FUCHS is the world's largest independent supplier of innovative lubrication solutions, covering almost every industry and application. Our products and solutions keep the world moving even though they are not always visible. What matters is that each of our over 6,000 employees in over 50 countries is visible - their entrepreneurial spirit, ideas and skills are the foundation of our global business.

Come be seen at FUCHS by joining us as:

Lab Technician Team Lead

Location: 

Harvey, IL, US, 60426

Why FUCHS? Because Your Success Moves Us.

At FUCHS, we believe in empowering people to grow, innovate, and thrive. Our culture is built on trust, respect, integrity, and creativity—and we back it up with real opportunities for development, a strong work/life balance, and the freedom to make an impact. When you join FUCHS, you’re not just taking a job—you’re launching a career.


Salary:

FUCHS offers competitive pay commensurate with experience in a similar position. The range for this position is $30.00 - $33.00 per hour, but actual compensation will vary depending upon a new hire’s experience and qualifications as well as internal equity.

Work Schedule:

Position availability is for 3rd shift (11:00 PM to 7:30 AM), Monday through Friday. Flexibility may be required to support production needs, including occasional overtime.


Your Responsibilities:

The Quality Control Laboratory Team Lead will oversee in supporting a fast-paced production environment and will be responsible for:

  • Coaching and training quality technicians on procedures related to testing, communication, and lab best practices.
  • Distributing workflow to other technicians on the shift. 
  • Using established methods to verify quality of incoming raw materials and outgoing products; performing calculations to determine adjustments that may be required to ensure conformance; 
  • Preparing laboratory reagents; filing retain samples in appropriate holding areas; entering test data into our SAP system; filing vendor certifications, and raw material and production inspections in appropriate area. 
  • Communicating with Operations team regarding calculations and adjustments needed to batches
  • Monitoring and calibrating Quality Control equipment.
  • Participating in general housekeeping including routine cleaning and maintenance.
  • Communicating with Quality Control Manager on a daily basis regarding issues, updates, etc.

 


Qualifications we are looking for:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related science field required.
  • 3+ years of proven laboratory testing experience in a manufacturing environment required.
  • Exemplary verbal and written communication skills required.
  • Experience using SAP computer system a plus

What You’ll Get:

  • A dynamic, supportive team environment
  • Competitive pay
  • Comprehensive benefits package (details here: https://fuchs.com/us/en/benefits)
  • Career growth in a global company that values your ideas and initiative

 

Ready to move your world with us?
Apply today and become part of a company that’s shaping the future of lubrication technology—one batch at a time.

FUCHS Lubricants Co. is an equal employment opportunity (EEO)/AA employer and strongly supports diversity in the workplace (m/f/d/v).

Do you have any questions? Rosalinda Almanza (rosalinda.almanza@fuchs.com) will be more than happy to answer them!

Come be seen at FUCHS – join our team and move the world with us!
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