Chemical Lab Technician

Job Description

Chemical Lab Technician (Electroplating Operations)

Location: On-site
Shifts Available: 2nd Shift & 3rd Shift (15% shift differential)
Employment Type: 6-Month Contract-to-Hire

We are seeking a Chemical Lab Technician to support its chemistry lab and production plating operations on 2nd and 3rd shifts. This is a highly hands-on role responsible for testing, monitoring, and adjusting chemical plating baths to ensure consistent product quality and process stability.

Working under the direction of a Chemical Engineer and Lab Manager, this position plays a critical role in supporting production operators and maintaining plating chemistry within tight tolerances in a fast-paced, 24/7 manufacturing environment.

• Perform routine testing and analysis of chemical plating baths, including concentration checks and ICP analysis

• Monitor bath health and make chemical adjustments to maintain specifications

• Add chemicals to plating baths using drums and drum dollies in accordance with safety protocols

• Support production operators with chemistry-related questions and troubleshooting

• Collaborate with lab and engineering leadership to ensure process stability and consistency

• Use computer systems and statistical/monitoring software to track trends and chemistry levels

• Maintain accurate documentation and follow established operating procedures

• Reel-to-reel electroplating production lines

• Continuous chemical bath monitoring and adjustment

• Measurement and inspection to micro-level tolerances

• Windows-based systems with basic to intermediate computer usage

• Statistical or process-monitoring software

• Strong interest in chemistry with a hands-on, practical mindset

• No degree required; relevant experience or aptitude preferred

• Comfortable working directly with chemicals and production equipment

• Willingness to learn and train (approximately 6 months to full productivity)

• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions during off-shift hours

• Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy

• Open to coaching and capable of following detailed procedures

Experience with titrations or basic chemistry concepts is a plus but not required.

• Must follow all safety protocols when handling chemicals

• Safety systems and training are fully in place

• Background check required due to trust and security considerations

• Strong emphasis on integrity, accountability, and attention to detail

• 2nd Shift: 1 opening

• 3rd Shift: 1 opening

• Shift Differential: 15% pay increase for off shifts

• 24/7 operation

• One interview with the Lab Manager

• 6-month contract-to-hire opportunity

• Strong benefits package upon conversion (employee-paid benefits available)

• Low turnover and long-term career potential
  
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