Qc Technician Jobs

The Lab/ QC Technician is a safety sensitive position that performs analytical chemistry analyses under general supervision in a chemical manufacturing complex laboratory. The Laboratory / QC Technician collects samples from locations throughout the complex, prepares samples, completes testing and analysis, performs mathematical calculations and documents and communicates results of analysis of various process, product, and environmental samples. Analytical chemistry methods used include but are not limited to wet chemistry methods, physical property analysis, gas/liquid chromatography, UV-VIS and IR spectroscopy, product quality assurance, and operations support.

• Record analytical results into system software and report results to applicable stakeholders in defined timeframes.
• Recognize deviations in analytical results and execute reporting protocols for procedural or analytical non-conformances, off-spec product or process stream anomalies.
• Conduct chemical or physical laboratory tests to assist operations in making qualitative or quantitative analyses of materials.
• Sample collection and analysis according to precise established operating procedures.
• Recognize and execute on condition parameters for re-sampling and re-testing.
• Monitor and communicate product quality to ensure compliance with standards and specifications.
• Perform and validate analyses of product, and process stream samples according to operating procedures.
• Champion the pursuit of safety, regulatory compliance and operational excellence including proper use of PPE necessary for each task, implementing established safety procedures and protocols for each job, identifying hazards or incidents and communicating findings using established procedures.
• Prepare commonly used reagents including from hazardous stock reagents such as concentrated acids, bases, and solvents.
• Understand and comply with established processes and procedures designed to support internal controls efforts. Identify and bring to the attention of management internal controls deficiencies.

• Demonstrated knowledge or experience in:
• Grade 12 graduate or GED.
• Associate or Bachelor Degree in a physical sciences discipline is preferred.

• Laboratory safety procedures; use and maintenance of laboratory

equipment

• Laboratory techniques and testing, including performing analytical

chemistry methods

• Sample collection, preparation methods and analysis to established

schedules and procedures

• Performance of common laboratory mathematical calculations and

use of tools such as Excel spreadsheets.

• Strong data analysis, interpretation and critical thinking skills.
• Knowledge or experience in using computer systems and programs for data reporting, analysis and records maintenance.
• Ability to communicate through effective listening, writing and verbal communication skills.

• CF Industries is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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