Luxfer Magtech - Saxonburg

Quality Control Technician

Saxonburg, PA - Full Time

 Luxfer MEL Technologies’ Saxonburg, PA facility manufactures magnesium powder by processing magnesium ingots into fine, engineered materials. These powders are supplied to customers in industries such as aerospace, defense, automotive, and other advanced technology markets. Our operations include the handling of both hazardous and non-hazardous materials and require strict adherence to safety, quality, and compliance standards.
 
Job Title:Quality Control Technician
Reports to:QA Manager USA
Responsible to:Director of Customer First and Quality Compliance
Department:Quality and Compliance
Location:Saxonburg

Summary:                                        
  • Luxfer MEL Technologies is a global leader in the development, manufacture and supply of Zirconium and Magnesium based products and services to technology industries worldwide.
  • Based in our Saxonburg, PA facility you will work for Luxfer MEL Technologies in the Magnesium Powder plant as part of the Quality and Compliance team which has scientists located in both the US and UK.
  • As a US team member, and reporting directly to the Quality Assurance Manager USA, the primary purpose of your role is to ensure that the Quality Control function based in Pennsylvania provides a fit-for-purpose Quality Control service of a high standard to all its Internal and External Customers.
  • You will be responsible for ensuring that day-to-day, medium- and long-term objectives within the PA function are met, using Key Performance Indicators such as those reported in the Departmental Scorecard to measure the effectiveness of actions taken to deliver Continuous Improvements beneficial to the business in key areas such as Safety, Customer First and Growth.
  • You will play an active role in embracing new innovations and driving forward Standardization and Simplification Improvement Initiatives – aligning with other LMT Quality Control functions in the UK and USA - through New Method Development, Departmental Lean Initiatives and other projects.

Main responsibilities:
  • Ensure compliance to all Environmental, Health and Safety policies, laws and regulations as they apply to laboratory function and operation.
  • Perform Quality Control testing with accuracy and precision, including Incoming Raw Materials, In-Process Control samples and Final Product material.
  • Support laboratory activities through testing, certification of product, calibration, safety assessments and equipment maintenance and any other requested activity.
  • Maintain a high standard of laboratory operating conditions regarding equipment, validity of calibration standards, housekeeping, analytical records, etc. by adhering to established standards such as 5S principles and external audit requirements.
  • Participates in quality control and standard of work training for as assigned.
  • Visually inspects product to quality control requirements are met.
  • Ensures all quality control test information is accurately documented.
  • Reviews daily quality documentation to ensure accuracy.
  • Participates in yearly evaluations of the QC process.
  • Works with manufacturing leaders to ensure quality checks are performed on assigned samples.
  • Reports quality deviations to appropriate leadership as it is identified.
  • Utilizes business unit’s system of record to enter quality assurance inspections, jobs, and quality issues.
  • Reports potential problems to the quality team and production team as required.
  • Be responsible for organizing your own workload based on agreed priorities and deadlines and understand that predictable attendance is critical to accomplishing essential tasks.
  • Be available to facilitate reasonable requests to work outside of normal working hours according to business needs.
  • Work closely with colleagues that are based in the USA and UK (both within the QA or Materials QC Team and all other departments).
  • Any other duties within the post holder’s competence as requested.



 
Essential
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Desirable
It would be beneficial for the candidate to have this list (but not essential).
Qualifications/ Education
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or related discipline
Experience
  • At least 1 years laboratory, lab-related or chemical manufacturing experience post-degree
  • Experience of using MS Office including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Teams
  • Basic understanding of laboratory safety
  • Experience with Excel
  • At least 2 years laboratory, lab-related or manufacturing experience post-degree

 
 Skills & Knowledge
 
  • Must have ability to use own initiative, effectively prioritize tasks and work well under pressure
  • Ability to read and understand laboratory related materials
  • Strong mathematical skills and familiarity with algebra to perform relevant analytical calculations
  • Ability to effectively communicate with employees across all departments
  • Computer data entry literacy
  • Time management and leadership skills
  • Experience of analysing powders or metals
  • Experience of interpreting International, Military or ISO standards
  • Knowledge of statistical tests relevant to a laboratory environment
  • Knowledge of SharePoint or LIMS
  • Knowledge of SAP or similar ERP
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing techniques
  • Experience in the maintenance of analytical test equipment
Personal Attributes
 
  • Self-motivating
  • High level of attention to detail
  • Team player who demonstrates a high level of commitment and adopts a flexible and positive approach to work
  • Display highest ethical standards
  • Fully committed to the Company’s core values of Customer First, Integrity, Accountability, Innovation, Personal Development and Teamwork
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
Working Pattern
  • 37-40 hours per week
 

Benefits:
    • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
    • 401(k) Retirement Plan - 100% company match on the first 6% of employee contributions
    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
    • Paid Time Off - 80 hours Vacation (accrued annually), Sick Time: 40 hours per year, Personal Time: 16 hours per year, Paid Holidays: 10 paid holidays annually
    • Healthy Lifestyle Reimbursement - Up to $25 per month reimbursement
    • Disability & Life Insurance - Employer-provided Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Life and AD&D insurance options available
    • Career Growth & Culture

      Benefits are available to eligible full-time employees and are subject to plan terms and conditions. Coverage options, employee contributions, and benefit provisions may change annually. Certain benefits require enrollment and may have waiting periods.

       
We encourage candidates with non-traditional backgrounds, hands-on experience, military training, or transferable skills to apply.

More About Us
Luxfer Magtech is a subsidiary of Luxfer MEL Technologies, which is part of the publicly traded Luxfer group (Luxfer Magtech | Magnesium Product Supplier | Chemical Manufacturers and https://www.luxfer.com/)

We are committed to a safe, drug-free work environment and pre-employment drug screening, physical and background checks are required prior to starting.

This role may involve access to Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and export-controlled data subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Employees are expected to follow company policies and security protocols for handling, storing, accessing, and transmitting sensitive information. Compliance training will be required after hire.

Due to federal export control requirements, access to certain information is limited to U.S. Citizens, U.S. Lawful Permanent Residents, and individuals lawfully admitted as asylees or refugees, unless a valid export authorization is obtained. Employment is contingent upon meeting these eligibility requirements and adhering to applicable CUI and ITAR policies.

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