Chemical Wet Lab Tech - 1st Shift

TTM • Sterling, VA

9h • Onsite

About The Position

The Chemical Wet Lab Tech works in a high-production manufacturing environment, obtaining and analyzing chemical samples, adjusting chemical baths, mixing new baths according to formulas, and draining chemicals in accordance with environmental and hazardous-waste standards. The role includes maintaining hardcopy and electronic chemical records. Extensive training is provided for safe and correct chemical handling and analysis. The position involves exposure to chemicals and hazardous materials; the employee receives personal protective equipment (PPE) and must follow all safety protocols and participate in chemical-handling and ongoing safety training. Training takes place on first shift, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., for approximately two months before moving to the hired shift. The listed shift is first shift, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail and ability to understand standard chemical formulas.
• Experience operating standard laboratory equipment or ability to learn.
• General computer skills and comfort entering data into electronic systems.
• Ability to lift and pull up to 50 pounds without strain, retrieve materials from shelving, and use a hand truck to move large chemical barrels.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently and follow the departmental chemical processing schedule.
• Ability to consistently meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English to the degree necessary to perform the job.
• Must comply with export-control policies and applicable laws, including ITAR, EAR, and OFAC requirements.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Associate degree strongly preferred.
• One to three years of chemical-handling or manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain chemical samples from the manufacturing floor according to daily and weekly processing schedules.
• Analyze chemical samples using laboratory equipment, including burettes, pipettes, pH/ion meters, an atomic absorption spectrophotometer, a laboratory balance, hydrometers, hull cells, and CVS.
• Maintain hardcopy laboratory records and enter data into the TruChem electronic system.
• Adjust chemical baths to maintain proper formulary standards.
• Drain chemical baths and coordinate with the waste treatment department for correct disposal.
• Obtain chemicals from storage to mix new chemical baths.
• Follow safety training and procedures, including requirements for PPE, chemical handling, and hazardous waste.
• Immediately report accidents, near misses, and safety concerns.
• Comply with TTM export-control policies and applicable laws, including ITAR, EAR, and OFAC requirements.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance, including short-term and long-term disability.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Retirement savings options, including a 401(k).
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• Accident benefits.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Possible annual or quarterly company bonus, depending on position assignment.
• Possible shift premium for positions hired on an alternative shift, depending on assigned shift and location.

What This Job Offers

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