QC Laboratory Technician

Work Location Wooster, OH USA Role Objective Provides routine and non‑routine analytical testing and problem solving to support Supply Chain, Global Quality, and Research and Development (R&D). Essential Functions and Responsibilities Maintains a safe working environment and follows all safety procedures Quality of incoming materials and manufactured goods Provides accurate and timely communication of test results Maintains system of testing, analysis and results Participates in activities as assigned to improve a product or process or in response to customer complaints Performs and/or provides support for process validation Performs and/or provides support for R&D, QA, Contract Manufacturing, and Supply Chain Collects data for Game of Work Scorecards Maintains good housekeeping in work areas and performs assigned cleaning tasks Facilitates and/or implements standards and specifications Facilitates and/or implements test methods, procedures and analyses as needed Ensures hazardous wastes and other samples are properly contained and disposed of in accordance with GOJO policies and procedures Maintains laboratory supply inventory Washes and maintains glassware Overtime may be required Clean, maintain and prepare supplies and work areas Sets up, adjusts, calibrates, cleans, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory equipment Revise/create procedures in Content Server Communicates quality issues, initiates Laboratory Investigation Reports (LIRs) and Quality Notifications (QNs)/Non‑Conformance Events (NCEs), supports investigations, and ensures dispositions of materials Raw Materials Lab Participation on cross‑functional New Product, Process or Problem‑Solving Teams Collaboration with suppliers to resolve out of specification results on materials Ability to drive a tow motor vehicle Monitors hazardous waste satellite accumulation areas for compliance Stability Lab Routinely provides support regarding customer complaints Collects and analyzes shelf life data for Annual Product Reviews (APRs) Creates, follows, and maintains the yearly stability matrix to ensure compliance with regulations Acquires and retains production samples from in‑house and contract manufacturing required for shelf life testing Maintains environmental chambers and reserve storage areas Analytical and In‑Process Labs Audit production lines for compliance and quality Responsible for sampling water to prepare for analyses Analyze cleaning validation samples submitted to the labs Knowledge of the composition, structure, and properties of substances. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods. Knowledge of HPLC, UPLC, GC, TOC, FTIR, and other instrumentation functions/application Collects and analyzes water samples representative of that used for manufacturing product, research and development, and cleaning validation Analyzes samples by means of Rapid Method Technologies, organism isolation/identification, membrane filtration and preservative effectiveness cycles Performs Total Plate Count and Enrichment studies using standard plating techniques Prepares and qualifies media including pH, sterility testing, and growth promotion testing Responds to situations that have a high potential for positive micro results and initiates action to minimize business risk Collects and analyzes water samples representative of that used for manufacturing product, research and development, and cleaning/rinsing for the presence of microorganisms Testing of non‑woven personal care wipes products Captures and analyzes environmental samples Education and Experience Minimum of two (2) years of scientific education, prefer one year of college chemistry or biology and/or two (2) year work experience in Quality Assurance/Quality Control or in a GMP‑manufacturing environment. Role Type Direct Manufacturing/Distribution - 100% On‑Site Travel Requirements Travel between campus locations in Northeast Ohio as needed FLSA Status Non‑Exempt Compensation and Benefits The starting pay rate for this role is $24.52 per hour. In addition to base pay, all GOJO team members are bonus eligible. We offer comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) match, parental leave, and onsite well‑being care. Equal Opportunity Clorox Purell is the business name of GOJO Industries, LLC, and we are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We value different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr