Quality Lab Technician

6 days ago

Sheffield, United Kingdom Sherwin-Williams Full time

DescriptionBased at our Sheffield site and reporting to the Quality Manager the successful applicant will become a key member of the QA team responsible for undertaking routine testing of raw materials product batches and finished goods. Working to established quality procedures you will troubleshoot quality issues within manufacturing filling and packing and carry out duties appropriate to your role under the direction of the QA Team Leader / QA Manager.This is a shift-based role and the successful applicant will be expected to work across rotating shift patterns adhere to company Health & Safety policies and procedures and actively promote a safe working environment.ResponsibilitiesProductTesting & InspectionConduct routine sampling and testing of raw materials in-process batches and finished products.Microbiological testing of manufacturing samples and finished goodsHPLC monitoring of production batchesPerform viscosity density colour matching gloss level and drying time tests using appropriate lab equipment.Ensure all products meet specification before release and correcting those that fall outside specificationDocumentation& ReportingMaintain accurate records of test results batch numbers and non-conformances.Complete quality control documentation and certificates of analysis.Assist in preparing reports for internal audits and customer queries.GeneralLab Upkeep & 5SMaintain a clean organized and safe laboratory environment in line with 5S principles.Ensure all equipment is calibrated maintained and stored correctly.Manage inventory of lab consumables and chemicals ensuring proper labelling and storage.Support regular housekeeping audits and contribute to continuous lab improvements.KPI SupportContribute to the tracking and reporting of key quality metrics including:OTMIS (Off the Mill In Spec) ensuring timely release of batches within specification.Distressed Batches identifying documenting and supporting investigations into off-spec or rework batches.Customer Complaints assisting in complaint investigations and providing lab data to support root cause analysis and corrective actions.Compliance & SafetyEnsure all quality activities comply with health safety and environmental regulations.Handle chemicals and lab equipment safely and responsibly.QualificationsScience based qualification minimum A-level/HNC preferred but not essential as full training givenMinimum GCSE standard or equivalent in English/MathsComputer literateGood written and oral communicationAbility to work within a busy environmentA highly motivated self starter who can demonstrate initiativeAttention to detail whilst undertaking QA work in a tidy and timely fashionHave a methodical approachRelevant working experience preferred not essentialPC literate with experience of Windows based software systems (e.g. Microsoft Word Excel Powerpoint and e-mail).Good standard of numeracy / literacyRequired Experience:IC Key Skills Bidding,Imageready,Administration,Healthcare,Conveyancing Paralegal,Arabic Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1

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