Chemist

Senior plc•Burbank, CA

About The Position

Senior Aerospace SSP, a division of Senior plc, is seeking a Chemist to support its Cleanline chemical cleaning processes. The role requires general knowledge of processes including passivation, pickling, degreasing, and alkaline cleaning, as well as familiarity with applicable industry specifications. The Chemist establishes, formats, and analyzes systems data to support management and evaluate quality performance and compliance. Depending on expertise, the role may also assist with heat treating and other special processes. Under general supervision, the Chemist analyzes and periodically tests tank solutions, maintains solution chemistry within specification limits, audits chemical processing, writes and revises procedures, and trains and tests Cleanline-certified operators. The role also troubleshoots and improves operations, coordinates preventative maintenance and outside services, supports audits, and provides guidance to EHS when needed. Chemists are expected to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while following safety, quality, and company practices. The position is Monday through Friday on the first shift. The posting lists an annual target salary of $95,000 plus bonus, depending on experience. The compensation package includes benefits, wellness benefits, a matching 401(k) plan, and paid time off. Facility access is subject to ITAR and/or EAR trade compliance requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
Minimum of two years of related industry experience.
Overall knowledge of chemical processing, industry specifications, and types of equipment.
General knowledge of chemical cleaning processes such as passivation, pickling, degreasing, and alkaline cleaning, and familiarity with chemical-cleaning specifications.
Computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

Experience with AS9100, ISO 9001, or an equivalent quality management system.
Knowledge of TrueChem software.
HAZWOPER certification.
Experience working with heat treating of metals.
Internal Auditor certification.

Responsibilities

Analyze and periodically test various tank solutions.
Perform titration analyses and adjust tank solutions to maintain chemistry within required specification limits.
Audit chemical processing, including verifying solution temperature and chemical concentration through tank sampling and performing etch-rate tests on pickle tanks.
Write and revise procedures to optimize Cleanline processes.
Train Cleanline-certified operators and administer written and practical tests to maintain their certified status.
Evaluate and troubleshoot Cleanline operations to maximize efficiency.
Coordinate preventative maintenance activities and outside services.
Assist with customer, Nadcap, and other third-party audits involving Cleanline operations.
Provide guidance to the EHS Department when needed.
Conduct internal audits.
Follow Senior policies and procedures.
Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work area in accordance with safety standards and quality practices.
Assist with heat treating and other special processes as appropriate to expertise.
Perform other duties as assigned.