Quality Assurance Lab Technician

Job Description

IFS INDUSTRIES INC.

is seeking a Quality Assurance Lab Technician to join our team in Reading, PA. This position will support operations by quality testing of finished products and raw materials. Also supports Quality and Research & Development on formulation, including scale up production, products specification and performance testing.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Perform finished goods QA testing and the appropriate release/reject transactions in our ERP system. Quality testing as required for incoming chemicals, raw materials, packaging materials, and finished goods. Assist batch makers to make proper/efficient adjustment to the batch as required. Support daily operation including conduct root cause and corrective actions for nonconformity of products. Work directly with batch maker to ensure quality compliance. Perform production floor audit to ensure that the operators use correct packaging materials, date code, weigh, palletize, etc. Maintain and calibrate lab equipment such as pH meter, scales, viscometers, refractometer, DSC and rheometer and other laboratory equipment. Preparation and standardization of titration reagent chemicals. File and maintain the archiving documentations. Coordinate/Perform any additional project assigns by Manager. Enter in-process and final QA testing data into the quality control logs. Assist Quality Manager / Manufacturing / Lab Techs in investigating quality complaints/issues.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain a high level of attention to detail. Must be able to work independently and as part of a team. Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively with others. Must have the ability to follow established policies, procedures, and safety protocol. Efficient with MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.) Quality Assurance testing, lab testing, auditing 1-3 years of plant quality experience within the manufacturing/production industry. High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, reach, grasp by hand, bend, kneel, stoop and climb stairs. Use close vision, & peripheral vision with ability to adjust focus. Eye-hand coordination. May lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles and will be exposed to a wide range of temperatures. Benefits & Perks •

COMPETITIVE PAY

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

HSA/FSA 401K

with Company Matching Program Basic Life Insurance & AD&D Insurance Services - At no cost! Paid Vacation Time & Paid Holidays Paid PPE Program and much more! Must successfully pass an interview, drug/alcohol test and background check. IFS INDUSTRIES, INC., is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person