Chemical Technician Lead

Title: Chemical Technician Lead

Contract: 6 months (Potential Hire)

Pay Rate: $25/hour

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 1st Shift

Location: Westminster, CO 80021

The Chemical Technician Lead supports on-site chemical and inventory management operations within a production or warehouse environment. This role is responsible for maintaining proper chemical stock levels, ensuring safe handling procedures, supporting compliance with regulatory standards, and serving as a primary point of contact for site personnel. The position requires professionalism, strong communication skills, and a commitment to safety and quality.

• Manage chemical inventory, including monitoring bins, cabinets, and replenishment needs
• Perform inventory inspections, analysis, and documentation
• Conduct chemical sampling, compatibility reviews, and process tank additions per written procedures
• Coordinate chemical availability and deliveries
• Utilize scanners and inventory systems to process replenishment orders
• Receive, verify, stock, and level-load materials on the production floor
• Maintain cleanliness, labeling, and organization of storage areas
• Safely respond to hazardous material spills and releases using appropriate equipment
• Operate material-handling equipment (pallet jacks, forklifts, drum dollies) when certified
• Communicate quality issues, expediting needs, and inventory concerns to site leadership
• Support customer-specific requirements, including schedule flexibility and overtime as needed
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, RCRA, and site-specific safety regulations
• Attend required meetings and training sessions
• Travel between customer sites as required

• High School Diploma or GED required (college coursework preferred)
• 1–2 years of experience in inventory management, material handling, or production environments
• 1–2 years of chemical handling or chemical compatibility experience preferred
• HAZWOPER 40-hour certification required
• Experience with JIT, VMI, or 3PL operations (aerospace industry preferred)
• Strong data entry, documentation, and system skills (Excel, Outlook, inventory systems)
• Excellent communication skills with direct customer interaction experience
• Ability to wear required PPE (respirator, gloves, apron, face shield, etc.)
• Reliable transportation and approved driving record
• Flexibility to accommodate schedule changes based on operational needs