Quality Lab Tech

**Quality Lab Tech** Manufacturing Roanoke, VA, US Pay Rate Low: 20 | Pay Rate High: 23 + Added - 18/11/2025 Apply for Job The Quality Lab Technician works closely with Manufacturing and customers to ensure all products meet or exceed quality expectations and regulatory standards. **Location:** Roanoke, VA **Type:** Contract to hire **Shifts Available:** + 2nd Shift: Thursday-Monday, 3:00 PM-11:00 PM - $20 - 23/hr + $.75 shift diff + 3rd Shift: Thursday-Monday, 11:00 PM-7:30 AM $20 - 23/hr + $1.00 shift diff Primary Responsibilities + Perform testing on bulk and finished products (pH, viscosity, odor, color, appearance). + Prepare dye percent-solution formulas and provide proper batch-coloring specifications to Compounders. + Issue NCMRs (Nonconformance Reports) for rejected samples or non-conforming materials; notify Customer Service and customers as required. + Generate Certificates of Analysis (COAs) for bulk product shipments. + Retest bulk materials as needed and update product status in AS400; document all nonconformances. + Maintain product standards, retains, and reference samples. + Enforce cGMPs, company policies, and safety requirements at all times. + Maintain, clean, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment. + Perform other duties as assigned. + Complete annual recertification as a "Certified Nose" and "Certified Color Vision" tester. **Minimum Qualifications** Chemistry Degree Preferred - Fresh Graduates Encouraged to Apply! If Degreed: + B.S. in Chemistry (or related cosmetic, pharmaceutical, QA/QC field) - No experience required If Not Degreed: + A.S. degree in chemistry or related field - 1 year of lab experience required + High School Diploma/GED - 3-5 years of lab experience in cosmetic, pharma, or QC required **Additional Skills:** + Ability to read, write, and perform basic math. + Proficient with counting scales, RF scanners, Microsoft Office, AS400, SAP, Interspec, QCBD. + Strong teamwork, communication, and willingness to train others. + Demonstrated safe work behavior and reliability. + Ability to work flexible schedules, including overtime and weekends as needed.INDBHThis job description is a complete list of all desired skills, but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!" We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.