Quality Control Technician/Tinter
Location
Andover, MA | United States
Job description
Quality Control Technician/Tinter
Innovative Chemical Products Group (ICP Group) is a leading formulator and manufacturer of specialty coatings, adhesives, and sealants serving the construction and industrial end markets. ICP Group is comprised of market leading brands known for innovation, quality, and performance. Founded in 2015 and supported by a lean corporate team, ICP Group has scaled rapidly through organic and acquisition growth into one of the largest coatings, adhesives, and sealants companies in North America. ICP Group is headquartered in Andover, MA and has manufacturing and distribution sites throughout North America, Latin America, UK, Europe and the Asia Pacific region.
Hours Monday - Friday 7:30 – 4:00 pm or Monday – Thursday 6:00 – 4:30 pm
Key Responsibilities - Works in primarily QC laboratory during assigned hours, but also on plant floor.
- Creates recommendations for batch adjustments based on inspection and history.
- Performs batch adjustments on the manufacturing floor.
- Works approximately 50% investigating and resolving color issues.
- Determines appropriate colorant formulation to tint batches to match color standard and adjusts batches as necessary.
- Tests incoming batches by following standard operating procedures and recording results.
- Approves batches for use on the production line.
- Informs leadership of any non-conforming batches and raw materials.
- Tests incoming raw materials following standard operating procedures and recording results.
- Obtains retain samples of batches and raw materials and ensures proper storage of these samples and any related documentation, as well as sending weekly retain samples to R&D Department.
- Informs leadership of QC equipment malfunctions or low levels of supplies.
- Documents and records batch testing data and finished goods testing data in electronic QC database.
- Works in a safe & efficient manner and follows all company policies.
- Wear designated PPE (personal protective equipment) for assigned department area and tasks.
- Report any and all safety incidents.
- Keep work area & equipment clean.
- Other duties as assigned.
Experience and Skills Requirements - Previous experience as quality or lab technician.
- Prefer three years of experience in a production environment, i.e. mixing/blending operations, making products by following prescribed company formulas and procedures, etc.
- Background testing of various types of materials and recording results.
- Must possess ability to lift medium to heavy weights intermittently. Must be able to bend, stretch and reach in positions to move & mix raw materials of batches.
- Must be able to see and interpret color.
- Follow company policies & procedures.
- Demonstrated proficiency in math essential for calculating test results.
- Must feel comfortable using measurements in different Units of Measure.
- Must demonstrate the dexterity to use various testing devices repeatedly and consistently.
- Must possess computer proficiency to accurately record data in spreadsheets or databases and run reports.
- Ability to count and organize documentation.
- Must possess ability to follow standard operating procedures and detailed orientation.
- Must possess safety habits & awareness required as a condition of employment.
Working Conditions - Required to have 20/20 vision or corrected 20/20.
- Strong communication skills.
- Employee must have full range of motion to stand, walk, sit, reach, climb, stoop or kneel.
- Employee must be able to complete repetitive strenuous work under varying climate conditions.
- Employee must be able to safely lift up to 70 Lbs.
- Employee must be able to stand for extended periods.
- Must be able to work in a plant environment with varying levels of temperature and physical requirements.
ICP Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or religion or other legally protected status.
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