Manufacturing Quality Technician; 2nd Shift

2025 Chemical Analysis – Metals & Separation Technical Associate - Research & Development

Job Description:

The candidate will assume a variety of responsibilities in support of the elemental analysis (ICP/ICPMS) and separation MS (GPC/GC/LC/IC) groups within DuPont Analytical Sciences Laboratories located in Experimental Stations, Wilmington, DE. The candidate will work under the direction of technical staff to provide analytical support for R&D, TS&D and Manufacturing as needed.

Key job responsibilities include:

• Preparation of samples, reagents and standards for elemental analysis (ICP/ICPMS) and separation MS (GPC/GC/LC/IC), following a standard procedure (wet chemistry, microwave digestion)
• Data acquisition and assessing basic data quality
• Perform routine instrument (ICP/GPC/GC/LC in particular) operation and maintenance
• Dispose of lab waste and other lab maintenance following a set protocol
• Cleaning and restocking lab areas as needed
• Purchases routine lab supplies and reagents
• Retrieve, move and connect/disconnect cylinders for the purpose of analysis
• Work safely at all times and ensure a safety culture and a safe working environment in the laboratory.

Skills in sample preparation and experience with a variety of lab equipment in a chemical laboratory setting are highly desirable. Hands-on experience with common Elemental Analysis sample preparation methods such as acid digestion including use of HF and open/closed vessel microwave-assisted digestions. Fluent in Microsoft Office software. Prior experience in ICP/ICPMS and GPC/LC/GC/MS is highly preferred but is not a requirement.

Prior experience in industrial analytical lab is a plus. An ability to work well with other people under tight timelines and conflicting priorities is critical.

B.S. in chemistry, materials science, physics, or engineering or demonstration of equivalent knowledge acquired in on-the-job training.

Length of assignment: annual renew
Work hours/days: 40 hours/week