Quality Control Lab Technician

Ready to Take Your Quality Career to the Next Level? If you are a detail-oriented professional with a passion for continuous improvement, hands‑on quality control, and high-level data analysis, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for! We are seeking an advanced Quality Control Lab Technician to join our team in a dynamic plastic manufacturing environment. In this role, you won't just run routine tests—you will act as a key technical resource for our operations and customers by troubleshooting complex process deviations, mentoring junior staff, and driving compliance initiatives that impact our entire operation. If you are ready to move beyond the basic lab bench and step into a high‑impact, analytical leadership role, we want to hear from you! -- What’s in It for You: Your Benefits We take care of the people who keep our quality high. Here is what you can look forward to: Benefits Comprehensive Health Coverage: Full medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy. Flexible Care Options: Access to a suite of voluntary health benefits tailored to your lifestyle. Work-Life Balance: 1-2 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) to refresh and recharge salary: $57,000 - $62,000 per year shift: Third work hours: 7 PM - 7 AM education: Bachelors Responsibilities Must Have: Forklift Certification - Preffered if through an OSHA‑accredited trainer. Must Have: 4 years of experience OR a Degree/Certificate in Science Product Lab Testing (training provided): Run comprehensive plastic material and performance assessments, checking variables like thickness, strength, impact resistance, and visual clarity. Competitor Benchmarking: Analyze alternative marketplace products to evaluate performance metrics and pinpoint development opportunities. Trials & Deviations: Coordinate testing and verification protocols for new material formulations, client trials, and product development phases. Operational Troubleshooting: Partner with production teams to diagnose and resolve manufacturing defects or process anomalies. Root Cause Analysis: Drive investigations and implement preventative measures to stop recurring issues. Client Care Support: Assist with investigation protocols for client feedback and compile data for customer‑facing documentation. Team Training: Train and mentor floor operators and junior lab technicians on proper testing protocols, documentation standards, and quality goals. Regulatory Compliance: Help maintain the facility's SQS Certification, adherence to food safety standards, specialized handling procedures, and industry certifications. Nice to Have: Experience working inside a plastic manufacturing environment Nice to Have: Six Sigma, 5S, orLean Manufacturing knowledge Essential Functions of this Role working in a smoke free environment wearing steel toe shoes working in a non-temperature controlled environment manual lifting up to 20lbs standing for 1 hours at one time working up to 8 hrs of overtime per week working weekends Skills Quality Control Quality Testing (1 year of experience is required) Root-Cause Analysis Training and Mentoring Forklift Operation (1 year of experience is required) Inventory Management Data Entry and Analysis Incident Investigation Lab Testing (1 year of experience is required) Inspection Qualifications Years of experience: 4 years Experience level: Experienced Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days. Experience Experienced 4 years Education Bachelors #J-18808-Ljbffr Randstad USA