QC Technician at Apex Systems, Inc. in Plymouth Meeting, PA

Job#: 2054245

Job Description:

Apex has an exciting opportunity for a QC Lab Technician to work for a world renowned chemical company. Ideal candidates will have a BS in Life Science. This position is fullyonsite and requires working a 12 hour shift.
QC Technician
This is a 12 hour schedule from 7am-7pm following a 2-2-3 schedule, so Working Monday-Tuesday; off Wednesday-Thursday-Friday; working Saturday-Sunday - then off Monday-Tuesday; Working Wednesday-Thursday; Off Friday-Saturday-Sunday.
Job purpose
To carry out the analysis of raw materials, washcoats, impregnation solutions, and finished catalysts in accordance with the best laboratory practices as defined in ISO/IEC 17025.
Principal accountabilities

Good laboratory and measurement practices according to ISO/IEC 17025, including the ISO/TS 16949 quality standard.
Sample preparation (raw materials, in-process, and finished catalysts) on all submitted samples (CSF, Flow-through and various technology sources) for chemical and physical measurements.
To be competent in the use of sample preparation and instrumental techniques (including LECO Solids; ICP-OES; Particle size distribution; PGM dispersion (chemisorption); Coefficient of Thermal Expansion; Thermo-Gravimetric Analysis, Porosity; Surface Area; and X-Ray Fluorescence).
Ensure that all data relating to laboratory samples are accurately entered into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and Inventory Tracking System (ITS). This also includes the export of all essential information associated with all laboratory testing.
Write clear and concise procedures within the QC Laboratories.
Ensure that all Health and Safety/environmental procedures and regulations are strictly adhered to (PPE, etc). Incident reports to be raised for any accident, including any near miss occurrences. Assist in maintaining good House Keeping practices and aim to achieving a target of zero accidents.
Fully participate in LEAN deployment on site including 5S, SPs, CIS and Kaizen in order to help develop and sustain a LEAN environment.
Preparation of ICP calibration standards with independent verification before releasing them to routine use.
Demonstrate the ability to distinguish between good and bad data.
Demonstrate on continual basis, the knowledge, and practical skills of how to calibrate and maintain the instruments used in the Laboratory.
To take on any other duties which are within the employee's skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed.
To perform activities according to the established EHS system and to suggest improvements of the same.
To promote, establish and maintain collaborative approach and communication with all employees within the plant.
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and the implementation of best practice principles, to enhance performance and operations

Qualifications/ knowledge/ experience:

Must have a minimum HS Diploma, or GED
Preference for lab tech experience
BS Life Science considered
A detailed understanding of general wet chemical techniques for inorganic analysis. -
Good working knowledge of analytical instrumental techniques used within the QC Labs.
Awareness of ISO/IEC 17025 and IATF 16949 quality standards.

PPE Requirements:

Steel toe boots required,
Client will provide lab jacket, safety hats, glasses, and gloves

Please send resumes to [email protected] for Immediate Consideration

EEO Employer

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