Chemistry Technician Job Description
Chemistry technician
provides technical expertise in the areas of power plant boiler water chemistry, material sampling, laboratory analysis, laboratory safety, and water related environmental regulations.
Chemistry Technician Duties & Responsibilities
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Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Knowledge of a significant portion of the product portfolio
Assist in test method validations and routine testing using GC-MS, GC-MS/HS, HPLC-MS, HPLC-DAD, ICP-MS, TOC, FT-IR, UV
Perform investigations on CAPA forms , NCRs, RICA, OOT, OOS, for tests or processes nonconformance and identify root cause and propose corrective actions for manager approval
Prepare materials and equipment for 18-25 lab sections per week per semester
Obtain bids for and order supplies, equipment, and instrumentation for the chemistry and research labs
Train and supervise all part-time and student employees
Independently performs chemical analyses on gases, fluids and solids in and around the nuclear power station
May serve as the shift lead to provide the requisite level of technical expertise to less experienced technicians
Assist in the training and qualification of students enrolled in the Chemistry Technician Training program
Perform administrative duties in support of department operations, including procedure review and development, periodic test scheduling, and management reporting
Chemistry Technician Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Chemistry Technician
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: ASCP, AMT, MLT, ASQ
Education for Chemistry Technician
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the chemistry technician job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Associate Degree in Chemistry, Science, Education, Biology, Associates, Sciences, Physics, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Technical
Skills for Chemistry Technician
Desired skills for chemistry technician include:
Computer software programs
Laboratory analytical techniques and applied power plant water conditioning concepts
Safe work procedures
ISO
CMDR
Current American Society for Testing and Materials testing specifications and requirements
Federal and other regulations
QSR’s
Significant portion of the product portfolio
Desired experience for chemistry technician includes:
Respond to a variety of system and process alarms, including turbine or reactor trip, and main condenser impurity ingress
Actively support all elements of the laboratory quality control and quality assurance program and regulatory inspections
Perform special projects and studies as designated by laboratory supervision and participate in self-assessments and Training Review Board meetings
Perform work activities with other station departments, vendors and contractors
Participate in the stations emergency response organization
Must be able to work a rotating shift schedule
Chemistry Technician Examples
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Chemistry Technician Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of chemistry technician. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for chemistry technician
- Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills strong interpersonal skills
- Perform validation, verification and qualification of equipment and methods as needed to support analytical laboratory
- Possess appropriate technical background to perform moderately complex assignments and demonstrates knowledge and understanding behind application by troubleshooting and interpreting results
- Performs all duties associated with requisitioning laboratory supplies and maintaining a clean, organized laboratory
- Assist in investigations related to Lab OOS and support Production OOS investigations
- Conducts physical and chemical tests on in-process samples
- Conducts physical and chemical tests on final product samples
- Lab supports including continuous improvement activities, raw material testing, calibration, and maintenance of lab instruments, method of development
- Perform laboratory investigations and write reports
- Knowledge of basic laboratory equipment (pH meter, balance, spectrophotometer)
Qualifications for chemistry technician
- Knowledge of basic laboratory instrumentation (pH meter, spectrophotometer)
- Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or related technical degree and completion of General Chemistry and Organic Chemistry courses with 3+ years of related hands on laboratory experience OR 10+yrs relevant experience
- 4 year Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or relevant field
- Minimum of 2 years professional laboratory experience preferred
- Experience with analytical test methods UV, FTIR and ICP is a plus
- BS in Chemistry or related technical degree with advanced Chemistry courses
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Chemistry Technician Job Description
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Our innovative and growing company is looking to fill the role of chemistry technician. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for chemistry technician
- Data entry into LIMS, Excel, and other data entry modules
- Print control charts, maintain reagent logs, standards inventory, documents
- Working in a team environment to prepare chemical solution via approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) for use internally and externally as a means to support production
- Clean and maintain laboratory and production equipment (instrument, glassware, carboys)
- Sterilize items using an autoclave operated under controlled procedures
- Perform daily monitoring of production area and RODI purified water systems
- Maintain all relevant documentation and logs associated with the laboratory activities and equipment
- Prepare packaging shipments for solutions
- Dispose of chemical waste into appropriate collection container for disposal/neutralization
- Lifting of boxes and containers of up to 50 kilograms periodically
Qualifications for chemistry technician
- Minimum of one year of chemistry experience and one year each of college level math (pre-calculus, chemistry and physics)
- Perform established test procedures
- A post secondary education (degree and/or diploma) in a Science related program (Chemistry, Agriculture, Food Science ) is required
- Must be proficient in using various type of computer software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook )
- Position requires shift work including evenings and weekends
- 2 year post-secondary degree or equivalent experience in solution manufacturing
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Chemistry Technician Job Description
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Our company is looking for a chemistry technician. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for chemistry technician
- Maintain laboratory records in a systematic and logical manner
- Assist with the development of analytical procedures
- Actively participate in the CoP safety programmes
- Provide monthly activity reports on contract KPIs, instrument status, analysis summary, and off-site testing activities
- Read SOPs, methods, facility guidelines, used in workplace in a timely manner and adhere to these procedures
- Collect chemical samples form various plant systems
- Perform gas and water tests in conjunction with the training program
- Perform basic chemical tests and analyses in conjunction with the training program
- Testing and Trending of Test data
- Environmental Monitoring – performing and trending
Qualifications for chemistry technician
- Hands on large scale manufacturing experience
- Able to follow and execute instructions
- Willing and able to lift boxes and containers of up to 50 kilograms periodically
- Chemical safety training or certification an asset
- Educational background in chemistry or science related field
- Chemical Laboratory experience or Solution Manufacturing experience
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Chemistry Technician Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of chemistry technician. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for chemistry technician
- Training of fellow technicians and operators as required
- Salt Sampling
- Chemistry Testing including pH, Assay, UV, Sub visible, Heavy Metals, Nitrates, TOC, Conductivity, Salt testing, Hardness, Chloride and Chlorine
- Stock Taking and Control
- Perform Daily, Monthly calibration of equipment
- Use of lab autoclave and oven, correct completion of paperwork
- Introduce Process improvements and create, update and review SOPs for the lab and the site where applicable
- Review of lab and site steriliser files
- Validation of lab equipment
- Test Method / Measurement Systems Analysis of lab testing
Qualifications for chemistry technician
- This position will require shift work which includes nights, weekends and holidays
- Part of the Emergency Response Organization (ERO)
- Experience in data entry software (SAP, LIMS, ) an asset
- First Aid experience
- Nuclear Plant Access Authorization
- Must successfully pass the Technician Occupations Selection System (TECH) test
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Chemistry Technician Job Description
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Our growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of chemistry technician. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for chemistry technician
- Deputise for DHR compilation
- Participate in the day-to-day activities of Techs within the laboratory
- Acts as a catalyst towards production success, regularly floating between processes to ensure goals are met
- Acts as a resource to Manufacturing and Test areas on issues of chemical preparations and solution quality
- Participates in regular production meetings and leads regular shift meetings focused on Core Wafer Fab goals
- Collaborates with Team LeaderSupervisor to coordinate production flow within area of responsibility
- Focuses on next shift success by ensuring materials, solution stocking guidelines are being met, and equipment is prepared for incoming shift
- Provides ongoing monitoring towards achievement of production targets
- Provides feedback to Supervisor on the progress and barriers to achieving production goals
- Monitors product flow, raw materials and other key consumables in designated area and manages them to meet production targets
Qualifications for chemistry technician
- Works with sales, account representatives, and package design personnel as needed to address customer needs and requirements for Instapak® products
- Undergraduate degree in Chemistry or closely related science preferred
- English Language Skills (Basic reading, writing, speaking)
- Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry or other life/physical science
- Must be a US Citizen to perform duties of this role
- Knowledge of analytical instrumentation (GC, HPLC, LC-MS/MS)