Analytical Laboratory Technician

Job Purpose and Reporting Structure

At Materion, everyone is included, respected and offered opportunity to grow. Join us! The Lab Analyst I is responsible for performing analytical testing of inorganic materials and for managing data in support of Materion’s requirements for customers and the ISO 17025 management system. The Lab Analyst I reports to the Analytical Lab Manager.

• Follow standard procedures regarding sample preparation prior to instrumental analysis, including very accurate weighing of samples, hot plate acid digestion, and accurate dilutions. Attention to detail is a key requirement.
• Perform testing and data recording for provided samples using techniques such as ICP-OES, PSD, LECO O/N BET/SA, LECO C/S Classical Wet Chemistry, AAS, and DC Arc.
• Maintain open and active communication with managers regarding workflow, issues, and opportunities for improvement.
• Perform basic cleaning and maintenance of equipment.
• Provide training and guidance to other lab personnel on analytical methods and practices as necessary.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment, including the handling and movement of bulk acids.
• Comply with all procedures and good laboratory practices.

• High school diploma, technical school, or GED required at a minimum, coupled with 2 or more years of relevant analytical laboratory experience.
• Able to perform intermediate mathematical calculations.
• Basic understanding of ASTM standards and requirements for ISO 17025 accreditation.
• Proficient in the use of Excel functions, LIMS (including maintenance of functions related to daily operations), and other standard office software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

The selection of the person to be hired for this position is contingent on the candidate having export compliance eligibility for access to U.S. controlled technology under the licensing jurisdiction of the U.S. Department of State, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the U.S. Department of Commerce, Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The candidate must qualify as a U.S. citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, asylee or refugee, a citizen of a non‑prohibited country (via a letter of assurance), or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency.

Materion Corporation and its subsidiaries 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, sex, age, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.