About The Role:

What You’ll Do:

• Follow established protocols and work instructions to safely and accurately carry out chemical tests, and material treatments.
• Prepare chemical solutions and perform surface preparation using solvents, acids, bases and other reagents.
• Execute electrochemical processing steps such as plating, etching, and other wet chemistry techniques.
• Collect data; prepare reports and communicate results to team members.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness in the work area while ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Safely handle, store and dispose of hazardous chemicals and waste streams in accordance with company regulatory requirements.
• Track and maintain inventory of chemicals and consumables at your station.
• Train new team members in safe chemical handling, equipment operation, and production procedures.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives targeting process control, safety, efficiency and production quality.

What You’ll Need:

• Associate degree, technical diploma, or equivalent experience in Laboratory Chemistry.
• Proven experience in a production environment, with a strong foundation in chemistry principles and chemical safety.
• Skilled in wet chemical processing, surface preparation, plating, etching, and material analysis.
• Proficiency with standard measuring instruments used in chemical processes and metrology tools.
• Ability to execute chemical processes from written SOPs and work instructions with accuracy and consistency.
• Strong organizational skills, with precise data recording and reporting abilities.
• Familiarity with data analysis and reporting tools (Excel, Google Sheets, JMP preferred).
• Effective communication and collaboration skills in cross-functional teams.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and troubleshooting mindset.
• Knowledge of hazardous chemical handling, storage, disposal, and environmental compliance requirements.

Bonus Points For:

• Prior experience in cleanroom and microfabrication environments.
• Advanced certifications in laboratory safety (Chemical Hygiene, Hazardous Waste Handling).
• Experience supporting process transfers from R&D to production.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in a cleanroom environment with PPE.
• Standing for extended periods during lab work.
• Handling of chemicals and laboratory equipment with attention to safety.