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Quality Control Lab Technician

Lubrizol Corporation, Painesville, OH, United States


Job Type:

Full-time/Onsite

Shift + Hours:

DuPont Schedule (12‑hour rotating shift)

How You’ll Make an Impact
As a

Quality Control Lab Tech , you’ll be at the forefront of our innovation by ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and integrity of all analytical testing that supports our products, customers, and manufacturing operations. You’ll collaborate with a diverse group of scientists, engineers, and operations partners to deliver sustainable solutions that advance mobility, improve wellbeing, and enhance modern life.

In this role, you will:

Perform analytical testing on raw materials, in‑process samples, and finished goods while following all SWP and SOP requirements.

Prepare laboratory reagents, standards, and solutions with accuracy and precision.

Document results in lab notebooks, SAP, and LIMS to ensure complete data integrity.

Communicate test results promptly to operations and cross‑functional partners.

Troubleshoot out‑of‑specification results and support root‑cause investigations.

Execute testing related to customer complaints, discrepancies, and investigations.

Assist with instrument qualifications, method validations, and basic preventive maintenance.

Maintain a clean, safe, and well‑organized laboratory environment, including proper chemical disposal.

Support the development or revision of SWPs, SOPs, methods, and reports.

Train new team members on laboratory procedures, safety, and testing methods.

Required Qualifications that Enable Your Success

Associate degree in Chemistry or 5 years’ experience in an industrial manufacturing laboratory

Minimum education: HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent

Experience with one of the following analytical techniques: physical property testing, wet chemistry

Highly self‑motivated individual, focused on providing high quality laboratory data in an efficient manner, while exhibiting excellent workplace skills

Solid background in Microsoft Office and computer‑based instrument control systems for analytical equipment

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Advanced problem‑solving skills and the ability to make competent, independent decisions in a timely manner to ensure excellent progress on assigned tasks

Ability to effectively manage multiple and/or changing priorities with minimal to no supervision

Must possess the ability to interact effectively and professionally with internal customers, external customers, vendors, and various stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications that Drive you Forward

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry

Industrial chemical manufacturing laboratory experience

Analytical experience with advanced instrumental techniques like GC, LC, ICP, and NMR

Analytical chemistry experience

Experience with LIMS and SAP QM modules

Experience with proper usage and administration of Lab notebooks / e‑log notebooks

Experience with root cause problem solving techniques and tools

Experience with Statistical Quality Control methodologies

Experience working in ISO9001/14001 environments

Experience with internal auditing

Benefits that Empower You

Competitive salary with performance‑based bonus plans

401(k) match + Age‑Weighted Defined Contribution

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave

Flexible work environment

Learning and development opportunities

Career and professional growth

Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement

Learn more at benefits.lubrizol.com!

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