Quality Assurance Technician (2244)

Group Company:

• Gelest Inc

Gelest Inc. is recognized world-wide as a leader and innovator in materials science and technology. Gelest manufactures and provides silane, silicone and metal-organic compounds serving advanced technology markets through a customer driven approach.


Gelest, Inc., headquartered in Morrisville, PA, USA, was founded in 1991 to serve the advanced technology applications markets and since inception, has continuously added experts in the fields of silanes, silicones, and metal-organics.


Joint developments between customers and staff have led to an increased product offering from several hundred materials to the current listing of several thousand materials.

Job Purpose

Gelest, Inc., part of the Mitsubishi Chemical Group, is hiring a Quality Assurance Technician to join our team in Morrisville, PA. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to our mission of delivering innovative specialty chemical solutions to customers worldwide.


The Quality Assurance Technician will be responsible for the adherence of processes and procedures to the Gelest Quality System by gathering and reviewing data and handling special projects. In addition, the Quality Assurance Technician will work closely with multiple departments within Gelest to aid in continuous improvement projects.


Principal Accountabilities

• Aid in the development of continuous improvement activities.
• Maintain ISO compliance for certification as well as interpreting standards and apply them to the quality system.
• Assist in the development and execution of continuous improvement projects.
• Perform statistical and mathematical data collection related to continuous improvement projects.
• Support ERP maintenance.
• Assist in the investigation of out-of-specification batches.
• Write Quality Documents and support testing related to customer feedback.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge / Skills / Experience

Ability to perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with personnel at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to effectively plan, prioritize, organize, and implement work activities.
• Ability to write reports, conduct audits and author material safety data sheets.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to adapt to change.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
• Follow safety procedures and set an appropriate example for others.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, or related software.
• Bachelor's degree in science or engineering discipline preferred.
• Training in Quality Management, Production processes, data collection and/or equivalent experience preferred.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
• This is a hybrid position, successful candidates should expect to be onsite 3 days per week, or more as necessary to support the needs of the business.
• May require multi-site traveling.

Pay Transparency (complete highlighted sections)

• The salary range for this position is $24 - $35. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.
• Competitive Benefits
• Benefits begin on DAY 1!
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Curated Self-Paced Learning & Development Programs for all Employees

Mitsubishi Chemical Group (MCGC) and any of our subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party agencies. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers or HR team. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless specifically invited on the search by the MCGC Talent Acquisition team and such candidate was submitted to the MCGC Talent Acquisition Team via our Applicant Tracking System.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.


Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or other applicable laws. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.