Lab Technician-Quality

Wacker Chemical • Allentown, PA • 3h ago

Job Location (Short): Allentown, PA, USA, 18109

Posting Start Date: 9/23/26

Do you want to take responsibility and make a difference with your work? With your expertise, we can achieve great goals together. We are WACKER - Reliable. Determined. Ambitious. As one of the world's most research-intensive chemical companies, we've been making countless products that are an integral part of your everyday life possible for over 100 years. From vegan food to resource-efficient buildings to solar cells, we develop sustainable solutions that change the future.

To strengthen our team inAllentown,

we are looking for you as a(n)Lab Technician-Quality.

The Laboratory Technician is responsible for conducting laboratory testing, inspections, and analyses of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods to ensure compliance with established quality standards, customer requirements, and regulatory expectations. The technician supports manufacturing, research and development, and quality assurance activities by accurately generating and documenting test results, maintaining laboratory equipment, and assisting with investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.

Ensure compliance with company safety programs, hazardous material handling procedures.

Perform physical, chemical, and analytical testing on raw materials in-process, and finished products.

Conduct routine quality control testing according to approved methods and SOPs.

Asist in recording, reviewing, and reporting of laboratory data; using software systems and good documentation practices.

Collect, prepare, and test samples for analysis.

Maintain, and calibrate laboratory equipment and instruments.

Support nonconformances and RCA investigations

Maintain laboratory safety and quality requirements.

Assist with process validation, and qualification activities.

Participate in continuous improvement projects.

Requirements

Associate degree in Chemistry, Biology, Material Science, Chemical Technology, or a related scientific field preferred.

Equivalent laboratory experience may be considered.

1 to 3 years of laboratory, quality control, or manufacturing testing experience preferred.

Experience in silicone, polymer, medical device, cosmetic, chemical, or specialty materials industries is highly desirable

Understanding of laboratory testing techniques and analytical equipment.

Knowledge of quality systems, GMP, and ISO requirements.

Ability to interpret specifications, test methods, and technical procedures.

Strong attention to detail and data integrity.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic data management systems.

Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.

Represent Wacker's interests towards authorities, suppliers, and contractors

Perform all tasks and assignments in accordance to Wacker's policies and procedures

This position requires working in a multi-discipline team with multiple interfaces to internal customers (R&D, operations, supply chain), internal services like EHSS, procurement, accounting and controlling as well as external parties like authorities, suppliers, and contractors.

Mature team skills combined with team player attitude

Ability to professionally deal with changing priorities and requirements

Ability to perform and succeed in an environment of innovation and operations

Strong analytical skills

Objective judgment and fact-based decision-making approach

Strong multitasking competency

Ability to stand, walk, and work in a laboratory environment for extended periods.

Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Manual dexterity sufficient to handle laboratory instruments, chemicals, and testing equipment.

What do we offer?

WACKER strives to reward its employees in a fair and equitable manner. Our Total Rewards Package considers employee wellbeing and is comprised of compensation, benefits, work-life balance, performance & recognition, and career development.

Compensation and Incentive plans

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective day 1

Paid Time Off in addition to personal days and holidays

Paid parental leave

Wellbeing fund

Flexible hybrid work arrangements

401(k) with company match

Education Assistance Program

Career development and advancement opportunities

Support for Community Involvement

We are looking forward to your online application at www.wacker.com.

Reference Code: 31734

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. A minimum requirement for this US-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent unrestricted basis. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including any @type of US permanent residency (e.g., for a green card).

Wacker is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively promote the equality of opportunity for all who are qualified and bring the requisite experience, talent, skill and potential, without regard to age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristics. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.

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