Operator II, Chemical Stripping

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Under the direction of the Chemical Stripping Supervisor, the Chemical Stripping Operator is responsible for the mechanical and chemical removal of metals process and the reconditioning and packaging of parts.

• Mechanically and chemically remove metals from PVD shield components using appropriate chemical solutions.
• After removal of metals from PVD shield components, clean, inspect, and package components per operating procedures.
• Operate and Maintain high pressure sandblasters
• Perform calculations to determine the amount of metals recovered from customer materials. Maintain monthly logs tracking production totals.
• Maintain and operate metals recovery system.
• Maintain and operate cyanide destruct unit, including bringing in chemicals and calibration of meters.
• Process Silver Nitrate through the Sodium Formate precipitation process
• Perform Waste Water Treatment Processes per approved SOP
• Ability to process PVD shield components in various acids and bases for hours at a time.
• Adhere to Clean Room regulations and follow all procedures throughout the day.
• Notify appropriate people of low quality parts.
• Verify the accuracy of the label.
• Accurately count, weigh, record information while carefully placing product into bags.
• Perform Daily particle measurements in the clean room.
• Must be able to read and interpret specifications and part drawings
• Must follow strict operating and safety procedures. Must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment.
• Maintain superior housekeeping in stripping and chemical areas. Ensure proper location of chemicals.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and move full 55 gallon drums of chemicals.
• Serves on the Emergency Response Team.

Requires the use of safety glasses, respirator, safety shoes, and protective clothing such uniforms or lab coats. Other, more specialized protective gear may be required occasionally.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Forty hour Hazwoper Certification preferred.

• Background in chemical processing.
• High school chemistry or equivalent on the job experience.
• Knowledge of safe chemical handling and storage. Because of the possibility of dangerous reactions with hazardous substances, six months of experience in chemical process is desired.
• Must complete company safety training program.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as shop orders, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write standard documentation. Ability to communicate with other employees to share information and solve problems.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, percent and conversion of measurement units.

Must be very alert. Able to accurately calculate the precious metal content of solutions and account for customers precious metals.

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 stand and use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls.

The employee frequently is required to walk, climb or balance, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and reach above shoulders. The employee must be able to move 55 gallon 600-700 pound drums using a hand cart.

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. In constant contact with hazardous chemicals including acids, especially cyanide. Must regularly wear personal protective equipment including respiratory protection. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Materion Corporation and its subsidiaries (the “Company”) is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to not unlawfully discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic…