A. O. Smith Corporation

Laboratory Technician

A. O. Smith Corporation  •  Phillipsburg, NJ (Onsite)  •  13 days ago
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Job Description

Company / Location Information

A.O. Smith is a global leader applying innovative technologies and energy-efficient solutions to products manufactured and marketed worldwide. The company is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment and boilers, as well as a manufacturer of water treatment products for residential and light commercial applications. A. O. Smith is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with approximately 12,000 employees at operations in the United States, Canada, China, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom.

Primary Function

Analysts perform basic testing procedures on a variety of analytical instruments, assessing the outcomes of the analytical techniques and documenting the findings utilizing a system of laboratory reporting.

Responsibilities

Quality/Testing Responsibilities:

Determine the quality of the finished product, the capacity, gradation of the media, that it has been properly disinfected and is overall approved for sale

Check inbound COA’s for suitability of application

Continue the tracking system for the production of media

Determine the physical parameter of incoming raw water used in manufacturing daily

Make and supply hardness challenge water for hardness testing

Develop and maintain databases which track the history of production, In coming raw materials, quality assurance data, water usage, discharge water history , etc.

Answer production information questions to customers who call in or refer to the appropriate contact

Office Responsibilities:

Computer skills – Excel, Word, Access, etc.

Assisting with inventory and paperwork for shipping and receiving

Ordering parts/chemistry when necessary.

Assisting the Plant Manager/EHSS Manager on daily tasks

Any other Office/lab responsibilities associated with the job requirements.

Assist the EHSS in training production and maintenance employees

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate) required,
  • Associates or Bachelors degree in related field, preferred. Will consider experience in lieu of degree.
  • Minimum of 6 months related work experience
  • Chemistry, quality, lab, or statistical background experience, a plus
  • Must have comfortability working in a lab setting, setting up equipment, testing, reporting, and recording results.
  • Strong attention to detail and priority setting skills.
  • Must be self-driven.
  • Ability to decipher results.
  • Strong problem solving/trouble shooting skills.
  • Strong analytical skills and ability to generate reports.
  • Excellent Communication Skills, both written and verbal
  • Strong Collaboration and Teamwork

Education


High School Diploma or GEDAssociate Degree

We Offer

Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plans which include medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability programs and tuition assistance.

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ADA Statement & EEO Statement

In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.

A. O. Smith Corporation

About A. O. Smith Corporation

Celebrating its 150th year of business, A. O. Smith is a leading global water technology and manufacturing company that proudly employs more than 12,000 people who together provide water heating and water treatment solutions.

The company is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with operations in the United States, Canada, Mexico, China, India, the United Kingdom and the Netherlands. The company also has sales and distribution in more than 60 countries around the world.

As a global water technology leader, A. O. Smith applies innovative technology and energy-efficient solutions to products marketed worldwide. Our focus is on building this platform through new product development, global expansion, strategic acquisitions and partnerships.

Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Milwaukee, WI
Year Founded
1874
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