Associate Analytical Technician

In this role you will support manufacturing operations by conducting laboratory analyses as needed which provide critical data. You will also prepare samples perform preventive maintenance of laboratory instrumentation and use data systems to acquire data. You will be reporting results to the client. This role requires established basic laboratory skills to perform a range of routine lab activities using existing standard operating procedures and/or analytical/ scientific methods.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic tests such as solids pH viscosity gel particle size residual monomer density etc. on all finished products according to test plan and established procedures.
• Perform all required tests on incoming or outgoing raw materials as defined by the current procedures such as testing by FTIR etc. according to requirements.
• Perform all miscellaneous tests such as Bacteria Analysis Kettle water White water Caustic Scrubber / Cleaning Tank Titration etc. according to requirements.
• Perform control charting functions in SAP for data based decision making.
• Document all test results as required by established procedures.
• Maintain laboratory equipment according to calibration procedures.
• Operate other test instruments as needed such as FTIR Headspace GC HPLC etc.
• Complete all COA requests as required.
• Release conforming material and initiate tagging for non-conforming material.
• Lab vacation / absentee coverage
• Perform lab housekeeping assignment. Maintain lab work area in a clean orderly condition.
• Maintain retain samples in an organized manner.
• Interact with other departments in a team approach.
• Attend and participate in scheduled safety meetings and other lab related training.
• Support plant safety initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory techniques (gravimetric volumetric and temperature measurements etc.).
• Willing and able to work a 12-hour rotating shift.
• Must be willing to work weekends and holidays if required.
• Must be willing to work overtime (extra hours beyond your regular scheduled) if required.
• A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.

Preferred Qualifications

• An Associates degree or higher in Chemistry or related field.
• 1 or more years of experience in working with analytical lab equipment (in education or work setting).
• Working knowledge and experience in one or more of the following:
  • GMP
  • GLP
  • FDA
  • RCRA
  • OSHA

Skills

• Organizing Planning and Prioritizing Work - The individual must have the ability to work in a fast pace environment and react quickly to evolving and dynamic production scheduling situations with minimum supervision. As well as work independently with excellent time management and judgment in prioritization skills as the requirements of the business may cause frequent interruptions and changing priorities.
• Multitasking - Complete multiple tasks and see them through completion.
• Collaboration - Ability to properly communicate work constructively and positively with peers and co-workers including working collaboratively and effectively in team department or other work group situations.
• Learning Agility - Must be able to follow written and oral instructions as this position requires the ability to learn multiple analytical techniques work with close attention to detail and multi-task effectively. Also must be able to maintain a laboratory notebook
• Troubleshooting - Ability to troubleshoot analytical equipment to drive resolution to unplanned equipment issues.
• Computer Skills - Software experience in Outlook Excel SAP Sample Manager Operations Database (OPD) and Management of Change (MOC) is preferred.
• Laboratory Techniques - Laboratory Techniques: Basic knowledge of laboratory techniques (gravimetric volumetric and temperature measurements etc.).

Physical Requirements:
Must be willing and able to do the following with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Wear safety equipment such as goggles and steel-toed shoes.
• Stand or walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.

Additional notes:

• The Dow Chemical Company does not offer relocation assistance for this position. This includes reimbursement for travel expenses incurred to and from test sessions/interviews. If you apply for a position that is not within the area in which you reside you will be responsible for all costs that you incur.

• Location: Onsite in Hayward CA

For positions based in California Dow is required by law to include the pay scale that is reasonably expected to represent the salary range for the position. This salary range is specific to the State of California and accounts for both new and experienced employees with consideration to factors including but not limited to skillset experience and sustained job performance (or similar jobs).

A reasonable annual base salary range for this position is: $. For those employees who are eligible for overtime pay payment will be made under the provisions of federal and state law (typically 1.5X of your regular hourly rate).