Lab Technician

MAU is hiring a Quality Lab Technician for our client in Walterboro, SC. As a Quality Lab Technician, you will support Quality Control and Technology functions by performing analytical testing, maintaining laboratory instrumentation, supporting production, and providing technical support for customer and research activities. This is a direct-hire opportunity.Benefits Package401(k)Life insuranceHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceShort-term disabilityLong-term disabilityPaid time offOpportunity for advancementFlexible spending accountHealth savings accountFree lunchParental leaveShift InformationMonday – Friday8:00 AM – 5:00 PMFull-timeRequired Education and ExperienceAssociate's or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Technology, Materials Science, Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering Technology, or a related scientific disciplineExperience performing analytical testing, interpreting laboratory data, and operating, calibrating, and maintaining laboratory instrumentationPreferred Education and Experience2–5 years of laboratory experience in a manufacturing, quality control, or research and development environmentExperience in the chemical, coatings, adhesives, polymers, plastics, lubricants, or specialty materials industryExperience working within ISO quality systems and laboratory documentationExperience using ERP, LIMS, or similar laboratory information management systemsGeneral RequirementsDemonstrate strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlinesBe proficient in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and WordWork independently while collaborating effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environmentEssential FunctionsQuality ControlPerform analytical testing of incoming raw materials, in-process materials, blends, and finished products to verify compliance with established specificationsPerform material release activities for products held in QC statusGenerate, review, and maintain Certificates of Analysis and laboratory documentationEnter, review, and maintain analytical data within the ERP/LIMS systemMaintain and retain samples in accordance with established proceduresParticipate in investigations involving nonconforming materials, customer complaints, and product quality issuesLaboratory InstrumentationOperate, maintain proficiency on, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation, including:FTIR SpectrometerUV/Visible SpectrophotometerNMRDifferential Scanning Calorimeter (DSC)Brookfield ViscometerMelt Flow Index TesterMoisture BalanceMelting Point ApparatusDensity Testing EquipmentpH MeterAPHA Color MeasurementGloss MeterColorimeterPeel & Adhesion TesterVacuum OvenAsh FurnaceSieve Analysis EquipmentAnalytical BalancesCoordinate service activities and maintain calibration documentation for laboratory equipmentProduction SupportSupport production through blend verification and quality testingPerform analytical testing of production samplesSupport batch verification activitiesCoordinate release of acceptable production lotsCustomer & Technical SupportPrepare customer evaluation samples and laboratory blendsPerform quality verification testing of customer samples prior to releaseCoordinate submission of samples to external laboratoriesTrack outsourced analytical testing and communicate testing status and resultsSupport customer complaint investigationsAssist with technical investigations as requestedResearch & Development SupportPrepare laboratory blends and prototype formulationsPrepare and assist with Design of Experiment (DOE) samplesPerform analytical testing of developmental productsSupport new product qualification activitiesSupport new supplier qualification testingPerform competitive benchmarking studiesSupport accelerated weathering studies (QUV), gloss measurements, color measurements, peel testing, and other product evaluationsAssist with analytical method development and troubleshootingProvide laboratory support for Technology Department projectsLaboratory OperationsMaintain laboratory organization and cleanlinessManage laboratory chemical inventory and reference materialsCross-train on laboratory procedures to provide operational continuitySupport continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratoryPerform other duties as assigned to support business objectivesMAU Workforce Solutions is an innovative global company with extensive experience providing solutions for success in staffing, recruiting, technology and outsourcing to our clients, employees, and applicants. Headquartered in Augusta, GA since 1973, MAU is a family and minority-owned company offering better processes and better people to create efficiencies and greater profits for our clients. Our relationships with world-class companies, our training programs and our culture of family allow MAU to offer better results, better jobs, and better lives to those who work with us.All Applicants must submit to background check and drug screeningDisclaimer: This job description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the positionEOE