Chemist

Chemist

Penn United Technologies, Inc. has an excellent opportunity for a full-time Chemist in our growing Electroplating facility.  This person will be an integral member of our busy chemistry lab, with primary responsibilities to sample, analyze and document plating bath chemistry. This position currently requires the ability to rotate primarily daylight and afternoon shifts.  

Responsibilities:

• Analyze plating bath chemistry for various elements, using various testing and analysis methods
• Monitor the variability of bath parameters & establish & modify control procedures
• Perform daily & weekly bath analyses on nickel, gold, copper, tin/lead and acids and cleaners
• Establish sampling plans for in-house material analysis to maintain statistical control and certifiability of coatings
•  Troubleshoot chemical process control problems
•  Test for concentrations using titration and Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectrometer (ICP-OES), run hull cell panels on baths and make chemical and additive additions based upon the results
• Perform daily bath analyses and usage analysis
•  Maintain the records needed to confirm sound statistical control of plating chemistries, for current   and prospective chemists
•  Follow all safety and quality plans in accordance with company programs and policies
• Maintain records including production quantities
• Maintain all analytical equipment in the lab as well as maintain chemical & equipment supplies

Qualifications:

• Associates degree in Chemistry or equivalent experience
• Previous experience working with analytical equipment
• Strong organizational skills
• Self-motivated
• Knowledge of electroplating technology preferred
• Must be able to work daylight, afternoon and midnight shifts.

Compensation & benefits:
We offer an array of excellent benefits that reflect our commitment to the health and financial well-being of our employee-owners including: 

• COMPETITIVE STARTING WAGE WITH THE OPPORTUNITY FOR TWO PAY INCREASES IN THE FIRST YEAR 
   
• HEALTH BENEFITS
  • Medical, dental, vision, Rx insurance that starts the first day
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Hearing Aid Coverage

• RETIREMENT
  • ESOP: 5% Company paid contribution to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • 401K:  3% Company paid contribution
  • 401K: 50% Company paid match up to the first 6% you contribute
     
• MONTHLY PROFIT-SHARING PROGRAM
   
• WORK / LIFE BALANCE - Paid Time Away from Work
  • 15 Days Vacation (PTO) your first year
  • 9 Paid Holidays

• OTHER INSURANCE COVERAGE
  • Group Term Life
  • Short Term Disability (after 90 days)
  • Long Term Disability (after 6 months)
  • Voluntary Benefit package
     
• ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
  • Shift Differential
  • On-site cafeteria
  • Temperature controlled buildings
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Safety Equipment (PPE) Reimbursement

About Us:

Penn United, a leading advanced contract manufacturer since 1971, provides the highest quality precision manufactured solutions for our customers’ complex needs. Our broad range of manufacturing services support a variety of industries including defense and aerospace, medical, connectivity, energy, fluid handling, and precision components for consumer goods. Through our diverse range of capabilities which includes Engineering, Precision Machining/Grinding, Stamping, Carbide Manufacturing, Additive Manufacturing, Plastic Injection Molding and more, our work plays a vital role in products used around the world every day.  Penn United Technologies currently employs over 650 people in our employee-owned precision manufacturing company, located about 35 miles north of Pittsburgh in Butler County.   

Equal Opportunity Employer /Veterans/Disability