Internal - Mixing Laboratory Technician - Night Shift (B Shift)

YOUR TASKS This role supports raw material quality assurance and laboratory excellence by executing testing, analyzing results, maintaining laboratory equipment, and ensuring compliant release of incoming materials for production. This role partners with manufacturing, engineering, purchasing, logistics, and supplier quality teams to drive quality performance and continuous improvement. HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT Perform raw material, compound, reinforcement, and chemical testing according to test plans and production requirements. Review test results, determine re-testing needs, and communicate testing priorities with internal customers. Support supplier complaint management, including evidence collection, corrective action follow-up, and 8D review. Monitor supplier quality performance and assist with audits and continuous improvement initiatives. Ensure compliance with quality systems, including IATF 16949 requirements and laboratory procedures. Participate in internal and external audits and support corrective action activities. Perform routine laboratory equipment maintenance and escalate issues when necessary. Support process improvement projects related to materials, packaging, logistics, and supplier performance. Promote environmental, health, and safety standards within the laboratory. Utilize strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills. Be self-managed, detail-oriented, and capable of performing under pressure. Follow all plant, ESH, CBS, quality, and department processes and procedures. Other duties as assigned. NOTE: May not be inclusive of all work required and may be updated as needed. WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE High school diploma or equivalent Knowledge of laboratory testing methods and quality management systems Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint Must be willing to work selected shift for this position This role is an internal only position, external applicants will not be considered for this role Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job posting No relocation assistance is offered for this position ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT Preferred quantifiable qualifications listed here 3 or more years’ experience in a tire or automotive manufacturing industry/environment Experience with SAP and laboratory information systems Knowledge of or previous use of: IATF 16949 and quality management systems Root cause analysis tools including 8D, 5 Why, A3, and Ishikawa SPC, FMEA, Control Plans, PPAP, APQP, and MSA Raw material receiving, mixing, and compound production processes