Lab Analyst I

Materion•Newton, MA

3d•$27 - $34

About The Position

At Materion, everyone is included, respected and offered opportunity to grow. Join us! OCCUPATION : Lab Analyst I DEPT . : Quality JOB PURPOSE AND REPORTING STRUCTURE: The Lab Analyst I performs sample preparation, performs analytical testing, and manages data in support of Materion's requirements for customers and the ISO 17025 management system . The Lab Analyst I reports to the Senior Analytical Chemist or Analytical Lab Supervisor as appropri ate , with d otted line responsibility to the department lead . ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Work with La b Analyst II , Sr Lab Analyst, and the department lead to receive training, use the QMS software to access and acknowledge training documents and work instructions. Provide some basic/intermediate training to other lab personnel on analytical methods and practices when . Comply with all procedures and good laboratory practices. Follow standard procedures regarding sample preparation prior to instrumental analysis; this entails using rolling and cutting equipment, very accurate weighing of samples, hot plate acid digestion of samples, and accurate dilutions among other common laboratory procedures; attention to detail is a key requirement. Perform testing and data recording for provided samples using the following techniques (not necessarily a complete listing): ICP-OES Metallography GDMS Tensile Testing IGA (LECO) Tap Density Hardness Testing SEM/EDX (and Image Analysis) Perform basic cleaning and maintenance of equipment. Maintain a safe, clean work environment, including the handling and movement of bulk acids. Participate in lab projects, including process improvement projects and safety projects. Proficient in the use of advanced Excel functions, LIMS (including maintenance of functions related to daily operations), SAP and other standard office software . QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed on the next page are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability . Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Preference will be given to candidates with a two- or four-year degree (preferably in a STEM field ) . High school diploma, technical school, or GED at a minimum, coupled with 2 or more years of relevant analytic al experience . TECHNICAL SKILLS: The individual must be able to perform the following: Basic mathematical calculations R ead basic customer specifications U nderstand ASTM standards with guidance Follow directions to fulfill requirements for ISO 17025 accreditation LANGUAGE SKILLS: As this role requires effective communication with other e mployees and the comprehension of customer specifications and other technical documents, the individual must be very proficient in speaking and writ ing the English language . REASONING ABILITY: Sound decision making skills are a pre-requisite . Also, the individual must be able to take decisive action based on limited input and also determine when a decision requires supervisory input. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle or touch objects, tools or controls; and talk or hear. The employee must occasi onally lift and/or move up to 4 0 pounds . The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel and crouch. Specific visions abilities required by this job include close vision . Good manual dexterity is for the completion of precise and accurate tasks in a repeatable fashion. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to low c oncentrations of fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals . All such exposures are customarily within limits established by federal and state regulatory bodies . The noise level in the work environment is usually low . Use of PPE is required to perform certain job functions . The above statement reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation.

Requirements

Basic mathematical calculations
R ead basic customer specifications
U nderstand ASTM standards with guidance
Follow directions to fulfill requirements for ISO 17025 accreditation
Very proficient in speaking and writ ing the English language
Sound decision making skills are a pre-requisite
Able to take decisive action based on limited input and also determine when a decision requires supervisory input
Good manual dexterity is for the completion of precise and accurate tasks in a repeatable fashion.

Nice To Haves

Preference will be given to candidates with a two- or four-year degree (preferably in a STEM field )

Responsibilities

Work with La b Analyst II , Sr Lab Analyst, and the department lead to receive training, use the QMS software to access and acknowledge training documents and work instructions.
Provide some basic/intermediate training to other lab personnel on analytical methods and practices when .
Comply with all procedures and good laboratory practices.
Follow standard procedures regarding sample preparation prior to instrumental analysis; this entails using rolling and cutting equipment, very accurate weighing of samples, hot plate acid digestion of samples, and accurate dilutions among other common laboratory procedures; attention to detail is a key requirement.
Perform testing and data recording for provided samples using the following techniques (not necessarily a complete listing): ICP-OES Metallography GDMS Tensile Testing IGA (LECO) Tap Density Hardness Testing SEM/EDX (and Image Analysis)
Perform basic cleaning and maintenance of equipment.
Maintain a safe, clean work environment, including the handling and movement of bulk acids.
Participate in lab projects, including process improvement projects and safety projects.
Proficient in the use of advanced Excel functions, LIMS (including maintenance of functions related to daily operations), SAP and other standard office software .

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