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QC Lab Technicians

Clarksville, TN · On-site

$17.25 - $21.75/hr

QC Lab Technicians will be responsible for supporting mass production quality by performing ... to QC Engineers. * Assist with the review of laboratory safety and environmental compliance ...

QC Lab Technicians

Nashville, TN

$19 - $24.25/hr

QC Lab Technicians will be responsible for supporting mass production quality by performing ... QC Engineers Assist with the review of laboratory safety and environmental compliance documents ...

Quality Control Lab Tech

Houston, TX · On-site

$17.50 - $22/hr

We're seeking a Quality Control Lab Tech who's ready to be part of a company committed to formulating everyday success for every customer through innovative, reliable products used to adhere, seal ...

QC Lab Technicians

Clarksville, TN · On-site

$17.25 - $21.75/hr

QC Lab Technicians will be responsible for supporting mass production quality by performing ... to QC Engineers. * Assist with the review of laboratory safety and environmental compliance ...

QC Lab Technician

Cerritos, CA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

They are seeking a QC Lab Technician to join their growing team! Title: QC Lab Technician (2 Openings!) Location: Los Angeles, CA 90701 Pay: $20-22/hr Shift: M-F 8am-4:30pm Contract to hire Job ...

QC Lab Technician

Mckinney, TX · On-site

$19 - $22/hr

QC Laboratory Technician The QC Lab Technician is responsible for performing routine laboratory ... Assist with internal and external audits by ensuring all testing records and equipment ...

QC Lab Technician

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Concrete QC Lab Technician $1,560+ WEEKLY Join SAVARD Personnel Group - where your skills are valued! Key Requirements: * The ideal candidate will have experience as a concrete QC Lab Technician ...

QC Lab Tech- Cosmetics

Chino, CA · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Title: QC Lab Technician Location: Pomona, CA Pay: $20-25/hr. Shift: M-F 5am-2pm PST Contract, with ... Test pH, viscosity, specific gravity, and other tests as required on QC samples. * Assist with the ...

Concrete QC Lab Technician $1,560+ WEEKLY Join SAVARD Personnel Group - where your skills are valued! Key Requirements: * The ideal candidate will have experience as a concrete QC Lab Technician ...

Manager, Quality Control Lab Remediation in Rensselaer, NY Build your future at Curia, where our work has the power to save lives Curia is a global contract development and manufacturing organization ...

QC Lab Technician As a QC Lab Technician, you will perform essential laboratory tests including pH ... Perform testing on raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products. * Assist in method ...

Manager, Quality Control Lab Remediation in Rensselaer, NY Build your future at Curia, where our work has the power to save lives Curia is a global contract development and manufacturing organization ...

CLS QC Lab

Groveland, CA · On-site

$20 - $25.25/hr

CLS QC Lab openings at a beautiful facility in the MATHER, CA area MANY different shift options available Details: * full time, permanent position * extremely competitive pay * excellent benefits ...

Titan Florida, LLC, has an opening for a Quality Control Lab Supervisor in the Cement Division ... Communicate respectively trends in test results. * Assist in troubleshooting, maintenance ...

Titan Florida, LLC, has an opening for a Quality Control Lab Supervisor in the Cement Division ... Communicate respectively trends in test results. * Assist in troubleshooting, maintenance ...

QC Lab Technician

Mckinney, TX

$18.25 - $23.25/hr

We're seeking a QC Lab Technician who's ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter - and build a career with a company that's building North America. Job Title: QC Lab Technician | Req ...

Quality Control Lab Technician

Orem, UT · On-site

$17.25 - $21.75/hr

... SOPs • Operate QC lab equipment including but not limited to water activity meter, Ro Tap ... • Assist in certification upkeep (Organic, GFCO, Kosher, etc.) • Assist in pulling raw ...

Quality Control Lab Technician

Orem, UT

$17.25 - $21.75/hr

... QC lab equipment including but not limited to water activity meter, Ro Tap, microscope, HPLC ... release Assist in certification upkeep (Organic, GFCO, Kosher, etc.) Assist in pulling raw ...

Titan Florida, LLC, has an opening for a Quality Control Lab Supervisor in the Cement Division ... Communicate respectively trends in test results. * Assist in troubleshooting, maintenance ...

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How much do quality control lab assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for quality control lab assistant in the United States is $22.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Quality Control Lab Assistant vs Quality Control Technician?

AspectQuality Control Lab AssistantQuality Control Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; certifications varyHigh school diploma; often additional certifications or training
Work EnvironmentLaboratory setting, supporting testing activitiesLaboratory and production environments, performing tests and inspections
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting with sample preparation and data entryConducting tests, analyzing results, and ensuring quality standards

While both roles work in laboratory settings within quality assurance, the Quality Control Lab Assistant primarily supports testing processes and data management, whereas the Quality Control Technician actively performs testing and analysis to ensure product quality. The Technician role typically requires more technical skills and certifications, making it more hands-on in quality control procedures.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a quality control lab assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Quality Control Lab Assistant, you need a background in chemistry or biology, attention to detail, and familiarity with laboratory procedures, often supported by an associate's degree or relevant coursework. Experience using analytical instruments such as spectrophotometers, pH meters, and laboratory information management systems (LIMS) is typically required. Strong organizational skills, effective communication, and the ability to follow precise protocols help set top performers apart. These skills and qualities are crucial to ensuring accurate testing, regulatory compliance, and the overall reliability of laboratory results.

What does a quality control lab assistant do?

A Quality Control Lab Assistant supports laboratory operations by conducting tests and inspections on products or materials to ensure they meet specified standards. They prepare samples, operate laboratory equipment, record and analyze data, and help maintain a clean and organized lab environment. Their work helps identify defects or deviations from quality standards, contributing to the overall safety and effectiveness of products before they reach customers.

What are some common challenges faced by quality control lab assistants, and how can they be managed?

Quality Control Lab Assistants often face challenges such as maintaining strict adherence to standardized testing protocols, managing a high volume of samples under tight deadlines, and ensuring accurate record-keeping for compliance purposes. To manage these challenges, it's important to develop strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication with team members and supervisors. Many labs provide thorough training and encourage collaboration, which helps new assistants acclimate to the fast-paced environment while maintaining high-quality standards.
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QC Lab Technicians

LG

Clarksville, TN • On-site

$17.25 - $21.75/hr

Full-time

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Job description

About the LG Chem Family of Companies
With 50,000 patents, 20,000 employees and 58 locations worldwide, LG Chem is one of the largest science and chemical companies in the world. With its rapid growth, LG Chem endeavors to become a 'Global Top 5 Chemical Company' with a balanced business portfolio that has a competitive advantage across the globe, including business divisions in petrochemicals, advanced materials, life sciences, and a subsidiary specializing in batteries.
LG Chem is a leading chemical company in Korea that has continuously achieved growth through relentless challenges and innovation since its establishment in 1947. From the infrangible facial cream lid to the world's most advanced batteries, LG Chem has turned dreams into reality and enriched our lives for 70 years. Building upon a balanced and globally competitive business portfolio, LG Chem manufactures a wide range of products from high value-added petrochemicals to renewable plastics, specializing in cutting-edge electronic and battery materials such as cathodes, as well as drugs and vaccines to deliver differentiated solutions for its customers.
Beyond a chemical company, LG Chem will become a leading science-oriented corporation that creates value for our customers and is committed to reaching carbon-neutral growth by 2030 and net-zero emissions by 2050 by managing the impacts of climate change and making positive contributions to society through renewable energy and responsible supply chains.
"We connect science to life for a better future."
LG Chem will become a world-class corporation that creates new value for our customers based on "science," beyond "chemistry."
Job Summary (Basic Functions): LG Chem Advanced Materials, Inc. (LGCTA) is actively searching for QC Lab Technicians to join our Quality Control team in Clarksville, TN. QC Lab Technicians will be responsible for supporting mass production quality by performing laboratory testing, operating analytical instruments, and assisting with overall QC inspection tasks.
There are two levels of responsibility within this role: Shift Leader and Technician/Inspector. Both roles are part of a rotating shift schedule to provide 24/7 quality support.
This position is based full-time in Clarksville, TN and is not a remote role.
What You will Be Doing
Essential Functions (including but are not limited to):
Shift Leader Responsibilities:
  • Supervise QC inspectors in the assigned shift and manage attendance/shift operations.
  • Possess overall understanding of all analytical tests performed in the QC Lab (pH, Moisture, Air Jet Sieve, H-XRF, SEM, PSD, ICP-OES, XRD, P-XRF, BET, Tap Density, Coin Cell, etc.)
  • Provide technical support and backup assistance to inspectors when needed, ensuring continuity of lab operations.
  • Conduct regular inspection and basic maintenance of lab utilities and analytical instruments.
  • Prepare and maintain laboratory safety and environmental compliance documents.
  • Responsible for the ordering, receiving, and inventory control of laboratory consumables.
  • Perform quality checks for packaging materials.
  • Receive incoming samples, prioritize, and schedule analysis tasks.
  • Handle preparation and shipment of advanced customer samples (e.g., portioning into aluminum pouches and boxing).
  • Act as first escalation point for abnormal data, equipment issues, or safety concerns before reporting to QC Engineers.
  • Input and maintain analysis data in designated systems with high accuracy.
  • Conduct safety talk.
  • Perform job duties in accordance with LG Chem safety policies.

Technician / Inspector Responsibilities:
  • Conduct chemical, physical, and Electrochemical Characterization of the materials using different analytical techniques such as :
    pH Titrator, Moisture Analyzer, Air Jet Sieve, H-XRF, Auto-SEM, PSD Analyzer, ICP-OES, XRD, P-XRF, BET Analyzer, Tap Density Analyzer, Coin Cell Assembly & Test, etc. in accordance to SOPs.

* Analytical tasks will be assigned based on individual qualification and competency assessments.(Not every technician will operate all instruments; responsibilities will be distributed according to training completion and certification level.)
  • Conduct regular inspection and basic maintenance of analytical instruments.
  • Dispose of analyzed samples and related materials according to safety guidelines.
  • Act as first escalation point for abnormal data, equipment issues, or safety concerns before reporting to QC Engineers.
  • Assist with the review of laboratory safety and environmental compliance documents.
  • Assist with the ordering, receiving, and inventory control of laboratory consumables.
  • Perform routine lab maintenance for e.g., replace and monitor lab filters (air, water, gas) as required.
  • Inspect packaging materials (bags, ton-bags) for compliance with quality standards.
  • Receive incoming samples, prioritize, and schedule analysis tasks.
  • Handle preparation and shipment of advanced customer samples (e.g., portioning into aluminum pouches and boxing).
  • Input and maintain analysis data in designated systems with high accuracy.
  • Perform job duties in accordance with LG Chem safety policies.

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience: What We Are Looking For
Competencies/Desired Skills:
  • Integrity: Uphold the highest standards of honesty, report data exactly as observed, and communicate issues openly without concealment.
  • Accountability: Take ownership of tasks and results, ensuring reliability and trustworthiness.
  • Willingness to Learn: Demonstrate strong motivation and enthusiasm to acquire new skills, adapt to new equipment, and grow within the role.
  • Quality Focus: Perform all testing with accuracy, consistency, and adherence to SOPs.
  • Comprehensive Understanding (Shift Leader): Ability to understand the purpose and principles of all analytical tests and support team members when needed.
  • Teamwork: Collaborate effectively with colleagues across laboratory and production teams.
  • Safety Mindset: Follow all safety procedures and proactively prevent unsafe practices.

Education:
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Higher education is not required; candidates should demonstrate a strong ability and willingness to learn and grow in a laboratory and production environment

Requirements:
  • Background in laboratory or manufacturing quality operations is preferred but not required. Success can be achieved through demonstrated learning capability and adaptability in a hands-on environment.
  • Basic computer skills (Excel, data entry, reporting).
  • Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends as required.
  • Must be able to wear PPE (safety shoes, glasses, masks, respirator, PAPR, gloves, gowns, hearing protection, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience operating or supervising analytical instruments (ICP-OES, XRF, SEM, PSD, BET, XRD, titrator, tap density, coin cell assembly).
  • Previous experience in chemical, battery, powder, or materials QC environment.
  • Familiarity with ISO/IATF quality standards and document control.
  • Experience supporting audits, sample shipment, or consumables management.

Work Environment
The working conditions (including the general work environment, and table with physical/mental demands) in this job description reflect the typical conditions you can expect while performing the essential functions of this job. LGCTA provides reasonable accommodations - appropriate changes and adjustments - to applicants and employees to be considered for a job opening, enable them to perform a job, gain access to the workplace, and enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment.
General Work Environment. This position is based primarily within a manufacturing environment and requires regular exposure to typical manufacturing conditions. Team members may experience elevated noise levels, fumes, dust, vibrations, moving mechanical equipment, heat exposure, and other industrial hazards while performing daily duties. The role may also involve handling or moving product samples and navigating active production areas.. Requires standing, walking, lifting, crouching, and extended periods of instrument operation. Regular exposure to hazardous materials with required PPE usage. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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