What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemical Technician I position at Ascensus Specialties?
Application Deadline: 31 May 2026
Department: Operations
Location: Newburyport, MA
Compensation: $24.00 - $28.50 / hour
Responsible for mixing and processing chemicals through various laboratory procedures as instructed and compiles data on laboratory experiments as well as setting up test apparatus.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Responsible for mixing and processing chemicals through various laboratory procedures.
- Responsible for setting up and constructing standard experimental apparatus.
- Responsible for compiling data on laboratory experiments and preparing charts or graphs.
- Responsible for maintaining a clean and orderly work area while observing stringent safety requirements.
- Responsible for maintaining a complete, accurate, clear and neat laboratory notebook.
Critical Technical Competencies:
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw conclusions
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
- Strategic thinker who can see long-term goals and balance against short and intermediate-term needs
- Ability to manage priorities and workflow
- Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees
- Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
- Strong understanding of chemistry
- 0-2 years experience in the handling of chemicals
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Medical, Dental, Vision - effective day one of employment.
- 401(k) with company match with immediate vesting - effective first of the month, following date of hire.
- First 3% is matched dollar-for-dollar.
- Second 3% is matched at 70 cents on the dollar.
- 3 Weeks' Vacation.
- 12 Paid Holidays.
- Basic Life, AD&D, STD, and LTD provided at no cost to employee.
Salary : $24 - $29