Laboratory/Quality Tech - Metal Finishing
- South Bend, IN
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Daily chemical sampling and analysis.
- Light Environmental Management.
- Responsible for all pH adjustments.
- Executes the dumping and replenishing of chemical and rinse tanks.
- Maintain inventory of laboratory chemicals/supplies and Paint (OSH).
- Maintain organization and cleanliness of laboratory.
- Inventory and organization of process chemicals and storage areas.
- Participating and/or facilitating in the Corrective Action process.
- Perform internal audits and participate in external audits, as needed
- Participate in Customer conference calls and visits when needed
- Participate in formal customer corrective actions, as needed
- Respond to requests for assistance from Production, Pricing, and Customer Service.
- Manage inquiries in a timely manner.
- Develop, select and enter process programs and correlating work instructions into the computer system.
- Assist in answering sales and customer questions or concerns pertaining to process and finishing requirements.
- Assist in troubleshooting process problems as they relate to product quality & chemistry.
- Daily coordination of, and participation in processing, testing and disposition of rework material.
- Review documentation and certify outgoing product.
- Assist with the Document Control process
- Must be able to operate a forklift.
- Performs other miscellaneous job duties and related functions as needed.
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and walk up and down stairs several times per day.
- Must be able to occasionally lift parts up to 50 lbs.
- Must be able to operate a forklift.
- Must be able to maneuver a full drum or barrel of chemical that varies in weight. (est. 500-700lbs)
- Must successfully complete respiratory fit testing.
- 50% of a day is spent stationary or on the computer with split responsibilities in Quality and Chemistry
- 50% of a day is spent walking or standing with split responsibilities in Quality and Chemistry
- An Associate’s Degree in Quality or related field is preferred.
- Metal finishing experience and demonstrated organization and decision-making skills.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Next-Day Pay: Don’t wait for payday; access your daily pay the next day!
- Quarterly Incentive Program: Paid based on hours worked and business results
- Paid company holidays
- Shift Differentials for 2nd and 3rd shift
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Program
- On-the-Job Training and Advancement Opportunities
- Employee Recognition and Rewards program
- Fun Recognition Events and more!
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (Eligibility begins on the 1stof the month, following your start date)
- Paid Time Off: 80 Hours earned your first year
- Company funded Health Reimbursement or a Health Savings Account up to $3,000
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Company-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Additional benefits for employee purchase: life insurance, critical illness, voluntary accident, and accidental death & dismemberment
- LiveHealth Online, virtual doctor visits