Scientist II, Production Analytical Chemist (2nd Shift)
About The Position
Entegris is seeking a Scientist II, Production Analytical Chemist for its Burnet, Texas site. The role analyzes and characterizes materials used in semiconductor devices and supports chemical manufacturing. The successful candidate will apply analytical chemistry expertise to troubleshoot, develop, and optimize methods for routine and non-routine quality-control analysis, supporting Manufacturing and Engineering teams. The work involves complex sample matrices and offers opportunities to expand technical capabilities as part of a growing organization. The position works four 10-hour shifts, Wednesday through Saturday, on the second shift from 2 p.m. to midnight. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to a strong safety and quality culture, produce reliable trace-level data, support continuous improvement and method development, and serve as an analytical subject matter expert on cross-functional teams.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biology, or a relevant area of study.
- Knowledge of analytical chemistry and techniques for characterizing complex mixtures.
- Knowledge and demonstration of safe chemical handling and disposal, and ability to maintain a clean and safe workspace.
- Proven ability to complete laboratory work safely, correctly, efficiently, timely, and independently.
- Ability to multitask and balance independent work, teamwork, and time effectively.
- Meticulous attention to detail and organization.
- Strong dexterity and eye-hand coordination, and ability to safely perform routine repetitive motions.
- Advanced mechanical inclination and experience operating electrical and non-electrical laboratory equipment.
Nice To Haves
- At least 2 years of experience operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining analytical instrumentation, including LC, LC-MS, IC, IC-MS, GC, GC-MS, ICP-MS, and ICP-OES.
- ICP-MS, trace metals, and cleanroom experience are strongly preferred.
- Advanced computer knowledge, including MS Office.
- LIMS experience.
- Expand personal job knowledge through educational opportunities, special project teams, and technical publications.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate leadership in maintaining a safety and quality culture.
- Prepare and conduct chemical and/or physical analyses on routine and non-routine samples according to work instructions, using analytical instruments.
- Document, process, transfer, and review analytical data for completion, conformity, traceability, and validity; support production and internal and external customer needs; and take corrective action when necessary.
- Maintain instrumentation, tools, chemicals, and consumables required for product testing.
- Troubleshoot instruments and resolve hardware or software issues.
- Verify sample efficacy and ensure samples and chemicals are properly stored or disposed of.
- Propose, lead, or support initiatives to continuously improve testing methods and practices.
- Maintain laboratory housekeeping and cleanliness to support high-quality trace-level data.
- Compile and present data and presentations for continuous improvement, method development and validation, and other projects.
- Work on cross-functional teams as the analytical subject matter expert.
- Train personnel to analyze samples or perform other laboratory tasks.
Benefits
- Generous 401(k) plan with an employer match.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance packages.
- Flexible work schedule.
- 11 paid holidays per year.
- Paid time off.
- Education assistance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
