QC Lab Tech

Quality Control Laboratory Technician
Louisville, KY
Contract to Hire
Schedule
6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Schedule: Every other Wednesday, Thursday–Saturday
Training may initially occur Monday–Friday during onboarding.
Compensation
$25–$28/hour depending on experience
Position Overview
We are seeking a Quality Control Laboratory Technician to support laboratory testing and quality assurance activities within a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for conducting analytical and physical testing on raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality, safety, and production standards.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience operating analytical instrumentation, interpreting laboratory results, maintaining calibration records, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives within a fast-paced industrial laboratory.
Key Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory testing on raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products to verify compliance with quality and safety standards
• Perform chemical and physical analyses including titrations, spectroscopy, chromatography, and other analytical testing methods
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation and testing equipment
• Accurately document and interpret analytical results while maintaining traceability and compliance records
• Investigate anomalous test results and assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Support development, validation, and implementation of laboratory testing methods and quality procedures
• Maintain calibration programs and calibration documentation for laboratory equipment
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety procedures, SOPs, and ISO quality standards
• Collaborate with Quality, Production, and Operations teams to support manufacturing processes and product quality
• Monitor laboratory inventory levels for chemicals, consumables, and testing supplies

Laboratory Equipment & Instrumentation Examples:

• XRF with Fluxer
• Titrators
• Atomic analysis – spectroscopy
• Leco – High temperature furnace that detects residual carbon
• Attrition analysis
• Inductively coupled plasma – metal analysis

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Technology, Materials Science, or related technical field preferred
• 2+ years of laboratory experience in quality control, analytical chemistry, manufacturing, metals, minerals, chemicals, or industrial processing environments
• Experience working with analytical instrumentation and calibration procedures
• Familiarity with ISO standards, laboratory safety protocols, and quality documentation practices
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a production-driven laboratory environment

Additional Information

• PPE provided
• Opportunity to work with advanced analytical instrumentation
• Stable long-term manufacturing environment
• Training available for candidates with strong foundational laboratory experience

Equal Opportunity Employer
Zing Recruiting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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