Quality Control Lab Tech

Sunstar Engineering Americas•Franklin, TN

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About The Position

About the Role We’re looking for a detail-oriented, motivated Quality Control Laboratory Technician to join our team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for ensuring the quality and consistency of our products through accurate testing of raw materials, in-process batches, finished goods, and customer samples. If you enjoy hands-on lab work, solving problems, and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement, this is a great opportunity to make an impact. What You’ll Do Perform Quality Testing: Prepare and test samples of raw materials and finished products using approved work instructions and testing methods. Document Results: Record findings accurately in our LIMS system and Microsoft 365 tools. Troubleshoot Issues: Investigate non-standard or unexpected results, gather relevant data, and work with supervisors and engineers to determine next steps. Maintain Lab Equipment: Clean, inspect, and verify calibration of instruments; support equipment validation and calibration activities. Create Documentation: Generate Certificates of Analysis (COAs) and properly label finished goods and samples to meet identification and HAZCOM standards. Support Product Development: Assist with testing related to new materials, methods, and instrumentation for APQP and development projects. Drive Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance processes and participate in improvement initiatives. Promote a Safe, Organized Lab: Maintain a clean, efficient work environment that supports good chemical hygiene and prevents contamination or safety issues. Support Additional Tasks: Complete other duties as assigned by the Lab Supervisor or Contract Tolling Manager. What We’re Looking For Experience in a laboratory environment (quality, chemical, or manufacturing lab preferred) Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy Problem-solving mindset and ability to work independently Familiarity with instrumentation, calibration, or LIMS systems is a plus Commitment to safety and continuous improvement Why You’ll Love Working Here Opportunity to directly support product quality and customer satisfaction Hands-on, engaging work in a dynamic lab environment Supportive team culture with ongoing learning opportunities Competitive pay and benefits package Requirements Associated Degree in Chemistry, Engineering, or related field with two years of lab experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Demonstrated technical aptitude with great math and reading skills, proven written and verbal communication. Ability to learn operation of complicated laboratory equipment Highly detail oriented with a critical degree of accuracy regarding visual and physical inspection of product. Ability to concentrate and remain alert while working on highly repetitive tasks. Self-starter and able to work independently with little supervision and ability to operate efficiently on a team. Proficient with Microsoft software Products. The position requires an individual to stand for extended periods of time, frequently lift up to 50 pounds and push/pull carts up to 1,200 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. Safety requirements for this position are safety glasses and steel-toed work boots. Must comply with all Federal, State, and Local, safety and environmental regulations, along with the Company’s quality, safety, and environmental policies. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. Such information is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skill required to perform this job. Sunstar Engineering is an EEO employer.

Requirements

Associated Degree in Chemistry, Engineering, or related field with two years of lab experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated technical aptitude with great math and reading skills, proven written and verbal communication.
Ability to learn operation of complicated laboratory equipment
Highly detail oriented with a critical degree of accuracy regarding visual and physical inspection of product.
Ability to concentrate and remain alert while working on highly repetitive tasks.
Self-starter and able to work independently with little supervision and ability to operate efficiently on a team.
Proficient with Microsoft software Products.
The position requires an individual to stand for extended periods of time, frequently lift up to 50 pounds and push/pull carts up to 1,200 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.
The noise level in the work environment can be loud.
Safety requirements for this position are safety glasses and steel-toed work boots.
Must comply with all Federal, State, and Local, safety and environmental regulations, along with the Company’s quality, safety, and environmental policies.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a laboratory environment (quality, chemical, or manufacturing lab preferred)
Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
Problem-solving mindset and ability to work independently
Familiarity with instrumentation, calibration, or LIMS systems is a plus
Commitment to safety and continuous improvement

Responsibilities

Prepare and test samples of raw materials and finished products using approved work instructions and testing methods.
Record findings accurately in our LIMS system and Microsoft 365 tools.
Investigate non-standard or unexpected results, gather relevant data, and work with supervisors and engineers to determine next steps.
Clean, inspect, and verify calibration of instruments; support equipment validation and calibration activities.
Generate Certificates of Analysis (COAs) and properly label finished goods and samples to meet identification and HAZCOM standards.
Assist with testing related to new materials, methods, and instrumentation for APQP and development projects.
Identify opportunities to enhance processes and participate in improvement initiatives.
Maintain a clean, efficient work environment that supports good chemical hygiene and prevents contamination or safety issues.
Complete other duties as assigned by the Lab Supervisor or Contract Tolling Manager.