QC Lab Technician

Job Description Lab Technicians are responsible for attaining and controlling the quality status of raw and finished product in the Laminate Flooring plant. They conduct all ongoing quality audits, inspections, and lab tests. Responsibilities include inspecting all incoming raw material, completing proper documentation, and inputting all required data into a computerized database. Roles and Responsibilities Perform routine quality audits of the pressing and finishing departments Inspect all incoming raw material to ensure it meets quality expectations Conduct and document finished goods inspections and evaluations Communicate all test results accurately to the Shift Supervisor and Quality Manager Identify, designate and document down grading of inspected material Log, evaluate and report all quality data Input all quality data into required computerized data system Perform all required lab tests on an established basis and to established standards Identify root cause of issues during production and document issues on required logs Follow up on issues assigned to this position through the action log Qualifications High school diploma or G.E.D. Basic computer skills Ability to identify root cause of issues during production, document issues, and follow up Ability to read and understand drawings Excellent attendance record Ability to handle multiple priorities, stress, provide detailed work, sound reasoning, and meet required deadlines Ability to be flexible in duties, analytical and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to be exceptionally self‑motivated and directed, organized, and a keen attention to detail Ability to work consistently on a concrete plant production floor and in multiple (hot, cold, dirty, etc.) environmental conditions Good vision with or without corrective lenses Ability to be available for on‑call and periodic overtime Ability to work a 12 hour rotating (days/nights) shift including weekends and holidays Ability to frequently bend, lift (minimum 50 lbs unassisted), stand for extended periods of time, kneel and move for extended periods of time Ability to have dexterity of hands and fingers to utilize appropriate equipment and tools Present ideas in a business‑friendly and user‑friendly language Exceptionally self‑motivated and directed. Energetic, forward thinking and creative with high ethical standards Benefits Growth opportunities, domestic and international, within the world’s leading producer of wood panel products Work in a diverse, inclusive environment with colleagues from around the world Highly competitive benefits program including affordable medical, dental, and vision plans Company‑paid life and short & long term disability plans Supplemental life, critical illness, and accident plans for you and your family 401(k) retirement plan with company match Paid time off, including a generous paid vacation plan and holidays after 90 days “Life of Career” training opportunities through our global or local KronoAcademy Uniform & reimbursement for safety boots & prescription safety glasses and company provided tools #J-18808-Ljbffr