Are you seeking a challenging, rewarding, and well-compensated position at a leading international company? Diatom is a reference in Latin America for the production of silicates, synthetic silicas, and zeolites. Founded in 1956 in Argentina and Uruguay, it expanded to Brazil in 1985 and is now building a new manufacturing facility in Andrews, SC.
We want to hear from you if you have a strong growth aptitude and enjoy a diverse and innovative environment, problem-solving, and working in a supportive team!
We seek professionals with expertise in production, maintenance, furnace, administrative, and chemical laboratories.
What We Offer
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Competitive Salary
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Medical Insurance ( Health, Dental & Vision)
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PTO and Holidays
What you’ll do-
Conduct routine and non-routine analyses of in-process materials, raw materials, environmental samples, finished goods, or stability samples.
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Interpret test results, compare them to established specifications and control limits, and make recommendations on the appropriateness of data for release.
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Calibrate, validate or maintain laboratory equipment.
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Ensure that lab cleanliness and safety standards are maintained.
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Perform visual inspections of finished products.
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Complete documentation needed to support testing procedures, including data capture forms, equipment logbooks, or inventory forms.
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Compile laboratory test data and perform appropriate analyses.
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Identify and troubleshoot equipment problems.
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Write technical reports or documentation, such as deviation reports, testing protocols, and trend analyses.
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Investigate or report questionable test results.
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Monitor testing procedures to ensure that all tests are performed according to established item specifications, standard test methods, or protocols.
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Identify quality problems and recommend solutions.
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Participate in out-of-specification and failure investigations and recommend corrective actions.
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Receive and inspect raw materials.
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Train other analysts to perform laboratory procedures and assays.
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Supply quality control data necessary for regulatory submissions.
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Serve as a technical liaison between quality control and other departments, vendors, or contractors.
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Write or revise standard quality control operating procedures.
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Participate in internal assessments and audits as required.
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Validate or transfer analytical methods according to applicable policies or guidelines.
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Evaluate analytical methods and procedures to determine how they might be improved.
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Prepare or review required method transfer documentation, including technical transfer protocols or reports.
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Review data from contract laboratories to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.
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Develop and qualify new testing methods.
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Coordinate testing with contract laboratories and vendors.
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Evaluate new technologies and methods to make recommendations regarding their use.
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Any other activities as assigned by the manager
What you bring-
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years of experience in Quality Control
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Excellent customer service skills;
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.) and essential office equipment
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High level of attention to detail and the ability to take initiative and work in a fast-paced environment
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Organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
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