CP Chemical Manufacturing Operator-1 - Materion Corporation : Job Details

At Materion, everyone is included, respected and offered opportunity to grow. Join us!Under the direction of the Production Supervisor, the Chemical Manufacturing Operator sets up and operates limited departmental equipment to perform bulk material processing, standard chemical preparations, and a limited number of drying/kiln type furnace operations according to production orders.Second ShiftYou will have the opportunity to:

• Operate equipment to achieve necessary reactions and results to include tube furnaces, often performing complex operations. Set up furnaces and monitor process. Set up vacuum ovens, distillation equipment and fine glassware. Operate large processing equipment (500 gal.). Maintain instrumentation and equipment including preventive maintenance as needed
• Sample products and submit for analytical tests using the computer system
• Filter material using gravity or suction methods and dry final products to appropriate consistency
• Perform precipitation reactions in aqueous solutions
• Handle compressed gas cylinders, regulators, and other gas equipment
• Manipulate chemicals and equipment in enclosures designed for air-sensitive processing
• Accurately complete labor data entry along with material goods issuing and receipting into the ERP system
• Follow all clean-up and housekeeping procedures. Comply with all quality, safety, and work rules and regulations

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 1 year experience in an industrial setting is required
• A high school diploma or GED is required
• An education generally equivalent to an Associate's degree in chemistry from a two-year college or technical school or a bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or Physics (or other related hard science) is acceptable in lieu of work experience
• Requires the use of safety glasses, safety shoes, a respirator, and protective clothing such as a uniform or lab coat. Other, more specialized protective gear may be required occasionally

LPThe 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.