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ZF

Quality Lab Technician - Warranty

Lafayette, IN

$17.25 - $23.25/hr

What you can look forward to as Quality Lab Technician * Communicate professionally with customers, and internal stakeholders to facilitate timely claim resolution. * Maintain detailed records of ...

Momentive, Inc.

Quality Lab Technician

Friendly, WV · On-site

$34.64/hr

Quality Lab Technician Summary: Ready to launch or grow your laboratory career? As a QC Lab Technician, you'll play a critical role in ensuring the quality and safety of our products by performing ...

Momentive

Quality Lab Technician

Friendly, WV

$34.64/hr

Quality Lab Technician Summary: Ready to launch or grow your laboratory career? As a QC Lab Technician, you'll play a critical role in ensuring the quality and safety of our products by performing ...

IFab Corporation

Paint Quality Lab Technician

Gastonia, NC · On-site

$16.50 - $21/hr

The Paint Quality Lab Technician is responsible for performing laboratory inspections, tests, and evaluations of painted components to ensure compliance with IFAB's quality standards, customer ...

ZF Group

Quality Lab Technician - Warranty

Lafayette, IN · On-site

$17.25 - $23.25/hr

What you can look forward to as Quality Lab Technician * Communicate professionally with customers, and internal stakeholders to facilitate timely claim resolution. * Maintain detailed records of ...

AllSTEM Connections

Quality Lab Technician

Greenville, OH · On-site

$52K/yr

... with lab equipment Responsibilities: The QC Laboratory Technician ensures the quality of products by performing physical and chemical analyses of raw materials, in-process and finished products in ...

Entegris

Quality Lab Technician III

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

$21.50 - $27.25/hr

Quality Lab Technician III The Role: Our site in Hillsborois seeking a Quality Laboratory Technician to join our team. The Quality Lab Technician is responsible for supporting testing of incoming raw ...

Thecsp

Quality Lab Technician

Huntington, WV · On-site

$19.25 - $24.25/hr

The Lab Technician will be responsible for conducting various tests and analyses on paint samples to ensure quality control and adherence to industry standards. This role requires meticulous ...

Ashley Global Retail, LLC

Quality Technician

Ripley, MS · On-site

$16.50 - $22/hr

Monday thru Friday 7am - 3:30pm CST Position Overview The Quality Lab Technician plays a key role in ensuring Ashley products meet our high-quality standards and our customers' expectations. This ...

AllSTEM Connections

Quality Lab Technician

Greenville, OH · On-site

$52K/yr

... with lab equipment Responsibilities: The QC Laboratory Technician ensures the quality of products by performing physical and chemical analyses of raw materials, in-process and finished products in ...

Entegris

Quality Lab Technician III

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

$20.75 - $27.50/hr

Quality Lab Technician III The Role: Our site in Hillsboro is seeking a Quality Laboratory Technician to join our team. The Quality Lab Technician is responsible for supporting testing of incoming ...

Entegris

Quality Lab Technician III

Hillsboro, OR

$20.75 - $27.50/hr

Quality Lab Technician III The Role: Our site in Hillsboro is seeking a Quality Laboratory Technician to join our team. The Quality Lab Technician is responsible for supporting testing of incoming ...

SIG Combibloc

Quality Lab Technician

Peachtree City, GA · On-site

$18.25 - $23.25/hr

Quality Lab Technician Posting Start Date: 7/10/26 Main Location: Peachtree City,GA Requisition ID: 53683 YOU MAY BE OUR NEW QUALITY TECHNICIAN SUMMARY OF ROLE Rotating 12 Hour Shift Conducts ...

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As of Jul 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for quality lab technician in the United States is $22.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

AspectQuality Lab TechnicianQuality Control Inspector
CertificationsOften requires certifications like ASQ CQE or laboratory-specific trainingMay require general quality or inspection certifications, but less specialized
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, testing facilities, manufacturing plantsProduction lines, warehouses, manufacturing sites
Job FocusConducting tests, analyzing samples, ensuring lab complianceInspecting products, verifying quality at various stages
Common UsageUsed in industries like pharmaceuticals, food, manufacturingUsed across manufacturing, automotive, electronics sectors

While both roles focus on quality assurance, the Quality Lab Technician primarily conducts laboratory tests and analyses, whereas the Quality Control Inspector performs on-site product inspections. Understanding these differences helps job seekers target the right roles based on their skills and career goals.

What are Quality Lab Technicians?

Quality Lab Technicians are professionals responsible for conducting tests and analyses on products or materials to ensure they meet quality and safety standards. They typically work in laboratories within industries such as manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, or food production. Their duties include preparing samples, operating laboratory equipment, recording data, and reporting findings to help maintain product quality. Quality Lab Technicians play a key role in identifying defects and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Quality Lab Technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Quality Lab Technician, you generally need a background in chemistry, biology, or a related science, along with experience in laboratory techniques and quality control standards. Familiarity with analytical instruments such as HPLC, GC, spectrophotometers, and proficiency in lab management software or LIMS is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and effective communication make candidates excel in this role. These skills ensure accurate testing, compliance with regulations, and consistent product quality, which are critical for organizational success.

What are some common challenges faced by Quality Lab Technicians, and how can they be addressed?

Quality Lab Technicians often encounter challenges such as maintaining accuracy under tight deadlines, handling multiple samples simultaneously, and ensuring compliance with strict regulatory standards. To address these challenges, it's important to develop strong organizational skills, adhere to standard operating procedures, and communicate effectively with team members and supervisors. Staying updated on industry best practices and participating in ongoing training can also help technicians adapt to evolving testing methods and quality requirements.
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Quality Lab Technician - Warranty

Quality Lab Technician - Warranty

ZF

Lafayette, IN

$17.25 - $23.25/hr

Other

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago

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6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 55 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

355th of 430 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

 Req ID 87555 | CSS Lafayette Staff, United States ZF Active Safety and Electronics US LLC

About the Team

In this role, you will work directly with customers, internal teams, and engineering to ensure effective warranty management, accurate parts evaluation, and timely adjudication of part disposition. You will apply strong analytical, communication, and reporting skills to uphold warranty agreements and drive continuous improvement across quality and warranty processes.

What you can look forward to as Quality Lab Technician
  • Communicate professionally with customers, and internal stakeholders to facilitate timely claim resolution.
  • Maintain detailed records of customer returns and ensure all returned parts are properly logged, evaluated, and routed for engineering review.
  • Partner with Receiving, Accounting, Customer Care, and the Warranty Manager on the receipt and processing of returned parts to support accurate payment, credit, or recovery activities.
  • Perform parts evaluation, documenting findings clearly and preparing reports for Engineering to support root-cause analysis, warranty validation, and final part disposition decisions.
  • Support Engineering throughout the warranty evaluation cycle by providing data, physical part assessment results, and timely updates to enable quick and accurate disposition decisions.
  • Collaborate closely with warranty administrative support to maintain consistent throughput of claims within customer-defined timelines.
  • Apply continuous-improvement mindset and methodologies to streamline processes, improve data integrity, and enhance overall warranty/quality performance.
Your profile as Quality Lab Technician
  • Minimum of six years of parts evaluation, data processing, and reporting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience with warranty and quality processes preferred; general accounting experience is beneficial.
  • Proficiency with MS Excel and MS Word required.
  • Knowledge of MiniTAB and MS Access is a plus.
  • Familiarity with Salesforce and SAP is a plus.
  • Strong ability to communicate clearly and professionally with internal teams and external customers.
  • Basic understanding of the 8D problem-solving process is a plus.
  • Strong desire for and knowledge of continuous improvement practices.
What we Offer at ZF:
  • A supportive collaborative team environment
  • Annual Incentive Plan
  • Paid Vacation
  • 401k Plan
  • Health Care Benefits
  • Paid Holidays
  • A strong diversity culture
  • Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities

Be part of our ZF team as Quality Lab Technician - Warranty and apply now!

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Bethany Vijayakumar

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT: 
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice. 

With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility. 

Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran

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