Quality Technician II

Test and analyze every batch of product for quality conformance, making adjustments as required Perform quality checks of bulk liquid raw materialsMaintain adequate records and information on products and raw materialsPrepare, test and compare experimental samplesProvide and maintain accurate data and records for raw material evaluations, new product projects and product improvement projectsProvide basic analysis and conclusion of work performed QualityEssential Duties and Responsibilities Follow basic lab safety guidelines and regulations Take direction from the supervisor and complete assignments in a timely manner Prepare samples using laboratory dispersion and blending equipment Recognize processing issues of lab batches and make appropriate adjustments Conduct standard tests following Standard Test Procedures including, but not limited to, viscosity, ICI, gloss, tint strength, density, pH, and scrub tests Record and report test results Report problems associated with test equipment or test processes Clean and maintain test equipment, and work area Perform basic laboratory maintenance including, but not limited to, pour back, stocking lab supply, adhesion panel preparation, clean-up Maintain regular communication with the supervisor Conduct standard tests including, but not limited to, Viscosity, Gloss, Solids, Color, Density, pH, Gel tests, and product applications and support reliability testing as required. Record pertinent data on raw materials and finished products, including product codes and test results. Report problems associated with test equipment and processes. Clean and maintain testing equipment and alert supervisors regarding low levels of lab supplies. Consistently follow standard test procedures and manage workload independent of supervisors or other training staff. Make a routine and accurate corrections to batches that test outside of specifications. Prepare samples for shipment to other Company laboratories. Rate panels according to visual standards for appearance and assist in quality investigations of field complaint issues. Quality Technicians in the Exposure Group also have the following responsibilities: Conduct standard visual ratings tests including, but not limited to, Cracking, Mildew Resistance, Color Fading, Chalking, and Water Beading. Model work practices for tests conducted by Quality Technician I personnel. Conduct periodic audits of packaging, finished product, and manufacturing processes and issue audit reports. Education and Experience Educational attainment equivalent to high school graduation Some experience in the preparation and testing of paintsEducational attainment equivalent to high school graduation,Considerable quality control and production testing experience involving paints, varnishes, or general coatingsSkills, Knowledge, and Abilities Knowledge of basic lab skills Knowledge of lab safety guidelines and regulations Ability to understand and follow defined testing methods and accurately complete test records Ability to make some analysis and draw conclusions on work performed Knowledge of Behr's product lines, base, and color system Communication, filing and some computer skills are requiredMaintain regular communications with intra- and inter-department personnelConsiderable knowledge and familiarity with raw materials and their uses in productsConsiderable knowledge and familiarity with products and test proceduresKnowledge and literacy of mathematicsAbility to read, interpret, and follow work rules and specificationsAbility to consistently set up and operate quality control and testing equipmentAbility to use effective judgment in testing operations to prioritize incoming samples to best satisfy testing demandsAbility to organize, file, and maintain quality control inspection and testing recordsAbility to recognize patterns that can affect the qualityAbility to operate a computer terminal to enter, retrieve, review, or update dataSpecial Requirements Exhibit proficiency in all areas of the Research and Development Technician I classificAttainment of passing grade on Quality Technician II proficiency skills test is requiredCompany: Behr Paint CompanyShift 1 (United States of America)Full timeHiring Range: $26.00Actual compensation may vary based on various factors including experience, education, geographic location, and/or skills.Our Ongoing Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion We believe a workplace that encourages and values different voices, perspectives, and backgrounds builds better teams, better solutions, and more innovation. The goal is for every single team member to have a voice and experience a sense of belonging here, regardless of where they sit in the organization and what their background is. We look forward to your sharing your outstanding and unique talents and perspectives with us!BEHR (the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer and we want to have the best available persons in every job. The Company makes employment decisions only based on merit. It is the Company's policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity (including but not limited to recruitment, employment, promotion, salary increases, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment) based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in the operations of the Company regardless of where the employee is located and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company.BEHR is an E-Verify employer. 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