Chemical Lab Analyst

Materion Corporation • Elmore, OH

8d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for analyzing, testing and inspecting material and recording results to ensure material specifications are met. You will have the opportunity to perform laboratory functions for daily production as well as R&D tasks, perform chemical analysis, and assist in other laboratory functions, such as sample preparation and other material processing operations as needed. You will also perform minor equipment preventative maintenance, provide process analysis in a group laboratory environment, and perform data entry of analysis results and maintain testing database(s). Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude, be highly analytical with acceptable writing and record-keeping skills.
• Must be computer literate and have excellent interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to work independently without direct supervision.
• Must be willing to work either 2nd or 3rd shifts.
• Must be willing to work overtime and / or twelve hour shifts as needed to provide additional lab coverage.
• Practical knowledge of PC functions (Excel and Word).

Nice To Haves

• College experience in relevant technical areas (mathematics, chemistry, material science, any engineering discipline) is helpful.
• Prior laboratory experience in chemical analysis, safe chemical handling, and general knowledge of laboratory procedures is a plus but is not required.
• Some exposure to ISO 17025 Quality System is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory functions for daily production as well as R&D tasks.
• Performs chemical analysis
• Assists in other laboratory functions, such as sample preparation and other material processing operations as needed.
• Performs minor equipment preventative maintenance, as needed.
• Provides process analysis in a group laboratory environment.
• Performs data entry of analysis results and maintains testing database(s).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED