Chemical Process Tech - Metals; WKD Shift

Job Location:

615 N. Fairview Rd.

- Zeeland, MI 49464, Position Type:
Full Time, Job Shift: Weekend shift, Job Category:
Manufacturing, As a Chemical Process Technician, you will set up and manufacture adhesives, primers, cleaners, paints and other coatings according to production needs and manufacturing instructions. Works with chemical engineers to conduct lab scale/pilot scale experiments to improve current chemical manufacturing processes and validate new chemical materials. Collect, organize and evaluate data using tools such as Microsoft Word and Excel spreadsheets to monitor or improve chemical manufacturing processes.

Assists in the development of manufacturing and experimental methods, may prepare technical reports summarizing findings and recommending solutions to technical problems.

*** SIGN ON BONUS***

$1200 FOR THIS ROLE ONLY.

$100 EVERY 30 DAYS YOU WORK UNTIL 1 YEAR ($1200).

Currently there is an opening for a Chemical Process Technician in our Metals division on the Weekend shift (Friday - Sunday 4:30a - 4:30p.)

• Manufacture adhesives, primers, cleaners, paints, coatings and chemical mixtures.
• Set up and operate manufacturing and laboratory equipment according to designated specifications.
• Prepare lab batches of adhesives, coatings, primers and cleaners for R & D evaluation.
• Conduct lab experiments under the direction of chemical engineers to optimize chemical processes and develop new chemical formulations.
• Execute basic analytical and characterization procedures such as percent solids, percent volatiles, viscosity, titrations, pH, etc.
• Prepare and test standard specimens for mechanical properties, e.g. lap shear, T-peel, peel strength for QC and R&D testing.
• Maintain accurate records including collection and entry of production and experimental data. Monitor results and recognize trends in data in order to make in-process adjustments according to process specifications and to make recommendations for process improvement.
• Calibrate pH and conductivity meters for Barriers etch tank.
• Work with chemical engineers to conduct lab scale/pilot scale experiments to characterize chemical products, validate new products and develop process specifications.
• Work with maintenance mechanics to resolve equipment maintenance issues and improve reliability.
• May prepare graphs and tables for data analysis.
• May operate Instron to test R&D test specimens for lap shear strength, peel strength, etc.
• Maintain proper inventory of all chemical mixtures.
• Maintain an inventory of supplies and orders as necessary.
• Maintain proper chemical labeling.
• Assist other departments as necessary
• Provide the customer with the best value including Cost, Quality and Delivery by being efficient, productive and careful.
• Participate in improving our product, processes, equipment and methods.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment at all times.
• Continually look for ways to improve job efficiency and performance.
• Perform all reasonably related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED
• Strong attention to detail
• Mechanically inclined
• Ability to work overtime

• Must be eligible to work on programs subject to ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations).

Plascore is an established global manufacturer of honeycomb core, composite structures, and clean rooms. Plascore's lightweight, industrial strength, honeycomb technology is utilized for a multitude of applications within the aerospace, automotive and marine industries. Plascore is an employee driven organization, fueled by professional teams with dedicated years of service to manufacturing.

• $1,200 Employee Referral Bonus, paid in monthly increments.
• Quarterly Bonus based on business unit metrics.

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, and Vision) with Flex Spending or Health Savings Accounts.
• Free high-deductible health plan for employee only coverage.
• New Hires are eligible for health insurance benefits on day one!
• Company provided short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program, including legal & professional counseling services.

• Paid and unpaid vacation totaling 6 weeks (years of service determines paid portion).
• 8-week paid sabbatical for every 10 years of service.
• Paid holidays.
• Parental Leave.

• 50% match up to 6% for all participating employees.

• Tuition Reimbursement for job-related and certificate programs.
• Dependent scholarship to…