BASF - QA Lab Technician - First Tek, Inc.

QA Lab Technician

We are pleased to recruit for a company whose corporate purpose is to create chemistry for a sustainable future and has been doing so for 150 years. Their portfolio ranges from chemicals, plastics, performance products and crop protection products to oil and gas. Their products and solutions contribute to conserving resources, ensuring nutrition and improving quality of life. Our client is expanding and seeking a QA Lab Technician in Attapulgus, GA.
Responsibilities:

• Responsible for completing quality control and assurance testing of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products, in a safe manner, for the Attapulgus, Georgia site within the scope of the ISO 9001 Quality Management System and RCMS Management System in compliance with all certification requirements.
• The person in this role will also evaluate data using appropriate software to ensure the results meet internal and external specifications. The appropriate person(s) will be notified timely when testing results do not meet required specifications.
• Support of ongoing continuous improvement of lab and plant processes through QA/QC activities to meet and/or exceed customer expectations is an integral characteristic of this role.
• Complete the verification protocol for instruments and standardize solutions according to documented procedures as well as the required records.
• Complete routine sample analysis following documented methods and communicating with Operators and Supervisors about the quality of material.
• Maintain chemical standards documentation and ensure re-certification is completed and documented as needed.
• Troubleshooting and participate in root cause analysis.
• Reporting atypical sample or equipment behavior to supervisor
• Additional duties which a Laboratory Technician may carry out include routine chemical reactions or bench-scale tests of plant processes; sample collection in the plant; environmental monitoring; or plant analytical instrumentation maintenance/verification.
• Utilizing equipment and data software programs
• Monitor and interpret SPC charts and take appropriate action.
• Optimize existing procedures through Measurement System Analysis or other means.
• Conformance to ISO/RCMS requirements
• Perform assigned duties as outlined by supervisor, management, or designee.
• Ability to follow a 12-hour rotating shift schedule and overtime when require.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Good communication skills (oral and written)
  

Requirements:

• 2 years Laboratory experience
• Experience working in a QC/QA production lab environment supporting manufacturing and demonstrating skills outlined in principle responsibilities section, preferable in positions of increasing responsibility (ISO)
• Developed understanding of general chemistry and laboratory safety
• Developed understanding of math and statistics
• Developed computer skills using software packages such as Microsoft Office, LIMS, SAP

Must have a valid driver's license and current state required minimum vehicle insurance coverage to drive onto Client and Company property.

Education: High school diploma or GED
Location: Attapulgus, GA 39815
Pay Rate: The pay range for this position is $25.50 – 26.50 per hour; however, the pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This pay information is being provided pursuant to applicable law and is based in part on market location.
Work Schedule: Rotating 12 hours shift (Rotational between day and night)
Length of Assignment: Contract - hire
Benefits:

Cenergy employees can enjoy the following robust benefits and resources:

Ongoing Training (RSO, Systems, Software Programs, OSHA Safety, JJ Keller, etc.)

Continuous Employment Development and Learning

Ongoing Advocacy, internal assets with HSE, Legal and HR teams and experts to aid in Employee Career Path and Advancement

401K

Healthcare & Healthcare Group Medical Coverage

Dental Insurance Coverage

Vision Insurance Coverage

Basic Life Insurance & AD&D

Long Term Disability

Voluntary Short-Term Disability

Access to Health Joy

GAP Medical Coverage

Direct Deposit

Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts