Speciality Quality Technician

About Vibrantz Technologies Vibrantz Technologies is a leading global provider of specialty chemicals and materials solutions whose purpose is to bring color, performance, and vibrancy to life. Every day, our employees, the products we make, and our valued customer partnerships are inspired by this purpose. Serving over 11,000 customers, Vibrantz's technologies are trusted in a variety of advanced materials, color solutions and performance coatings applications and consumer products.

We are experts in particle engineering, glass and ceramic science and color technology. Our technologies are used in small amounts to make big impacts on applications and consumer products, including durable vehicles and batteries, easier-to-clean appliances, energy efficient roof titles and bricks, stronger and more decorative glass, and echo-friendly paints.

Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Vibrantz has over 50 manufacturing facilities and sales offices on six continents, and we employe 4,500 individuals. Our shared culture is rooted strongly in our four core values that focus on winning with customers, striving for excellence, championing people, and doing the right thing.

Vibrantz is owned by American Securities, a leading U.S. private equity firm that invests in market-leading North American companies with annual revenue generally ranging from $200 million to $2 billion and/or $50 million to $200 million of EBITDA. American Securities and its affiliates have approximately $23 Billion under management and are based in New York with an office in Shanghai.

For more information, please visit www.vibrantz.com and www.american-securities.com Location Penn Yan, NY Total Rewards We offer comprehensive total rewards packages including base pay, variable incentive programs, 401K, medical, dental, vision, life & disability and variety of well-being resources that meet the needs of our diverse workforce.

Union benefits are governed by the applicable collective bargaining unit agreement. $21.70 - $27.12 Vibrantz is committed to maintaining pay transparency in accordance with applicable laws and best practices.

Compensation

for this position will be determined based on a combination of factors, including education, professional certifications, relevant experience, and other job-related considerations permitted by law. Role Overview The Quality Technician performs chemical, physical, and electrical testing on raw materials, intermediates, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.

This role supports quality control operations by conducting routine and advanced laboratory testing, documenting results, maintaining laboratory equipment, and communicating product status to manufacturing teams. The position also contributes to technical service, process engineering, and research and development activities through testing support and data analysis.

Success in this role requires strong laboratory practices, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement. This position will be a 42 hour work week and will require weekend availability. The shift is 12pm-6pm Wednesday, 6a-6p Thurs-Sat and will offer a shift differential on Saturdays Key Responsibilities Perform chemical, physical, electrical, and rheological testing on raw materials, intermediates, and finished products, including preliminary and advanced multi-step analyses.

Record, approve, and document laboratory test results, investigate and report non-conforming findings, and maintain accurate quality records and database entries. Support technical service, process engineering, R&D initiatives, incoming inspections, and specialized laboratory analyses such as moisture analysis, particle size distribution, and surface area testing.

Maintain laboratory equipment, assist with calibration activities, perform furnace profiling and calibration, and ensure laboratory organization in support of 5S and operational excellence initiatives. Communicate product status and quality disposition to manufacturing personnel, follow safe handling and disposal procedures for hazardous materials, and contribute to controlled documentation updates through Engineering Change Requests.

Required Qualifications High school diploma or GED required; coursework in algebra and chemistry preferred. Minimum 2-3 years of experience in a testing laboratory, instrumental analysis environment, physical sciences, or a related field; equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. Knowledge of chemical, physical, and electrical testing methods, laboratory equipment operation and maintenance, and the ability to accurately evaluate test results.

Ability to perform precise measurements, complete arithmetic calculations, follow written and verbal instructions, and prepare basic laboratory reports. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access, with strong communication, teamwork, and safety-focused work practices.

Preferred Qualifications

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