QC Lab Analyst

INVISTA's polypropylene plant in Longview, TX, is hiring a QC Lab Analyst to join our team.

Our Team

The QC Lab Analyst position will interact closely with Operations personnel and other capabilities to provide 24/7/365 support for our plant site, while advancing the Business Team Concept.

We are seeking an individual who has the willingness to develop, learn, and collaborate as part of our polymer QC Team.

The QC Lab Analyst is responsible for the technical aspects of testing, reporting, and troubleshooting.

At INVISTA, we make chemicals, polymers, fabrics, and fibers that can handle life's toughest demands, create new solutions for life's biggest needs, and deliver products and brands incorporated into your clothing, your car, and even your carpet.

What You Will Do



* QC Lab Analyst actively practices Principle-Based Management and fosters the use of PBM® guiding principles in their daily job performance.


* Perform all tasks in a safe and compliant manner with customer focus and value creation in mind.


* Complete tasks assigned proficiently without direct supervision.


* Strong communication, planning, and organizational skills.


* Communicate and document issues regarding quality, instruments, and production.


* Perform routine and repetitive tests with accuracy and precision, and record analytical data accurately.


* Participate in developing and implementing long-term lab process enhancements.


* Understand and follow all QC Lab, Environmental, Health & Safety policies and procedures.


* Working a 12-hour rotating shift (DuPont Shift Schedule) - will require overtime and on-call duties.


* Work is performed in a climate-controlled laboratory, while standing for long periods of time, and lifting/carrying 30 pounds is necessary.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)



* High school diploma OR GED


* Experience working with competing priorities


* Experience using Microsoft Office programs such as Outlook (for internal and external correspondence), Word (to write business correspondence), and Excel (to chart SQC and test data)


* This role is not eligible for VISA sponsorship

What Will Put You Ahead



* Associate degree or higher


* One (1) or more years of direct laboratory experience or working in the polymer process industry


* Experience with laboratory management systems (for example, FileMaker and Sample Manager databases)

Physical Requirements



* Must be capable of regular lifting and moving up to 10 pounds, and frequently lifting and moving up to 30 pounds


* Must be able to stand for long periods of time


* Required to work a 12-hour rotating shift.

Additionally, must be available to work scheduled (Planned) or unscheduled (unplanned/short-notice hours on nights and/or weekends, holidays as needed), to meet business needs

This role is subject to a pre-hire physical abilities test.

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