Laboratory Technician

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Job Title: Laboratory Technician - (Quality Technician)
Location: Louisville, KY (Onsite)
Duration: 6 Months Possible Extensions
Shift: 1st Shift - Start time between 5:00 AM - 8:00 AM (8-hour shift) | Mon-Fri

Position Overview


Seeking an experienced Quality Technician / Laboratory Technician to support quality control testing and laboratory operations at its Louisville manufacturing facility. This position is responsible for performing laboratory testing, documenting results, maintaining quality records in SAP, supporting non-conforming material investigations, and ensuring products meet quality specifications before release.


The ideal candidate will have extensive laboratory experience, strong analytical skills, SAP experience, and the ability to work independently while maintaining strict quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities


Laboratory Testing & Quality Control

• Perform quality control testing following established laboratory procedures.
• Conduct laboratory testing using equipment including:
  • Viscometer
  • Softening Point Tester
  • Gardner equipment
  • Other laboratory testing instruments
• Prepare laboratory samples according to established procedures.
• Complete required calibration, certification, and equipment verification before use.
• Prioritize testing based on production schedules, customer requirements, and R&D priorities.
• Ensure all testing is completed within required QC timelines.

Quality Documentation & SAP

• Accurately document laboratory testing results.
• Enter quality data, formulas, and testing information into SAP.
• Verify data accuracy before releasing materials.
• Maintain laboratory records and testing documentation.
• Review production data and quality records.

Non-Conforming Material Management

• Report out-of-specification materials and process deviations promptly.
• Manage Non-Conforming Material Reports (NCMR).
• Enter, assign, track, and close non-conforming material cases.
• Support investigations and root cause analysis activities.
• Communicate material issues to management in a timely manner.

Food Safety & GMP Compliance

• Participate as an active member of the HACCP, GMP, and Food Safety Team.
• Attend HACCP/GMP/Food Safety meetings.
• Conduct GMP inspections.
• Perform Glass Inspection activities.
• Maintain compliance with laboratory quality standards.

Laboratory Operations

• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and organization.
• Follow laboratory housekeeping standards.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety procedures.
• Perform equipment calibration activities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with plant equipment calibration as required.
• Complete additional quality-related duties assigned by management.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing laboratory environment.
• Time-sensitive laboratory testing.
• Strong emphasis on data integrity and product quality.
• Products must be accurately tested before release for sale.
• Must maintain high levels of accuracy while meeting production deadlines.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of laboratory experience using quality testing equipment.
• Experience with:
  • Viscometer
  • Softening Point testing
  • Gardner testing
  • Other laboratory quality equipment
• Quality Control or Laboratory Quality experience.
• SAP experience (required).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in:
  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • Related Science Field
• Basic statistical knowledge including:
  • Control Charts
  • SPC
  • Cp/Cpk
  • Standard Deviation

Safety & Compliance

• Follow OSHA safety regulations.
• Follow EPA guidelines.
• Comply with Bostik Environmental Health & Safety policies.
• Maintain laboratory housekeeping standards.
• Support HACCP, GMP, and Food Safety compliance initiatives.

Technical Skills

• SAP
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Laboratory Testing
• Quality Control
• Viscometer
• Softening Point Testing
• Gardner Testing
• Laboratory Documentation
• Quality Assurance
• Data Entry
• Calibration
• Statistics
• NCMR
• GMP
• HACCP
• Food Safety
• SPC
• Cp/Cpk
• Root Cause Investigation

Key Competencies

• Laboratory Operations
• Quality Assurance
• Quality Control
• Data Accuracy
• Attention to Detail
• Analytical Skills
• Documentation
• Problem Solving
• Independent Work
• Continuous Improvement
• Communication
• Time Management

MUST HAVE

• 5+ years of laboratory or quality experience.
• Experience using Viscometer, Softening Point, Gardner, or similar laboratory equipment.
• SAP experience.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to self-direct work.