Associate Chemist 2nd Shift

We are seeking a detailoriented and proactive Associate Chemist to join our dynamic (and fast pace) team. This position plays a key role in supporting the preparation testing and analysis of metallic materials in accordance with industry standards such as ASTM and NADCAP.

At Element our shared purpose of Making tomorrow safer than today is what brings us together. We are energized by our ambition to make the world a better place and create a safer future for people. This is what sets us (and you if you join us) apart from the crowd.

Salary: $24 $27/hour (Depending On Experience) $1.00 Shift Differential

Shift: 12:309:00pm

• Prepare and test metallic specimens for both gas lab and xray lab.
• Execute established lab procedures and testing sequences; calibrate instruments according to defined protocols.
• Apply knowledge of ASTM and NADCAP specifications to ensure compliance during testing.
• Responsible (with colleagues) to calibrate instruments and other test equipment.
• Conduct preventative maintenance of equipment and inspection of components for defects.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot basic equipment issues to minimize downtime.
• Support documentation efforts by revising and reviewing test procedures as needed.
• Adjust and finetune equipment for specific alloy requirements in the PCC service center (customer).

• Utilize Excel and Word to record analyze and report lab data effectively.

• Maintain detailed and accurate entries in required logbooks.

• Work closely with team members and quality personnel to ensure reliable and timely test results

This is a fastpaced environment and we need someone who is proactive selfmotivated and a team player. The person for this role will be a specialist in their field respected by all who they work with keen to learn and enthusiastic in the face of challenge. You will need:

• Associates Degree in a science discipline (Bachelors is a plus)
• 1 year of experience in a chemistry testing lab or in a related field

• Strong ability to read interpret and apply technical documentation (Standard Operating Procedures or lab procedures)

• Problemsolving skills and the ability to troubleshoot issues independently

• Comfort with mathematics and algebraic formulas used in testing and calculations (rounding rules)

• Effective verbal and written communication skills

• A collaborative attitude and proven ability to work in a team environment

• A demonstrated sense of urgency commitment to quality and professionalism in customerfocused settings

Work Environment:

• Working with a variety of metals such as stainless steel titanium aluminum and nickelbased alloys

• Handling chemicals and test samples using analytical instruments like ICPOES AAS titrators and XRF

• Operating in lab and industrial settings often requiring standing for extended periods

• Regular use of PPE including lab coats gloves and safety glasses

• Exposure to furnaces fume hoods and other lab equipment

• Occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs

• Close collaboration with metallurgy and quality control teams

• A culture that values safety learning innovation and continuous improvement

Element is one of the fastest growing testing inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to Make tomorrow safer than today.

When failure in use is not an option we help customers make certain that their products materials processes and services are safe compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D through complex regulatory approvals and into production our global laboratory network of scientists engineers and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality sustainable outcomes and market access.

While we are proud of our global reach working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.

Industries across the world depend on our care attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.

At Element we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming the worlds most trusted testing partner.

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age disability ethnic origin gender marital status race religion responsibility of dependents sexual orientation or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 601.35(c)

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