QA Lab Tech (Chemistry) - Wyandotte, MI

100% onsite

Shift is 7pm to 7am (12-hour shifts that rotate every other week. Some weekend work with every other weekend off). Hours worked will be 36 hours one week and 48 hours the next.

The 12-hour shift rotates from night shift to day shift.

EDUCATION:

Minimum of HS Diploma or GED

EXPERIENCE:

At least 1 year of manufacturing, quality, or laboratory experience.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Basic understanding of chemistry, mathematics, and statistical concepts.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to learn laboratory testing methods, equipment operation, and quality systems.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Regular attendance and punctuality are required.
• Ability to work 12-hour rotating day and night shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent walking, standing, and stair climbing between laboratory and manufacturing areas.
• Work is performed primarily in laboratory and pilot-scale manufacturing environments.
• Potential exposure to chemicals, heat, noise, fumes, and airborne particles consistent with a manufacturing laboratory setting.
• Visual ability to read, interpret, and document laboratory data and test results.

Responsibilities:

• We are seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to support our Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) laboratory operations on a temporary basis.
• This position provides laboratory testing and quality support for TPU manufacturing by performing physical, chemical, and mechanical testing of in-process and finished products, maintaining laboratory equipment, and ensuring accurate reporting of quality data.
• The successful candidate will work closely with laboratory, production, and quality personnel to help meet customer requirements and production objectives while maintaining a safe and organized work environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Following all safety procedures, work instructions, and regulatory requirements.
• Performing physical, chemical, and mechanical testing on in-process and finished TPU products according to established testing plans and methods.
• Conducting MFI, physical, and chemical testing on samples from production.
• Operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, including extruders and injection molding equipment used to prepare test specimens.
• Recording, reviewing, and entering test results accurately into electronic systems such as SAP, LIMS, or other laboratory databases.
• Releasing laboratory data in a timely manner to support manufacturing operations.
• Performing routine equipment checks, calibration verification, and preventative maintenance activities.
• Investigating, documenting, and escalating out-of-specification results according to established procedures.
• Supporting production teams in resolving quality-related issues.
• Assisting with laboratory documentation updates, continuous improvement activities, and process standardization efforts.
• Evaluating color and appearance properties using laboratory instrumentation, including spectrophotometers.
• Maintaining laboratory cleanliness and organization in accordance with established standards.