Lab Technician - Tualatin, OR

The primary function of this position will be to collectsamples for analysis using gas cabinets and fume hoods. In addition, simple wetchemistry tests will also be required. Additionally, the successful candidate may need to assist with sample analysis of other products as necessary. Operate and maintain sophisticated gas equipment and analyticalinstrumentation
- Design, develop, and carry out new analyticalprocesses.

Some of the chemicals involved are hazardous in nature. The position involves collecting samples from gas cylinders and preparing them for analysis and then analyzing the samples using various techniques. Basic computer software skills such as Microsoft Office platforms including Outlook email is necessary. Prior experience in a chemistry lab setting is a plus for this position. This position will report to the lab manager or supervisor

• Collecting samples from gas cylinders
• Cleaning laboratory labware
• Performing some wet chemistry tests
• Making mechanical connections such as VCR, Swagelok, and NPTfittings
• Leak checking of equipment to ensure gas tight connections
• Use of basic computer software (Microsoft e-mail, word processing,and MS Excel)
• Handling flammable liquids, acidic and caustic solutions and materials.
• Handling and transporting pressurized gas cylinders
• Previous experience and familiar with PPE used in handling chemicals
• Accurate, legible documentation and recording of all required labdata
• Conducting analytical tests using a variety of instruments
• Develop and assist in developing analytical instruments and methods
• Additional duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards

BS Chemical Engineering or Chemistry Required

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a relevant field involving the construction of gas manifolds and the hands-on use of specialty gases preferred.

Pay Rate: $30.00 to $32.00 per hour DOE.

• Direct experience with safely handling,delivering, analyzing, processing and/or abating reactive or corrosive gasesused in synthesis, purification or related areas and can quickly becomeself-sufficient and productive.
• Ideally prior experience with designing gashandling manifolds to conduct new analytical methodology.
• Experience inmetals analysis of products using ICP-MS, with knowledge and experience ofdiverse product sampling methods for such analyses.
• Familiarity with gashandling equipment including mass flow controllers, pressure controllers and regulators, various line valves, pressure transducers, pressure relief systems,restrictive flow orifices, thermocouples and temperature control equipment.
• Ideally experience with micro-contamination, ultra-high purity systems and environments, i.e. use of clean rooms, particle and hydrocarbon exposureprevention.
• Analytical experience to measure trace impurities in gases usingFTIR spectroscopy, GC, GC/MS, GC-ICP-MS, APIMS, RGA, CRDS and other moistureanalysis methods, Particle measurement, TGA.
• Proficiency in Microsoftprograms and ideally experience with Lab View, Themo Omnic/MKS MG2000/Vista FTIRsoftware, MKS Process eye RGA software, GC data handling software, controlssoftware etc.

• Stationary Position
  - Rarely
• Move/Traverse
  - Occasionally
• Stationary Position/Seated
  - Occasionally
• Transport/Lifting
  - Occasionally
• Transport/Carrying
  - Occasionally
• Exerting Force/Pushing
  - Occasionally
• Exerting Force/Pulling
  - Occasionally
• Ascend/Descend
  - Occasionally
• Balancing
  - Occasionally
• Position Self/Stooping
  - Occasionally
• Position Self/Kneeling
  - Occasionally
• Position Self/Crouching
  - Occasionally
• Position Self/Crawling
  - Occasionally
• Reaching
  - Occasionally
• Handling
  - Occasionally Grasping
  - Occasionally
• Feeling
  - Occasionally
• Communicate/Talking
  - Occasionally
• Communicate/Hearing
  - Occasionally
• Repetitive Motions
  - Occasionally
• Coordination
  - Occasionally

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth under EEOC.. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. EOE AAM/F/VET/Disability