Chemical Processor

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary: Prepares and uses chemicals, related products, and equipment, working with chemists and chemical engineers. Performs research, development, testing, and other laboratory work. Assembles and operates new equipment to develop new products, monitors quality, and develops new techniques. Uses principles and theories of science to solve technical problems. Work is more limited in scope and more practically oriented than that of scientists. Conducts standard chemical and physical tests of solid materials, liquids, and gases, and analyzes test data for variety of purposes, such as research, product development, quality control, criminal investigation, and establishing standards. Performs quantitative and qualitative analyses to determine chemical and physical properties of experimental and developmental materials. Sets up equipment and instrumentation required for tests, research, or process control. Tests and analyzes products to determine strength, stability, purity, chemical content, and other characteristics. Tests and analyzes materials and substances, such as ores, minerals, gases, soil, water, and pollutants. Documents results of tests and analyses. May prepare chemical solutions for use in processing materials, following standardized formulas or experimental procedures. May test and analyze radioactive and biological materials, applying knowledge of radiochemical procedures, emission spectrometry, and related techniques.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Rack parts as assigned for Alodine, Anodize, or Hard Metals

• Run solvent tests

• Alodine parts per customer specifications

• Anodize parts per customer specifications

• Run Hard Metals per customer specifications

• Etch parts for dye per customer specifications

• Determine when part is properly plated (scaling, rainbow effects, etc.)

• Run required tests (solution tests, test coupons), daily etch rates

• Verify part and part quantity to shop router and engineer drawing

• Track and process job orders daily on the schedule report list

• Complete quality documentation

• Maintain a clean and orderly work area

• Complete all required training and any additional training required by supervisors

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Experience and Education:

• 3-4 years of relevant experience

• High school degree or equivalent

• Technical Skills:

• Excellent attention to detail

• Understand chemical mixing and disposal

• Working knowledge of customer specifications and requirements

• Basic computer skills

• Problem solving abilities

• Ability to use calipers, micrometers, etc.

• Mastery of basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and fractions)

• Strong teamwork and communication skills to get along with co-workers and be a team player

• Understand and obey safety requirements

• Commitment to keep work area clean and free of debris

• Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50lbs

• Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

• Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel, as well as reach with hands and arms for extended periods of time

• Capable of standing for long periods

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.  

Travel Required: N/A

Note: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess the skills, aptitude, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety to themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship.

Affirmative Action/Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: ALIGN PRECISION is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We are committed to creating a workplace where all qualified individuals are welcome and can thrive, regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristics protected by law.