Chemical Maintenance - Production 1st Shift

The Lindgren Group•New Hope, MN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Avtec Finishing is seeking an experienced Chemical Maintenance Technician to join their team in New Hope, Minnesota. This is a full-time, 1st shift position responsible for maintaining production chemistry, filtration systems, and chemical support processes within a metal finishing operation. This role is critical for ensuring product quality, production efficiency, employee safety, and environmental compliance. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, mechanically inclined, comfortable with industrial chemicals, and looking for a long-term technical career. The position involves working closely with the Chemical Lab Manager and production departments to keep chemical processes within specification, prevent downtime, and ensure adherence to company and environmental requirements.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
At least two years of experience in manufacturing, industrial chemicals, process chemistry, wastewater treatment, laboratory operations, chemical maintenance, or a related industrial environment.
Strong math and measurement skills.
Ability to follow chemical formulas, written procedures, and detailed work instructions.
Ability to troubleshoot chemical process and equipment concerns.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
Ability to accurately complete logs, inventories, and technical documentation.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Dependable attendance.
Ability to safely perform work in an industrial chemical environment.
Must be a U.S. citizen or otherwise authorized to work in the United States, as required for certain customer and government-related work.

Nice To Haves

Technical education, coursework, or certification in chemistry, chemical processing, wastewater treatment, environmental science, industrial maintenance, or a related field.
Experience with plating or metal finishing chemistry.
Experience with industrial filtration systems and chemical pumps.
Working knowledge of wastewater treatment or hazardous waste operations.
HAZWOPER training.
DOT Hazardous Materials training.
Forklift certification.
CEF or NASF certification.
Experience reading production specifications, technical procedures, and chemical documentation.

Responsibilities

Maintain production chemistry by completing chemical additions, solution make-ups, adjustments, and maintenance as directed by the Chemical Lab Manager.
Perform batch treatments and production tank change-outs.
Maintain chemical filtration systems throughout the production facility.
Monitor chemical systems and help identify process conditions that may affect production or product quality.
Perform weekly and monthly chemical inventories.
Maintain chemical maintenance equipment in proper working condition.
Receive, store, label, and handle incoming chemicals according to established procedures.
Maintain clean, organized, and compliant chemical storage and maintenance areas.
Complete required records, logs, inventories, and production documentation.
Follow all safety procedures, personal protective equipment requirements, and environmental regulations.
Cross-train in hazardous waste and wastewater treatment operations.
Provide department coverage as needed.
Assist with troubleshooting and continuous improvement activities.
Communicate chemical or equipment concerns before they cause production delays.
Perform other duties as assigned.