Production Lab Technician

Quality Lab Technician

The Quality Lab Technician is responsible for conducting in-process inspections of production batches and participating in various activities related to the production process and technical lab operations. This role requires a detail-oriented individual who can manage both lab and production duties effectively.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and organized lab.
• Print batch tickets and drum tags for production.
• Ensure complete and accurate completion of batch tickets.
• Enter batch information into Word and Excel files.
• Scan batch tickets and maintain an electronic database.
• Issue corrections for materials not meeting viscosity specifications.
• Perform all required testing for production batches as specified on the batch ticket.
• Write hold tickets for nonconforming batches and materials.
• Conduct 3 and 30-day retain viscosity checks.
• Perform final inspection of finished goods as needed.
• Report updates to the next shift's Lab Technician.
• Operate a forklift as required (training provided).
• Inspect incoming raw materials when necessary.
• Perform dock audits on the production floor.
• Split duties between lab (60%) and production (40%).

Essential Skills

• Proficient in computer applications, including Word, Excel, and email.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Minimum of 2 years quality experience preferred.
• Ability to operate a forklift (training provided).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Quality experience is preferred but not required.
• Mobile equipment experience preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in SPC and SAP is advantageous.
• Good knowledge of chemistry and mathematics.
• Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, Chemistry, or a related field preferred.
• High School diploma or GED required.

Why Work Here?

The position offers a production bonus opportunity of up to 30%, growth opportunities with potential pay increases, and a $2 shift differential. Employees benefit from a comprehensive training program, including forklift certification, and have the opportunity for overtime. The role provides a supportive environment for career advancement.

The position is based in a chemical plant, primarily producing automotive materials with a climate-controlled environment. Employees are exposed to manufacturing operations, including moving equipment, noise, fumes, vibrations, and dust. Safety PPE such as steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, respirators, gloves, and earbuds are provided. Work shifts include 1st and 2nd shifts with the possibility of overtime and weekend work based on business needs. The current shift schedule is a 4-day/10-hour setup, subject to change.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Evansville, Indiana.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $21.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Evansville, IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 24, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.