Chemistry Technician II

Entegris • Danbury, CT

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Role: Our site in Danbury is seeking a Chemistry Technician to join our QC Analytics & Metrology team on 1st shift. This position is responsible for supporting manufacturing processes for ALD Coatings and the Specialty Gas business unit of the Material Solutions division. The ideal candidate will be diligent, results-oriented and an excellent team player, with knowledge in safe lab practices. What You’ll Do: The role will primarily involve operation of several gas phase analytical techniques including FTIR, CRDS, GC-DID, GC-PDHID, and GC-TCD and some physical testing including XRF, Ellipsometer and nano indentation for ALD Coatings. Safely perform routine lab testing to support existing products, new product development and customer requests in a timely manner. Handle gas cylinders, operate gas manifolds and analytical instruments, report results and recognize issues as they arise. Participate in MSA studies for detection limits, accuracy, precision and stability for analytical methods. Set up and execute experiments - analyze data and communicate results to the team. Maintain and support lab practices per relevant ISO 17025 and 9001 requirements. Maintain and troubleshoot instrumentation including GC, FTIR, CRDS, etc. Participate in Pre-Safety Start Up Reviews (PSSRs), Job Safety Assessments (JSAs) and Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEAs) of processes as needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience working with hazardous materials
• Team player attitude with a desire for excellence and continuous improvement
• Flexible - ability to rapidly respond to new situations and perform multiple tasks
• Self-starter and comfortable working independently
• Individual needs to be focused and pay special attention to details to ensure quality results
• Good communication and coordination abilities
• Demonstrated ability to work on multiple tasks/projects in parallel
• Ability to complete lab work safely
• Ability to learn and become proficient at several analytical techniques

Nice To Haves

• B.S degree of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Material Science
• 1-3 years of experience in analytical instrument operation and data analysis
• Experience in method development
• Certifications or training in Six Sigma, Semi, ISO, etc
• Experience with safe handling of gas cylinders and operation of gas manifolds
• Experience with GC and FTIR

Responsibilities

• Operation of several gas phase analytical techniques including FTIR, CRDS, GC-DID, GC-PDHID, and GC-TCD
• Physical testing including XRF, Ellipsometer and nano indentation for ALD Coatings
• Safely perform routine lab testing to support existing products, new product development and customer requests in a timely manner
• Handle gas cylinders, operate gas manifolds and analytical instruments, report results and recognize issues as they arise
• Participate in MSA studies for detection limits, accuracy, precision and stability for analytical methods
• Set up and execute experiments - analyze data and communicate results to the team
• Maintain and support lab practices per relevant ISO 17025 and 9001 requirements
• Maintain and troubleshoot instrumentation including GC, FTIR, CRDS, etc.
• Participate in Pre-Safety Start Up Reviews (PSSRs), Job Safety Assessments (JSAs) and Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEAs) of processes as needed

Benefits

• Annual bonus eligibility
• Progressive paid time off policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge
• Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match with no delayed vesting
• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs
• Education assistance to support your learning journey
• A values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence

What This Job Offers

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