Quality Lab Technician Position Available In Forsyth, North Carolina

Quality Lab Technician 2.7 2.7 out of 5 stars Winston-Salem, NC 27105 JOB SUMMARY The Laboratory Technician will be located in our NPD lab in Winston-Salem, NC. This position is responsible for the inspection, assessment, verification/testing, and documentation of process and product quality on flexible packaging development projects. Included in these duties are instrument care, calibration, documentation, and support to the NPD and Quality teams.

SHIFT HOURS

2:45PM – 11:00PM

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepares routine reports – including gathering and summarizing data. Assist with test development Ensure lab equipment calibrations are current, perform calibrations, and maintain calibration records Test raw materials, in-process materials, and finished product Assist development/quality engineers with pilot /production equipment trial coverage, perform lab testing, report, and document results Participate in internal as well as external teams Interface with external suppliers and customers through meetings, laboratory tours, and site visits Prepare customer/sales samples and pack for shipment Log sample rolls and maintain NPD sample room Assist and provide recommendations for statistical data analysis Inspects and tests materials, products and packages in support of new technology development and for manufacturing plant/customer support/quality Follows and participates in lab safe housekeeping guidelines designed to ensure a safe work environment. Performs other duties that may be assigned based on business requirements Experience and Education Requirements Minimum of 2 (two) years directly related laboratory and/or plastic packaging development experience or Associates/Technical Degree. Minimum Skills, Knowledge and Ability Requirements Ability to input and retrieve information on a computer. Capable of compiling test results and presenting findings in spreadsheet (Excel) or presentation format (PowerPoint) Basic understanding of equipment, instruments and processes. Follow documented work instructions (WI’s) and test procedures (PTM, ASTM, and Tappi) relevant to position Fundamental understanding of packaging material properties and how they’re utilized in the industry Proficient operating advanced laboratory equipment (DSC, GC, FTIR, Goniometer, Lippke 5000 burst tester) Good communication and interpersonal skills using tact and diplomacy. Ability to work well in a team environment as well as independently Capable of coordinating and prioritizing multiple work assignments/projects Strong attention to detail.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, employees, customers, and the general public.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Thermal and solvent based process equipment environment, lifting and process noise

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear; and smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.