Quality Technician III

Job Description

Job Description

Theodore, AL: Flexicrew Technical Services (FTS) is seeking an experienced Quality Technician III for a short term assignment to support quality control and laboratory operations within an industrial manufacturing facility. This advanced-level position is responsible for performing complex laboratory testing, troubleshooting quality issues, conducting investigations, training technicians, and supporting process improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong industrial laboratory background, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to serve as a technical resource for laboratory and production teams.

Essential Duties:

• Perform advanced and non-routine laboratory testing, troubleshoot testing methods, and investigate out-of-specification or non-conforming results.
• Lead or assist with root-cause investigations involving quality deviations, customer complaints, and production issues, documenting findings and corrective actions.
• Conduct internal audits to ensure compliance with laboratory procedures, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and quality system requirements.
• Train, cross-train, and mentor Quality Technicians on laboratory testing methods, equipment operation, safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to identify and implement improvements in product quality and laboratory efficiency.
• Support research and development activities, including new product testing, production trials, raw material evaluations, and process modifications.
• Review and maintain laboratory documentation, SOPs, work instructions, testing records, and quality reports to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for quality-related issues and escalations during assigned shifts.
• Identify opportunities to improve laboratory processes, workplace safety, testing accuracy, and operational efficiency.
• Communicate testing results, investigation findings, and improvement recommendations to management and production personnel.

Requirements/Skills:

• High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor's degree in chemistry, engineering, or a related scientific field strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of laboratory experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or mineral-processing environment, or equivalent progressive quality technician experience.
• Strong understanding of laboratory testing procedures, quality control practices, and troubleshooting methods.
• Demonstrated ability to investigate quality issues, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions independently.
• Experience conducting quality audits, maintaining laboratory documentation, and following established SOPs.
• Previous experience training, mentoring, or providing technical guidance to other employees preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to document and present technical findings.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple responsibilities, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Must be available to work a rotating 24/7 shift schedule, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and emergency call-ins as needed.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout assigned shifts.
• Must be able to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and perform repetitive movements associated with laboratory testing and industrial operations.
• Must be able to safely navigate stairs, catwalks, and production areas.
• Comfortable working in an industrial laboratory and manufacturing environment with potential exposure to dust, noise, chemicals, and varying temperatures.
• Ability to work in outdoor plant areas under varying weather conditions as needed.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toed boots, gloves, and other designated safety equipment.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Flexicrew Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with FTS is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications. Employment or consideration will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.