Chemist

Penn United Technologies • Sarver, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Chemist Penn United Technologies, Inc. has an excellent opportunity for a full-time Chemist in our growing Electroplating facility. This person will be an integral member of our busy chemistry lab, with primary responsibilities to sample, analyze and document plating bath chemistry. This position currently requires the ability to rotate between daylight, afternoon, and midnight shifts on a weekly basis.

Requirements

• Associates degree in Chemistry or equivalent experience
• Previous experience working with analytical equipment
• Strong organizational skills
• Self-motivated
• Must be able to work daylight, afternoon and midnight shifts.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of electroplating technology preferred

Responsibilities

• Analyze plating bath chemistry for various elements, using various testing and analysis methods
• Monitor the variability of bath parameters & establish & modify control procedures
• Perform daily & weekly bath analyses on nickel, gold, copper, tin/lead and acids and cleaners
• Establish sampling plans for in-house material analysis to maintain statistical control and certifiability of coatings
• Troubleshoot chemical process control problems
• Test for concentrations using titration and Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectrometer (ICP-OES), run hull cell panels on baths and make chemical and additive additions based upon the results
• Perform daily bath analyses and usage analysis
• Maintain the records needed to confirm sound statistical control of plating chemistries, for current and prospective chemists
• Follow all safety and quality plans in accordance with company programs and policies
• Maintain records including production quantities
• Maintain all analytical equipment in the lab as well as maintain chemical & equipment supplies

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Competitive starting wage
• Opportunity for two pay increases in the first year
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Coverage beginning on your first day
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Hearing Aid Coverage
• ESOP: 5% company-paid contribution to Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401(k): 3% company-paid contribution
• 401(k): 50% company match up to the first 6% you contribute
• Monthly Profit-Sharing Program
• 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) during your first year
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability (after 90 days)
• Long-Term Disability (after 6 months)
• Voluntary Benefits Package
• Shift differential
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Reimbursement
• Years of Service Recognition Awards
• Temperature-controlled facilities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree