Analytical Chemistry Lab Tech I

Siltronic•Portland, OR

About The Position

Siltronic is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of highly specialized hyper pure silicon wafers. Being an international market player, we serve the semiconductor industry worldwide and partner with many leading chip manufacturers. Our global production network in Asia, Europe, and the USA includes today’s most advanced plants for 200mm and 300mm wafers. We provide a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k matching, educational assistance, and a quarterly success sharing bonus program. Seeking an Analytical Chemistry Lab Tech I - Night Shift (12-hour Pitman schedule starting at 6:45pm to 6:45am) In this position, you select the appropriate programs and procedures for routine analytical work, determine whether equipment issues can be resolved through simple repairs or need to be escalated to technical staff, and remain vigilant in identifying safety hazards and notifying the proper personnel. You manage and prioritize daily tasks according to company needs, interpret test results to keep production informed of any issues, and serve as the primary point of contact between the laboratory and manufacturing during weekends and holidays to ensure consistent communication and workflow

Requirements

Requires a High School diploma or GED, along with one to two years of experience working in a laboratory or a related industry
Candidates should be proficient with word processing, spreadsheet, and database software, and possess a solid understanding of basic mathematics and the chemicals commonly used in laboratory environments
Applicants should have good mechanical aptitude to support equipment operation and maintenance
Strong verbal and written English skills are essential
Travel may be required for training
Ability to sit / stand / walk / bend / twist / crouch / kneel / climb as required for various periods of time
Ability to lift/carry / push/pull up to 40 pounds
Required to reach, and to manipulate using hands and fingers
Ability to work in a Class 100 cleanroom environment
Frequently required to wear cleanroom attire, personal protective equipment and/or breathing devices for long periods of time
Ability to use office equipment, phones, laptop effectively for various amounts of time throughout the day

Nice To Haves

Experience operating and maintaining analytical instruments—such as GFAAS, IC, ICPâMS, UV/Vis, or FTIR—is preferred, as is familiarity with SPC control charting

Responsibilities

Operation, maintenance and performance of SPC for one major analytical instrument (GFAAS, IC, ICP-MS, FTIR, UV/Vis)
Perform routine sample preparation and analysis
Log-in, organize and check samples on a daily basis, informing engineer or chemist of problems
Compile data & calculate results for analysis of routine samples
Update databases with routine monitoring results
Prepare solutions and analytical supplies for routine tests
Document and report all work in notebooks
Determine if problem with instrumentation – refer to level II or III Technician or Chemist
Order supplies from warehouse and from outside vendors
Recommend changes that would improve safety and performance
Work safely with hazardous chemicals
Work with extreme care in sample analysis to avoid contamination
Accept direction willingly from chemists and lab supervisor
Communicate results of analysis to internal customers
Attend technical seminars
Responsible for understanding the hazards in the workplace, including hazardous waste handling and awareness
Required to remain up to date on applicable trainings