AkzoNobel · 2 days ago
Quality Technician
Roanoke, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$20.50/hr - $20.50/hr
3+ years expAkzoNobel is a long-established paints company dedicated to providing sustainable solutions. The Quality Technician will coordinate the collection of random samples from production batches, perform complex testing processes, and maintain product quality using sophisticated testing instruments.
Chemical EngineeringConstructionElectronicsIndustrialIndustrial AutomationSustainability
Responsibilities
Must follow all established safety rules and procedures
Must demonstrate integrity while performing duties as per company’s Code of Conduct
Perform a wide variety of complex testing processes on production batches to measure product’s physical or chemical characteristics. Tests include, but are not limited to, viscosity, weight per unit of measure, flow, gloss, color characteristics (compared with standards), and various other similar tests
Maintain and calibrate test equipment
Maintain records and charts for all products that are checked by the individual
Record and report observations or test results in the appropriate QC card or file. The data should be complete and written legibly
Work with the QC manager, production staff, and development staff to evaluate production or field related problems
Help identify potential causes of complaints
Actively engaged in 5S activities
Helps sustain and improve organization in work areas
Perform area housekeeping responsibilities
Qualification
Required
High school graduate or equivalent
With 1-2 years technical or community college courses with emphasis on physical science and/or 3 or more years manufacturing experience in paint and coatings industry preferred
Previous laboratory experience preferred
Microsoft Office skills required (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Near vision- ability to read labels and see details up close with or without corrective lenses
Ability to read, comprehend and follow safety instructions and safety guidelines
Must be able to score a 32 or lower on a Farnsworth-Munsell 100 Hue Color test
Must have effective interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently
Ability to multi-task and balance priorities
Dedicated and committed safety leadership and presence
Ability to work in a heavy manufacturing environment with exposure to chemical agents
Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time
Operation and control- Ability to use equipment to perform duties of job safely and effectively
Mathematics- Knowledge of basic math including adding, subtracting, multiplication, division, fractions and measurements
Operation Monitoring- Ability to watch gauges, dials, or display screens to ensure proper operation of equipment
Preferred
With 1-2 years technical or community college courses with emphasis on physical science and/or 3 or more years manufacturing experience in paint and coatings industry
Previous laboratory experience
Benefits
401K retirement savings with a 6% company match
Medical insurance with HSA
Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits
Generous vacation, sick, and holiday pay
Short & Long-term disability
Paid Parental Leave
Career growth opportunities
Active Diversity & Inclusion Networks
Employee referral plan
Employee appreciation days
Company
AkzoNobel
AkzoNobel is a chemical manufacturing company that provides paints and coatings solutions and services for various projects worldwide.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (11)
2024 (5)
2023 (9)
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2021 (2)
2020 (12)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2010-01-01Post Ipo Equity
1999-04-01IPO
Leadership Team
Maarten de Vries
CFO and member of the Management Board
Stefan Malmsten
Director Digital Technology
Recent News
2025-12-19
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