keep employees happy, motivated and challenged. Apply online to become a part of the Chem-Trend team! If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or any aspect of the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 517-546-4520.