Laboratory Technician

Description

Summary: This role involves conducting quality control tests on raw materials, supporting various departments with testing needs, managing laboratory operations, and ensuring continuous improvement in testing procedures. Highlights: 1. Supports continuous improvement in raw material testing procedures 2. Manages laboratory reports, equipment calibration, and inventory 3. Coordinates work schedules and records attendance for personnel 1\. Ensures the correct use of procedures to perform tests to the raw material in the slip \& glaze area. 2\. Supports other areas with different tests they will need to help them to keep control of their processes. 3\. Distribute all the laboratory reports to the appropriate production area. 4\. Ensures the equipment received calibration and its maintenance equipment is done on schedule. 5\. Keeps the necessary inventory of the materials needed for all lab tests. 6\. Coordinates the work schedules for the personnel in his charge and has control of the attendance records. 7\. Records the results of the test and prepare inspection and test reports. 8\. Works with the quality and production area to ensure the continuous improvement in the procedures to test the raw material, slip and glaze. **EDUCATION:** Preference Technical degree. **EXPERIENCE:** Preference minimum 4 year experience in a manufacturing is preferred in a similar position. **FORMATION:** Preference knowledge and understanding of chemical processes. Preference Working Knowledge of Microsoft Windows based software applications. **SKILLS**: Traits Critical: Abstract Reasoning Ability, Thoroughness, Cautiousness, Self\-Structure, Urgency, Aggressiveness, Assertiveness, Energy, External Structure, Idea Orientation. Supporting: Ego\-drive. Behaviors Critical: Is persistent; recognizes problems, issues and opportunities; gathers and analyzes data; creates new concepts and approaches to solve problems; learns from mistakes; independently sets goals, objectives and priorities; manages multiple tasks and activities; follows established policies and procedures; works quickly. Supporting: Persuasively sells ideas to gain support and buy\-in. **Why Choose Kohler?** We empower each associate to \#BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we’re driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives. **About Us** It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact kohlerjobs@kohler.com. Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.