Lab Technician

Johnson Matthey•Devon, PA

47d•Onsite

About The Position

World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net-zero! As a Lab Technician you’ll contribute to JM’s mission as a world leader in sustainable technology, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future. To carry out the analysis of raw materials, washcoats, impregnation solutions, and finished catalysts in accordance with the best laboratory practices as defined in ISO/IEC 17025. As a Lab Technician, you will help drive our goals by: Good laboratory and measurement practices according to ISO/IEC 17025, including the ISO/TS 16949 quality standard. Sample preparation (raw materials, in-process, and finished catalysts) on all submitted samples (CSF, Flow-through and various technology sources) for chemical and physical measurements. To be competent in the use of all sample preparation and instrumental techniques (including LECO Solids; ICP-OES; Particle size distribution; PGM dispersion (chemisorption); Coefficient of Thermal Expansion; Thermo-Gravimetric Analysis, Porosity; Surface Area; and X-Ray Fluorescence). Ensure that all data relating to laboratory samples are accurately entered into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). This also includes the export of all essential information associated with all laboratory testing. Write clear and concise procedures within the QC Laboratories. Ensure that all Health and Safety/environmental procedures and regulations are strictly adhered to (PPE, etc). Incident reports to be raised for any accident, including any near miss occurrences. Assist in maintaining good House Keeping practices and aim to achieving a target of zero accidents. Fully participate in LEAN deployment on site including 5S, SPs, CIS and Kaizen in order to help develop and sustain a LEAN environment. Preparation of ICP calibration standards with independent verification before releasing them to routine use. Demonstrate the ability to distinguish between good and bad data. Demonstrate on continual basis, the knowledge and practical skills of how to calibrate and maintain the instruments used in the Laboratory. To take on any other duties which are within the employee’s skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed. To perform activities according the established EHS system and to suggest improvements of the same. To promote, establish and maintain collaborative approach and communication with all employees within the plant. Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and the implementation of best practice principles, to enhance performance and operations.

Requirements

Competent in the use of all sample preparation and instrumental techniques (including LECO Solids; ICP-OES; Particle size distribution; PGM dispersion (chemisorption); Coefficient of Thermal Expansion; Thermo-Gravimetric Analysis, Porosity; Surface Area; and X-Ray Fluorescence).
Good working knowledge of analytical instrumental techniques used within the QC Labs.

Nice To Haves

B-Tech certificate or B.Sc professional qualification in chemistry or educated to “A” level standard with at least two years’ experience within a chemical industry desirable.
A detailed understanding of general wet chemical techniques for inorganic analysis desirable.
Awareness of ISO/IEC 17025 and IATF 16949 quality standards desirable.

Responsibilities

Carry out the analysis of raw materials, washcoats, impregnation solutions, and finished catalysts in accordance with the best laboratory practices as defined in ISO/IEC 17025.
Sample preparation (raw materials, in-process, and finished catalysts) on all submitted samples (CSF, Flow-through and various technology sources) for chemical and physical measurements.
Ensure that all data relating to laboratory samples are accurately entered into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
Write clear and concise procedures within the QC Laboratories.
Ensure that all Health and Safety/environmental procedures and regulations are strictly adhered to (PPE, etc).
Incident reports to be raised for any accident, including any near miss occurrences.
Assist in maintaining good House Keeping practices and aim to achieving a target of zero accidents.
Fully participate in LEAN deployment on site including 5S, SPs, CIS and Kaizen in order to help develop and sustain a LEAN environment.
Preparation of ICP calibration standards with independent verification before releasing them to routine use.
Demonstrate the ability to distinguish between good and bad data.
Demonstrate on continual basis, the knowledge and practical skills of how to calibrate and maintain the instruments used in the Laboratory.
Take on any other duties which are within the employee’s skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed.
Perform activities according the established EHS system and to suggest improvements of the same.
Promote, establish and maintain collaborative approach and communication with all employees within the plant.
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and the implementation of best practice principles, to enhance performance and operations.

Benefits

Fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities salaries.
Hybrid and flexible working.
Retirement Savings (401K Match, plus an additional Employer Contribution).
20 days annual PTO (varies for shift- based roles).
Life and Disability Insurance.
Health Insurance (Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision).
Voluntary Benefits.
Wellbeing Programs and Incentives.
Tuition Assistance.
Parental Leave.