Galata Chemicals, LLC Looking for QC Manufacturing Laboratory Technician at Hahnville, LA Full Time

QC Laboratory Technician

Job Scope

Reporting to the QC Lab Manager, this position performs quality control testing to published specifications and performs basic chemicals analysis in chemical manufacturing laboratory.

• Perform incoming raw materials analysis, in-process sample testing and finished products testing and disposition of completed material.
• Provide routine and non-routine test runs on samples, and record and analyze chemical and physical tests results (GC, Titration, Spectrometry, etc.).
• Calculating batch sheets and adjustments to batches
• Making solutions and standardizing for both lab and plant.
• Conduct minor and coordinate the calibration activities with outside vendors.
• Provide technical data regarding customer inquiries when needed and communicate quality issues to Lab Manager
• Perform data recording into SAP, LIMS and other databases
• Operate various lab test equipment, assist in maintaining the laboratory in proper order by supporting and participating in ongoing laboratory improvement initiatives, equipment maintenance, and ordering supplies and perform housekeeping, including washing glassware and sample disposal.
• Enforce good manufacturing practices and safety policies.

Candidate Profile

• BS in Chemistry and strong knowledge and understand of chemical processes and chemistry principles.
• 3 – 5 years hands on experience in chemical manufacturing laboratory environment
• Knowledge of basic chemistry principles and chemical analysis techniques, use of lab processing and commercial equipment
• Excellent analytical and problems solving skills
• Ability to troubleshoot and find quick resolution, with excellent follow through skills
• Knowledge of statistical data analysis techniques
• Computer literate, specifically MS Excel and MS access and SAP
• An ability to perform light calibration on lab equipment to ensure accurate results

Essential Functions

• Senses of sight, touch, smell and hearing; Ability to work in chemical laboratory environment. Ability to distinguish and differentiate colors; Extensive standing for long periods of time 80 – 90%; walking 70 – 75%, sitting 20%; Constant reaching, carrying and lifting up to 25 lbs; Wearing protective equipment, including steel toe shoes, self contained breathing apparatus as needed; Emergency response; Rotating Shift, including nights, weekends, holiday, overtime.

Employment and Compensation

• Galata Chemicals is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering a competitive compensation package including benefits.

Company Description

Galata Chemicals is a specialty chemical company manufacturing and marketing additives used in PVC, Polyurethane and Silicone applications around the world. The Business has been established for over 50 years with a global manufacturing footprint and sales in over 50 countries, becoming an independent privately owned company in May of 2010.

Galata Chemicals is a specialty chemical company manufacturing and marketing additives used in PVC, Polyurethane and Silicone applications around the world. The Business has been established for over 50 years with a global manufacturing footprint and sales in over 50 countries, becoming an independent privately owned company in May of 2010.