QC Lab Technician
Vernon, NY - USA
Job Summary
This QC Lab Technician will be responsible for the day to day operation of the Quality Control Lab at the Vernon Plant. This position will be responsible for monitoring and performing of tests to insure that not only in-process production material is performing well but also guarantee that material is produced to specifications before leaving the plant site. This position is important to the successful execution of ISO/QMS EFfCI and RCMS Standards.
- Performing quality testing:
- Understanding laboratory calibration procedures and protocol
- Manipulation of the computer systems to enter data (WebLIMS)
- Effectively communicating the disposition information on batches
- Miscellaneous sample analysis for the investigation of customer complaints concerns or requests
- Participation in Gauge R&R studies to validate methods and analysts
- Carry out in-process and final product analyses
- Monitoring plant alarm system
- Perform safety inspections
- Cleaning and Housekeeping
- Following laboratory procedures in disposing of laboratory waste in order to insure environmental compliance
- Maintaining the retain system
- Following laboratory procedures for labeling and storage and safe handling of chemicals
- HSSE RESPONSIBILIES:
- Follow all site safety rules and procedures.
- Monitor plant fire alarm system.
- Ensure safe working conditions through daily housekeeping of lab area.
- Conduct periodic inspections to assure compliance to existing process safety rules and procedures and to assess the effectiveness and need for other risk reduction activities.
- Represent Syensqo through daily actions that reinforce the corporate values; demonstrating personal commitment to a safe healthy and environmentally sound workplace for employees.
- Report all incident/accidents and assist in incident investigation.
- Completely understand and follow plant life critical procedures
- Use appropriate PPE based on job task
- Fully participate in plant health safety and environmental (HS&E) initiatives
- Complete live and computer based training to comply with HS&E requirements and policies
- Attend required daily and/or monthly safety meetings
- Follow laboratory procedures for labeling and storage and safe handling of chemicals
- Appropriately handle hazardous waste as part of lab operations utilizing satellite containers.
- Responsible for container labeling and marking moving containers and may collect samples to assist with characterization of waste.
- We offer the opportunity to join an exciting growth company
- A full range of benefits as expected of a successful company
- Opportunities for growth and learning
- Encouraging a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that values and respects individual differences and backgrounds
- High School Diploma GED or above
- Laboratory experience a plus
- Must be able to work 4 days on 4 days off rotating shift (12 hour shift) with required overtime.
- Must have good written and oral communication skills.
- Basic mathematical skills
- Position will require ability to lift 25 lbs. periodically.
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- 16 or more weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave according to local regulations
- Training platform for all employees
- Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)
This position operates on a rotational shift schedule featuring 12-hour shifts alternating between day shifts (6:30am6:30 pm) and night shifts (6:30 pm6:30 am). Flexibility to work both day and night shifts is required to support continuous operations.
- Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live work travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911 we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers with a diverse global team of more than 13000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer cleaner and more sustainable products found in homes food and consumer goods planes cars batteries smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
- At Syensqo we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us regardless of background age gender national origin ethnicity religion sexual orientation ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description we still encourage you to apply.
- Syensqo is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other legally protected characteristics.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Syensqo offers a portfolio of specialty polymers and high performance polymers for demanding markets like automotive, healthcare, mobile electronics.