Chemical Technician

Overview

Our Fortune 500 client (One of the world's companies) in Naperville, IL is looking for hardworking, motivated talent to join their innovative team. Are you a Chemical Technician with a passion for collaborating with multiple teams and an interest in working onsite? Don't wait... apply today!

Position Title:

Chemical Technician

Duration: 12+ months with high possibilities of extension

Location:

On-Site, Naperville IL 60563

Pay Rate: $23/hr on W2

Support Mining lab testing

• Work closely with scientists to support research projects related to the mining industry, including mineral scale control and mineral flotation
• Perform mineral precipitation tests by calculating and preparing dilutions, setting up and running reactions, and analyzing solutions using atomic absorption spectroscopy (AA)
• Prepare and analyze mineral samples by grinding ore, pressing pellets, performing gravimetric analysis, and running X-ray fluorescence (XRF)
• Communicate clearly with scientists to understand tasks for different projects, explain results, and plan work schedule
• Carefully follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for moderately complex but routine tasks and instrumentation
• Make observations while conducting lab work and report potential issues to scientists in a timely manner
• Prioritize safety by understanding lab protocols and proper waste disposal procedures
• Maintain clean and organized lab spaces and equipment, and restock supplies as needed
• Use Excel to tabulate, organize, and plot data and send reports to scientists

• At least one year of experience working in a chemistry or microbiology lab
• Detail-oriented with strong observational skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage their own experiment schedule
• Capable of multi-tasking and supporting multiple projects simultaneously
• Eagerness to learn new skills and flexibility to accommodate a dynamic lab environment

• Experience with method development/improving testing or experimental protocols
• Experience working directly with scientists in support of research projects
• Experience with one or more of the following analytical instruments or spectroscopy: XRF, XRD, ICP, IC, AA, IR/FTIR, UV/vis, turbidity, colorimetry, HPLC, GC, MS, NMR
• Experience performing one or more of the following wet chemical methods: titrations, acid digestion, gravimetry, chromatography, or electrochemistry

• This technician will work on multiple projects and with multiple scientists.
• A successful candidate will be comfortable multitasking and exhibit good time management to ensure work is completed by assigned deadlines.
• Communication and collaboration are critical skills.
• The individual must be comfortable asking questions and sharing observations / opinions.

• Associates Degree
• 1-2 years of experience (No recent grads--at least one year of experience in a lab, including Lab Technician or Research Assistant)
• Preferred: BS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Biology

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About Manpower Group, Parent Company of:
Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells

Manpower Group (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills.

Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 Manpower Group was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.