Chemical Laboratory Technician - 2nd shift

TTM Technologies • Santa Ana, CA

2d

About The Position

TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology products, including mission systems, radio frequency (“RF”) components, RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and technologically advanced printed circuit boards (“PCB”s). TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how TTM's time-critical, one-stop design, engineering and manufacturing services enable customers to reduce the time required to develop new products and bring them to market. The Chemical Laboratory Technician must be able to perform all lab analysis using burettes, pipettes, pH/ion meters, atomic absorption spectrophotometer, laboratory balance, hydrometers, hull cells, CVS, and all other lab related equipment. Will perform all lab analysis and special tests for reporting to Plating Managers and Process Engineers. Will be exposed to hazardous waste while performing daily job duties. Technicians will undergo Chemical Handling training prior to the start of performing these duties and will actively participate in ongoing hazardous waste and chemical handling training. Microsection area Lab Technician is responsible to analyze cross-section specimens to determine reliability status of production F/A.

Requirements

• Ability to read, write and communicate in English to the degree necessary to perform the job
• Excellent knowledge of process chemistry
• Excellent attention to details
• Able to lift 50 pounds
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years’ experience in the Wet Process department or related chemical environment

Responsibilities

• Perform all lab analysis and special tests of chemicals used in the wet process areas
• Accurately report chemical analysis and tests to Plating Managers and Process Engineers
• Make all chemical additions and bath make-ups
• Complete all internal departmental documentation accurately
• Keep accurate up to date records regarding current baths on production floor
• Troubleshoot and perform maintenance on most lab equipment, chemical controllers, pumps, and other lab related equipment
• Interacts with vendors and visitors
• Perform lab inventory and identify chemicals and equipment needed to order
• Assists in writing departmental instructions and procedures
• Ability to effectively run all equipment in department
• Follow all safety measures when handling chemicals and hazardous waste with regard to use, mixing and disposing chemicals
• Maintains a safe, neat and orderly work place
• Use all required Personal Protective Equipment
• Complete all internal departmental documentation accurately
• Evaluate cross section samples in accordance with customer requirements
• Prep micro section sample coupons including: cutting, mounting, grinding, polishing, specimens evaluation under the scope and generate lab report
• Must meet all department quality and throughput requirements as well as follow all company policies and procedures

Benefits

• TTM offers a variety of health and well-being benefit programs.
• Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, 401k, flexible spending and health savings accounts, accident benefits, life insurance, disability benefits, paid vacation & holidays.
• Benefits are available on the 1st of the month following date of hire.
• For some positions, only PTO and holiday benefits are offered.

What This Job Offers

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