Lab Technician

Position Description

Job Summary

JOB SUMMARY: Performs daily chemical checks, bath "analysis" (titrations) to maintain accurate parameters on all plating and pretreatment baths.

Maintains a schedule of chemical change-out. Perform plating tests and troubleshoots plating problems. Maintains records of maintenance, tank cleaning, and chemical make-up of raw materials. JOB RESPONSIBILITY: ØPerform daily chemical check and bath "analysis" titrations on all plating and pretreatment baths to ISO requirements. ØMakes addition of chemical components as required to meet specifications ØPerforms several plating tests and trouble shoot plating problems ØMaintains a schedule of chemical change-out, including tank pump-out and chemical make-up ØMaintains a record of maintenance, tank cleaning, dummy plating, and carbon treatment of plaiting medium ØMaintains an accurate inventory of freshly prepared electrolyte for back up and emergency use ØMaintain accurate records and logs of processes, materials and results. ØAssure tools and machines are maintained in clean and proper condition for usage. ØFollow all safety procedures, including wearing of required protective equipment.

Required Qualifications

JOB SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS: This position requires an individual who is flexible and a team player.

The applicant must be able to work with deadlines and production schedules to assure a quality product is delivered on time to the customers. A High School diploma or its equivalency is required, technical school training, apprenticeship program or equivalent. In addition, candidate must have the ability to read and interpret chemical and quality specifications.

Skill in the wet chemical testing common to the trade and knowledge and skill in use and operation of plating equipment and statistical processes. Adherence to Quality Policy and Standard Operating Procedures and knowledge of those procedures will be a part of the daily process. Must be motivated, focused, and clear thinking. Ability to work safely and utilize good housekeeping is mandatory.

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.