Laboratory Technician (Louisville, KY, 40258) | 08/17/26 Job Description Below mentioned is the job description for your reference:

Job Title:

Laboratory Technician

•(Quality Technician)

Location:

Louisville, KY (Onsite)

Duration:

6 Months Possible Extensions

Shift:

1st Shift

•Start time between 5:00 AM

•8:00 AM (8-hour shift) | Mon-Fri Position Overview Seeking an experienced Quality Technician / Laboratory Technician to support quality control testing and laboratory operations at its Louisville manufacturing facility. This position is responsible for performing laboratory testing, documenting results, maintaining quality records in SAP, supporting non-conforming material investigations, and ensuring products meet quality specifications before release. The ideal candidate will have extensive laboratory experience, strong analytical skills, SAP experience, and the ability to work independently while maintaining strict quality and safety standards. Key Responsibilities Laboratory Testing & Quality Control Perform quality control testing following established laboratory procedures.

Conduct laboratory testing using equipment including:

Viscometer

Softening Point Tester

Gardner equipment

Other laboratory testing instruments

Prepare laboratory samples according to established procedures.

Complete required calibration, certification, and equipment verification before use.

Prioritize testing based on production schedules, customer requirements, and R D priorities.

Ensure all testing is completed within required QC timelines. Quality Documentation & SAP Accurately document laboratory testing results.

Enter quality data, formulas, and testing information into SAP.

Verify data accuracy before releasing materials.

Maintain laboratory records and testing documentation.

Review production data and quality records. Non-Conforming Material Management Report out-of-specification materials and process deviations promptly.

Manage Non-Conforming Material Reports (NCMR).

Enter, assign, track, and close non-conforming material cases.

Support investigations and root cause analysis activities.

Communicate material issues to management in a timely manner. Food Safety & GMP Compliance Participate as an active member of the HACCP, GMP, and Food Safety Team.

Attend HACCP/GMP/Food Safety meetings.

Conduct GMP inspections.

Perform Glass Inspection activities.

Maintain compliance with laboratory quality standards. Laboratory Operations Maintain laboratory cleanliness and organization.

Follow laboratory housekeeping standards.

Ensure compliance with laboratory safety procedures.

Perform equipment calibration activities.

Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Assist with plant equipment calibration as required.

Complete additional quality-related duties assigned by management. Work Environment Manufacturing laboratory environment.

Time-sensitive laboratory testing.

Strong emphasis on data integrity and product quality.

Products must be accurately tested before release for sale.

Must maintain high levels of accuracy while meeting production deadlines. Required Qualifications Minimum 5+ years of laboratory experience using quality testing equipment.

Experience with:

Viscometer

Softening Point testing

Gardner testing

Other laboratory quality equipment

Quality Control or Laboratory Quality experience.

SAP experience (required).

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent attention to detail.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Strong Microsoft Office skills. Preferred Qualifications Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in:

Chemistry

Biology

Related Science Field

Basic statistical knowledge including:

Control Charts

SPC

Cp/Cpk

Standard Deviation Safety & Compliance Follow OSHA safety regulations.

Follow EPA guidelines.

Comply with Bostik Environmental Health & Safety policies.

Maintain laboratory housekeeping standards.

Support HACCP, GMP, and Food Safety compliance initiatives. Technical Skills SAP

Microsoft Office Suite

Laboratory Testing

Quality Control

Viscometer

Softening Point Testing

Gardner Testing

Laboratory Documentation

Quality Assurance

Data Entry

Calibration

Statistics

NCMR

GMP

HACCP

Food Safety

SPC

Cp/Cpk

Root Cause Investigation Key Competencies Laboratory Operations

Quality Assurance

Quality Control

Data Accuracy

Attention to Detail

Analytical Skills

Documentation

Problem Solving

Independent Work

Continuous Improvement

Communication

Time Management

MUST HAVE

5+ years of laboratory or quality experience.

Experience using Viscometer, Softening Point, Gardner, or similar laboratory equipment.

SAP experience.

Strong analytical skills.

Excellent attention to detail.

Ability to self-direct work.