Quality Laboratory Technician

Full Time Quality Laboratory Technician

Quality Laboratory Technician

JOB-10044513

Anticipated Start Date

July 21 , 2025

Location

Cincinnati, OH

Type of Employment

Contract Hire

Employer Info

Our client, the worlds leading chemical company, operates in chemicals, plastics, performance products, crop protection, and oil and gas. Combining economic success with environmental and social responsibility, their operations span major chemical manufacturing sites, R&D, sales, marketing, supply chain, business development, HR, procurement, and environmental health and safety. Serving a wide range of markets and industries, including automotive, construction, agriculture, aerospace, and personal care, they maintain a diverse presence.

Job Summary

We are see king a highly motivated and detail-oriented Quality Control Laboratory Technician to join our onsite analytical laboratory. This role is responsible for performing quality control testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products to ensure compliance with established specifications. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and have experience in a manufacturing lab environment, preferably within the chemical, petrochemical, or lubricant sectors.

Job Description

• Perform analysis using established laboratory techniques.
• Perform analysis and report results for testing of raw materials and in-process and final product samples
• Release final products based on customer specification.
• Release raw materials to production based on raw material specification.
• Lead/Assist in Non-Conforming product investigation and corrective action implementation.
• Understand problem solving and decision making using root cause analysis tools and reports.
• Active participation in EHS initiatives and compliance; including adherence to established safety, health, and environmental policies and procedures
• Provide emergency response as an Emergency Responder (first aid, CPR, and emergency response training is required)
• Establish proficiency in data management systems such as SAP and Documentum; for purposes such as COA generation, quality release, procedure review, and analysis reporting
• Responsible to maintain and follow all laboratory requirements for product controls and standard validation.
• Support Quality and Responsible Care Management Systems (ISO and RCMS)
• Responsible to maintain compliance for analytical laboratory equipment and validate instrument controls utilizing routine instrument checks through calibration, verification, and/or validation
• Follow and improve work procedures and ensure documentation of lab activities.
• Work shift schedule and provide adequate shift relief
• Understand troubleshooting and root cause determination with regards to instrumentation
• Able to repair and maintain laboratory equipment
• Assist operators with problem solving/troubleshooting
• Support and adhere to the principles of the American Chemistry Council's Responsible Care, EPA and OSHA initiatives by protecting the environment, health, safety and security of our employees, contractors, carriers, distributors, visitors, customers and neighbors.
• Shift: M-F 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Skills Required

• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail, organization and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently, interpret information and make decisions for product release
• Ability to communicate effectively delivering analytical results to production
• Must be willing and able to travel up to 5%
• Familiarity with one or more of the following instruments is preferred: HPLC, GC, AAS, ICP, KF Titrators, pH meters, Brookfield Viscometers
• Experience in chemical labs within industrial manufacturing or oil/gas/petrochemical sectors is highly desirable

Education

• Associate of Science in Chemistry or a related technical field (e.g., Biology, Chemical Technology) with 5+ years of lab experience in a manufacturing setting,
• OR Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or a related technical field (no prior lab experience required)

Additional Requirements

• Change gas cylinders and maneuver lab carts loaded with solvent containers
• Assist with handling and disposal of 55-gallon waste containers
• Walk up/down four flights of stairs as needed
• Lift up to 50 lbs
• Work rotating shifts if required in the future

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.