Quality Technician (Materials Lab Technician) - Cenergy International

Roles and Responsibilities:

Rubber processing analysis. Primary responsibilities are to take production samples and place the samples on a machine that will conduct the analysis. This is in a manufacturing/ warehouse environment. Preferably looking for someone with experience in manufacturing/ industrial environment, however no specific experience is required. Entry-level position with Bridgestone. Contract will be anywhere from 3-6 months.
Candidate must have great attention to detail, reasoning skills and communication skills.

Acceptance testing of compounds, materials, and in process testing of rubber compounds in accordance with the working standards and quality guidelines.

Raw Material Testing: This is the day-to-day testing of direct and indirect, reinforcing, and non-reinforcing raw material requirements for Quality documentation, sampling and testing before the material can be used.

Rubber Compound Testing: This is the day-to-day pre-release testing done on mixed compounds to confirm the physical properties of the compound.

In Process Testing of Rubber Compound: Any test that requires meeting of a specification before the tested material can be used. This is the day-to-day pre-release testing done on mixed compounds and calendar material to confirm the physical properties of the compounds and calendar materials within tolerance.

Monitor Testing: Any test that is used to monitor key physical properties of a compound. These tests are done on a periodic basis to provide "snapshots" for compound physical properties that are used for trend plotting and also for bench marking.

In Process Monitoring Test: Any test that is used to monitor key physical properties of a compound. These tests are done on a periodic basis to provide "snapshots" of compound physical properties that are used for trend plotting and also for benchmarking. Modulus, Tensile, and Elongation: All final mixed compounds per Corporate Standard Practice BL-006 Carbon Black Dispersion: All final mixed compounds per Corporate Standard Practice BL-006 Rheometer (MDR) (380F &320F): All final & incoming mixed compounds per Corporate Standard Practice BL-006 Viscoelasticity: Designated on ATC Formula. Per Corporate Standard Practice BL-006 Blow point: Belt skim, Wedge, BEI, Sub tread, Under tread, Body Skim, Bead Filler, Sidewall Rayon Moisture Test: Run Flat Compounds Porosity on Tread: Tread Compounds. Scorch and ML4 Test: All final mixed compounds per Corporate Standard Practice BL-006. Certification of Cement Testing: As required by BR-003. Green Adhesion Testing: As required by PE Tack Testing: As required by PE

Other Testing: Other testing as directed through the quality programs and guidelines may include Stain, Ash, Specific Gravity & SMO Testing 4 Roll Testing Rework Stock, bead lubes as needed

Miscellaneous Activities: Provide vacation/absentee coverage as needed. Complete daily work activity logs. Assist as needed for resolution of non-conforming tests. Enter end-of-shift data into a summary spreadsheet. BB & WM sample pickups. 5S activities in the Lab. Assist with miscellaneous activities as required by supervision.



Qualifications and Education Requirements:

EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS (PERSONAL TOOLS REQUIRED, IF ANY): Safety glasses, safety shoes, ear plugs (PPE). Stain Cabinet, Brabender Elatest, D2020 Rheometer MDR 2000, Ash Furnace, Instron, Mooney Viscosity Curing press, Lab Mill, Lab Punch Press, Brookfield Viscosity Machine, Soft Point Machine, Satorious moisture Machine, Analytical Balance. Computers, various computer programs, spreadsheets, and barcode scan guns. Motorized cart, 3-wheeled tricycle, knife, and scissors.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS: Must follow existing safety rules. Use proper lifting and cutting techniques. Comply with all safety policies. Safety glasses and safety shoes are required. Certification using Lab Mill. MEO license

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND WORKING CONDITIONS: Standing, walking, 50lbs lifting molds & rubber samples bags, occasionally climbing stairs. Operate Lab Mill.



For more information, please email us at recruiters@cenergyintl.Com

Pay Range:

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $21.00 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.



Please Note:

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



Benefits:

The benefits available with this position include:

• 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




• Aetna Group Medical Coverage & Kaiser for California only




• Dental Insurance Coverage




• Vision Insurance Coverage




• Basic Life Insurance & AD&D




• Long Term Disability




• Voluntary Short-Term Disability




• Direct Deposit




• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts

Cenergy is a dynamic, diverse, woman-owned company that has provided stellar support to our clients globally for over 25 years! We hire extraordinary people, and each of our team members are encouraged to embody our core values to drive innovation and own it with integrity and trust while adding to our positive and forward-thinking atmosphere.