Quality Control Lab Technician

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Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

Everything we do in EMD Electronics is to help us deliver on our purpose of being the company behind the companies, advancing digital living. We are dedicated to being the trusted supplier of high-tech materials, services and specialty chemicals for the electronics, automotive and cosmetics industries. We foster a global collaborative organization made up of individuals who have the passion to win, obsess about the customer, are relentlessly curious and act with urgency. Together, we push the boundaries of science to make more possible for our customers.

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

Your Role:

The Quality Control Laboratory Technician will perform routine analytical tests, instruments preventative maintenance, calibrations, and standardizations per written analytical procedures and work instructions; assist in problem solving efforts for safety, health, environmental, and product quality improvements under general guidelines and supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor and Manager. Daily tasks include the following:

Provide routine analytical support to operation/production units for product quality, environmental, and safety concerns

Analyze samples, report and communicate results to the operations teams

Operate and maintain analytical equipment

Preventative maintenance tasks/calibrations

Assemble, install and operate equipment such as GC, FTIR, ICP/MS, analytical balances, Pipettes, pH meter, moisture analyzers and particle counters

Adhere to and support the ISO 9001 Quality Assurance program at the site

Physical Attributes:

Lift, push, and or pull up to 50lbs on occasion

Wear personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, gloves, masks, and or steel-toed safety shoes, as needed

Location: Onsite in Tamaqua PA (Monday - Friday. Hours/days: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Who You Are:

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate Degree in Chemistry, Biology or other life science discipline

Preferred Qualifications:

 

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Biology or other life science disciplines

2+ years of experience with laboratory operations

2+ years of experience with handling hazardous chemicals (toxic, reactive, pyrophoric, corrosive, oxidizer, Fluorine and HF)

Self-starter and can work independently or with a small group

Experience with installing and operating equipment such as GC, FTIR, ICP/MS, analytical balances, Pipettes, pH meters, moisture analyzers and particle counters

Experience working in a clean room environment

Proficiency in root cause analysis and 6S

Self-starter with the ability to multitask, work as an individual contributor and as a member of a diverse team, be a skilled problem solver, and have a strong passion for continuous improvement and quality

Ability to effectively use hardware and lab analysis software packages to enhance productivity

Ability to function independently and efficiently under the guidance of management and have good communication skills

Ability to recognize existing problems, foresee potential problems, and implement measures to eliminate or reduce the probability of occurrence and/or minimize their impact

Base Pay Range for this position-$31.00-52.00 per hour

The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click  here .

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!