Senior Quality Technician

Make a +Difference at Kraton!

At Kraton, we make a Positive Difference, and we are looking for individuals who are also looking to make a difference in their jobs, for our customers and to the world.  We are looking to hire a key member of our Operations team at our Savannah, Georgia location. 

We believe in making a +Difference, as a global manufacturer of sustainable specialty polymers and biobased pine chemicals, delivering innovative, high-performance solutions. 

 
We’re proud to offer benefits that meaningfully support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between. 

Some of the benefits offered are:

• Medical Insurance, including TeleDoc - multiple plans available with Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account options
• Dental & Vision Insurance  
• Health Advocate – free support to help you understand your coverage and answer questions
• Life Insurance – base coverage paid for by Kraton with option for additional coverage
• 401k – Kraton provides matching contributions based on enrollment level 
• Employee Assistance Program – provided at no cost to employees   
• Accident, Disability, and Critical Illness Insurance  

Key Responsibilities

The key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Responsible for analysis of process samples and water analysis from the plant
• Responsible for troubleshooting/calibrating all equipment in the QC Lab.
• Prepare certificate of analysis (COA) for shipments.
• Approve raw material by the use of Purchasing Approval System in Lotus Notes. 
• Assist with the coordination of sample analyses from outside sources. 
• Meet all OTIF (On Time/In Full) objectives within your control.  
• Communicate results thoroughly within the Quality Department and with other departments. 
• Conduct routine final shipment analyses.    
• Communicate with Operations on quality matters.  
• Work with Plant Chemists and Quality Manager to track, report, & improve key quality indicators for laboratory compliance and efficiency.
• Report instrumentation issues and remove faulty instruments from service until a disposition can be made on the instrument.
• Participate in the internal auditing process and Gage R&R studies to identify training opportunities.
• Interact with the plant’s EHS Department to ensure the proper disposal of chemical waste and general compliance with applicable_ policies.
• Contribute to value creation in the working environment through healthy behaviors, training of other technicians, and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to the set-up and execution of routine or ad-hoc testing by selecting from a limited range of known methods and/or conditions.
• Create or edit Standard Operating Procedures and conduct reviews of Procedures and Safety Standards.

Required Skills

• 3-5 years of relevant work experience
• Prior work experience in a QC Laboratory; preference will be given to individuals with work experience in a chemical manufacturing setting.

Education, Certifications & Licenses

• High School diploma with the equivalent combination of advanced education and work experience required.
• An accredited Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology preferred.

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The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification.  Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position.

Kraton’s internal talent acquisition team manages our recruiting efforts and from time to time works with pre-selected/pre-approved external staffing agencies. We do NOT accept unsolicited resumes or candidate referrals from recruiters and/or agencies who are not pre-selected/pre-approved.

Kraton is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.