Quality Control Lab Technician

Welcome to Valtris Specialty Chemicals At Valtris, our purpose is simple: we manufacture and provide specialty chemicals that improve our customers’ products and processes; by helping our customers develop innovative and sustainable products. Join our team, and you will be challenged creatively and provided opportunities allowing your career to grow with you.

Reports to:

Quality Manager
The QC Lab Tech is responsible for conducting a variety of analytical testing and support activities to ensure the integrity of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished goods. The role includes maintaining lab instruments, preparing solutions, performing calibrations, and providing support in compliance with internal and external quality standards.

• Perform sampling and analysis on raw materials, in-process, and finished goods.
• Enter analytical data into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Conduct basic water treatment plant (WTP) sample analysis.
• Perform weekly instrument response checks.
• Create and/or review Certificates of Analysis (CoAs).
• Instruct and train team members on analytical methods.
• Prepare special product labels as required.
• Provide First Aid/CPR/AED emergency response when needed.
• Prepare non-critical lab solutions and solvents.
• Can change out critical solutions if it does not require standardization (such as HCL and NaOH solutions).

• Associate’s Degree in Laboratory Technology or related science discipline required;
• Equivalent experience may be considered.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Strong data entry and computer skills, especially with LIMS systems.
• Knowledge of laboratory instrumentation, calibration techniques, and chemical solution preparation.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a 12 hour rotating shift schedule, which may be adjusted based on production demands.

• Must be physically able to operate variety of electronic office equipment – computer, printer, radio, phone.
• At times, prolonged periods of sitting at desk working on computer/workstation and on calls.
• May occasionally need to lift up to 50 pounds.
• May occasionally need to bend, stoop, reach and/or twist at the waist.
• Ability based upon position and need to perform duties/visit/walk through a manufacturing environment with the following conditions; chemical and mechanical operations, dust and fumes, working within safe but proximity to forklift and machine operations, exposure to heat and humidity, hearing or talking around loud machinery.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including lab coats, gloves, safety glasses, and respirators as necessary.

We offer a competitive salary and benefit plans focused on the well-being of our employees. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, flexible spending accounts and 401(k).

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration protected by law.