Lab Analyst

Posted:
8/29/2024, 2:30:52 AM

Location(s):
Buffalo, New York, United States ⋅ New York, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior

Field(s):
Data & Analytics

At Materion, everyone is included, respected and offered opportunity to grow. Join us!

The 2nd Shift Lab Analyst will perform be responsible for sample preparation, perform analytical and/or assay testing, and manages data in support of Materion's requirements for customers and the ISO 17025 management system.  The  2nd Shift Lab Analyst will report to the Senior Analytical Chemist or Analytical Lab Manager as appropriate.

You will have the opportunity to:

  • Use QMS software to access and acknowledge training documents and work instructions.
  • Follow standard operating procedures (SOP) for sample preparation prior to instrumental analysis. This will include but is not limited to: using rolling and cutting equipment, weighing to unit of measure, hot plate acid digestion, and dilutions among other common laboratory procedures.
  • Perform testing and data recording for provided samples using the following techniques: ICP (MS/ OES), Corrosion Testing (Salt Spray), GDMS, Fire Assay, IGA (Leco), Alpha Count Testing, WDXRF, and SEM/EDX (and Image Analysis).
  • Maintain open and active communication with managers regarding workflow, issues, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Maintain a safe and clean work environment, including the handling and movement of bulk acids.
  • Use standard office software and systems (e.g. LIMS, SAP) to perform data entry accurately with no errors or transpositions.

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or GED with minimum of 2 years of relevant analytical experience.
  • AS or BS degree in Chemistry (STEM) preferred.
  • Must be able to work Monday - Friday: 2nd shift 2:00-10:30
  • Starting Pay: $21.00 with a 7% Shift Differential added to your hourly pay


 

Pay Range:

$19.25 - $26.75

Actual base salary offered varies based on factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location.

The selection of the person to be hired for this position is contingent on the candidate having export compliance eligibility for access to U.S. controlled technology which comes under the licensing jurisdiction of the U.S. Department of State, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the U.S. Department of Commerce, Export Administration Regulations (EAR).

The candidate selected will have to qualify as either a U.S. citizen, a U.S. National, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., a Person Admitted into the U.S. as an Asylee or Refugee., a National of a country that is not prohibited from having access to U.S. controlled technology (via a letter of assurance), or a Person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on Materion’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with Materion’s business requirements.

Materion Corporation and its subsidiaries (the “Company”) is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to not unlawfully discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Company’s personnel representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Materion’s Veteran Employee Resource group supports veterans and promotes the benefits of hiring veterans in the workplace. We honor all those who have served and are a military friendly company. Veterans are encouraged to apply and military experience and skills are transferrable to Materion careers.

Please provide complete information. An incomplete application may affect your consideration for employment.