Quality Assurance Lab Technician II - Nights

This position is responsible for testing production batches according to specific written testing methods and identifying issues of both in-spec and out-of-spec data. The lab technician will interpret results and historical data to ensure the product meets or exceeds customer requirements for quality as well as provide instructions to production personnel regarding adjustments to batches as needed. The technician will be involved in the efficient operation of the lab, general housekeeping, ensuring a safe work environment and will independently perform tasks as outlined by his/her supervisor/manager. Additional Information: Night Shift: 6:00PM - 6:00AM on rotating continuous operations schedule (COS) Training on Days: 6:00AM - 2:00PM This position is also eligible for bonus based on performance and subject to the terms of the Company's applicable plans. This position is eligible for health benefits, such as medical, dental and vision coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), disability coverage, security, retirement and saving benefits, and more. Additional benefits include a generous time away from work package, including personal leave, paid parental leave, medical leave, vacation, holidays, among other benefits. For more information about our benefits, visit http://www.myswbenefits.com/. Job duties include contact with other employees, operating heavy machinery, and access to proprietary information, raw materials, finished merchandise, and/or other items of value, and such access may be supervised or unsupervised. The Company therefore has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and is necessary to protect the safety of the Company's staff, employees, and vendors. Batch approval: Assures that all tests are completed, and results meet all specifications before going to the next production process. May assist in training of other lab technicians as needed. Enter all batches' data and raw material adjustments into EBR (Electronic Batch Record). Generate appropriate paperwork as needed per the customer specifications. Gather and send customer samples as required. Submit and close out Discovery reports Follows all standard operating procedures (SOPs) and exercises good judgment and initiatives with little supervision. Gather, stock and manage product retain area. Utilizes appropriate computer systems to ensure effective testing of products. Determines disposition of non-compliant finished goods, such as first case/last case. Appropriately assesses and handles non-conforming materials. Supports the ISO Management Systems and Safety Systems. Maintains inventory of lab supplies, stocks them when received, and requests them when low. Identify and communicate product issues to other departments as needed. Review batch slip for completeness and accuracy. Plans and schedules assignments according to manufacturing priorities to use time efficiently. Works cooperatively with other personnel in effectively completing assignments. Understands, uses, and can explain approved ITM's (International Testing Method) and quality practices. Test in-process finished goods for adherence to stated specifications Tests and accepts/rejects finished goods for cleanliness/contamination Proficient in operating basic and moderately complex lab equipment. Possesses intermediate ability to analyze data, identify, and solve problems. Makes hits and adjustments to batches as necessary. Utilizes Mill Room equipment for lab work to determine appropriate batch adjustments. Ability to assist in the testing of finished goods of all product types. Must be able to work a 12-hours a day schedule. Knows and willingly practices all safety rules and procedures and participates in the plant safety program including the wearing of appropriate safety apparel. Perform