QC Laboratory Technician

Chem Arrow Corporation delivers innovative solutions to complex metalworking challenges through a comprehensive range of metalworking fluids, lubricants, industrial cleaners, and specialty chemical products. With manufacturing capabilities across three continents, we combine advanced technology, local supply, and personalized service to support our global customers. Now part of Motul, a globally recognized leader in high-performance lubricants, we are entering an exciting new phase of growth. Together, we empower our teams to make an impact, drive innovation, and deliver excellence to customers worldwide. We value passion, precision, and performance—and we’re looking for people who share that mindset. We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive QC Laboratory Technician to join our Quality team. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the quality and compliance of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products. You will collaborate closely with Manufacturing, R&D, and Quality teams to support operational excellence and continuous improvement. What You’ll Do Perform analytical testing on raw materials, in-process samples, traded products, and finished goods to ensure compliance with specifications Review and validate supplier Certificates of Analysis and issue CoAs for finished products Record, manage, and verify laboratory data in LIMS, ensuring accuracy, traceability, and compliance Maintain statistical data for process monitoring and quality reporting Support investigations of out-of-specification (OOS) results, including re-sampling, testing, and data collection Assist in root cause analysis and documentation of non-conforming materials Participate in product and process audits and provide analytical support for customer requirements and technical service activities Maintain laboratory operations, including equipment calibration, maintenance, method implementation, and sample/document control Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including optimization of testing methods and laboratory procedures Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, R&D, and Quality teams to support production and quality objectives Ensure compliance with company procedures, regulatory standards, and safety requirements, and support internal/external audits Profile What We’re Looking For Familiarity with analytical techniques and laboratory equipment Strong attention to detail and data accuracy Good communication and teamwork skills Knowledge of LIMS and quality systems is a plus Knowledge of physicochemical testing methods and laboratory techniques Ability to perform analysis and accurately interpret results Experience identifying and supporting investigation of out-of-specification (OOS) results Familiarity with laboratory method validation and standard operating procedures (SOPs) Understanding of statistical tools for monitoring and controlling quality parameters Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel for data recording, analysis, and reporting. Education & Experience Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Technology, Analytical Chemistry, or a related scientific field preferred. Technical diploma or equivalent laboratory training in chemical analysis or quality control may be considered with relevant experience 1–3 years of laboratory or quality control experience preferably in: lubricants, metalworking fluids, specialty chemicals, petrochemicals, industrial manufacturing environments Location: Irwindale, CA Compensation: $65,000-$70,000 per year #J-18808-Ljbffr Motul Iberica SA