It’s not how you start; it’s how you Finish!

Do you have an interest in chemistry, outside of the white lab coat experience? Do you like defined processes to do your job? Do you mind getting your hands dirty and knowing that the accurate chemistry of the entire organization is in your hands? The Chemistry Lab Technician is a key position to our production as our chemistry needs to be spot on for our finishing processes to adhere correctly. If this sounds like you, then Pioneer may be a great place for you to continue your career!

We are looking to hire a Chemistry Lab Technician to work on 1st shift (Monday-Friday, 7:00 am - 3:00 pm) We will consider candidates with varying levels of chemistry experience. In addition, we will also consider training candidates who have a strong interest in chemistry with good math aptitude and great communication skills. The person would be flexible to various training schedules and willing to do what it takes to learn all aspects of this role.

All employees have the opportunity to advance their career with Pioneer Metal Finishing by learning about the various chemical processes, quality requirements, and customer specifications we use every day.

Employee Benefits

We offer the following benefits to All Employees immediately upon hire:

• Next-Day Pay: Don’t wait for payday; access your daily pay the next day!
• Quarterly Incentive Program: paid based on business results
• Paid company holidays
• Shift Differentials for 2^nd and 3^rd and Weekend Night shift
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• On the Job Training and Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Recognition and Rewards program
• Fun Recognition Events and more!

Full-Time Employees (30 hours per week) may participate in the following benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance (Eligibility begins on the 1^st of the month, following your start date)
• Paid Time Off: 80 Hours earned your first year
• Company Funded Health Reimbursement or a Health Savings Account
• 401(k) plan with a company match up to 4% of bi-weekly contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company paid life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Tuition reimbursement
• Additional benefits for employee purchase: life insurance, critical illness, voluntary accident, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Live Health online, virtual doctor visits

Essential Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Responsible for all pH adjustments.
• Transfers chemical solutions from process tanks into waste storage in compliance with EPA and state regulations.
• Daily chemical sampling and analysis methods.
• Perform daily chemical analysis primarily via titration and Flame Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometry (FAAS).
• Perform dilutions, volumetric pipetting, and titrations efficiently to a high degree of analytical precision.
• Perform maintenance and calibration of analytical instrumentation, including FAAS.
• Maintain spatial awareness of production processes while performing chemical sampling and chemical additions.
• Opportunity to assist in troubleshooting chemical origins of process problems as they relate to product quality.
• Opportunity to work with waste treatment system.
• Light Environmental Management.
• Use of statistical data control required for monitoring and improving chemical processes.
• Maintain inventory of laboratory chemicals/supplies.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of laboratory.
• Performs other miscellaneous job duties and related functions as needed.

Work Environment

• Sharp parts, sharp tooling, heavy carts, occasional hot and cold temperature and humidity levels, heat from ovens, moderate noise levels, hand and air tool use, compressed air (must use hearing protection).
• Must be able to maneuver a full drum or barrel of chemical that varies in weight. (est. 500-700lbs)
• Must successfully complete respiratory fit testing.
• Hazard chemicals handled frequently.
• Must adhere to PPE requirements and core safety principles with regards to hazardous materials handling.

Education/Qualifications

• Preferred 2–4-year college degree or courses in chemistry.
• Strong math aptitude needed.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Pioneer Metal Finishing is a drug-free environment; all potential candidates are subject to a pre-employment drug screen.