QC Lab Technician - First Tek, Inc.

 
General duties: Organize and prioritize workload. Independently perform routine and non-routine work, support the QC laboratory in testing all samples, if applicable. Ability to coordinate and perform multiple/concurrent tasks in an accurate, efficient and timely manner. Coordinate and test raw materials and finished products on a daily basis based upon back logs, customer shipment schedules and/or as directed by management. Communicate the backlog of samples to be tested to Manager. Communicate work schedule(s) to Manager including weekend work to ensure QC testing does not become excessively back-logged. As a result of back logged samples, must be able to work occasional overtime. In-depth knowledge of test methods, processes, and laboratory equipment for raw material, liquid and finished products. Ensure work instructions are aligned with overall company test methods. May revise and/or develop laboratory standard operating procedures. If applicable, ability to make retarder to meet finished product specifications. Responsible for the inspection/preventative maintenance of all laboratory equipment. Need to have knowledge of all lab equipment (vicat apparatus, air jet sieve, screen sieves, scratch testing equipment, weigh scale, hardness tester, and if applicable colorimeter). Quality Information database system : record test data in a timely manner to enable real time SPC charting and analysis. Review SPC data/charts identifying unusual trends, may suggest special causes and assist in corrective action. Must notify Management of unusual trend(s). Ensure open communication regarding SPC trend(s) with other QC laboratory personnel.