Chemical Technician

What To Expect

Chemical Technicians focus on research and experimental operations during their shift and provide data to Senior Operators and Supervisors. Candidates must have a strong workethic, be safety conscious, display attention to detail, be adaptable, have good communication skills and be able to work in a team-based environment. The successful candidate will safely and efficiently operate equipment necessary as a Chemical Operator.

This position is responsible for performing quality control testing, product packaging and loading/unloading finished goods and raw material.

• Conduct experiments in accordance with all safety, quality, and efficiency standards by following written and verbal work instructions
• Follow procedures to safely and efficiently operate equipment and instruments related to experimental Chemical Operations
• Use equipment and instrumentation to monitor pressure, temperature, chemical compositions, and other conditions
• Perform calibrations on equipment
• Data collection and data input
• Maintain clean and protected work areas
• Complete required preventive maintenance

• Proven ability to follow procedures
• Ability to adapt to changing demands and to react to verbal instructions
• Basic knowledge of controls equipment including flow meters, level sensors and pressure gauge
• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Material Science or equivalent experience
• Work experience in chemical labs, analysis labs, or chemical and metallurgical operations is an asset

• Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours a day
• Ability to perform repetitious duties, including stairs and standing for extended periods of time overvaried and uneven terrain
• Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 30lbs. and climb a 10" step and back down
• Frequently and repetitively, bend, lift, reach, stoop, lay, squat, kneel, crouch, twist, and crawl for extended periods of time
• Ability to find issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, or hearing
• Potential exposure to confined spaces and hazardous materials
• Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to safety glasses, safety shoes, bump caps, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines