Chem Process Operator - 2nd Shift (Swings)

Barnes Group Inc.; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnes Aerospace Ogden Division is seeking a Chem Process Operator for the 2nd shift to support aerospace manufacturing operations. You will perform wet chemistry, metallurgical testing, and quality assurance tasks in a fast-paced production environment.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of lab-based manufacturing experience, strong math and data interpretation skills, and the ability to follow precise procedures. On-site role with a competitive hourly wage and safety-focused culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year strong manufacturing background in a laboratory environment.
• Chemical, mechanical, and metallographic testing skills.
• Experience in laboratory inventory control.
• Advanced math skills.
• Experience in engineering testing failure analysis.
• Excellent computer knowledge and applications experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs wet chemistry, basic chemical testing and pH testing to ensure correct chemical balances per specs.
• Performs metallurgical examinations, inspects metal materials, and analyzes properties to meet specs.
• Uses hot press, grinding/polishing, chemical etching and acids to remove materials.
• Uses grinders and microscopes to achieve quality assurance.
• Uses glassware, burners, beakers, reagents, and pH meters.
• Performs mechanical analysis to prove properties meet specs.
• Performs Rockwell, torsion, tensile, chemical and corrosion testing.
• Maintains documentation and retention compliance.
• Engages in continuous process improvement.
• Cross-trains other staff.
• Follows safety standards and procedures.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Chemical testing

Metallurgical testing

Laboratory inventory control

Advanced math

Engineering test analysis

Computer literacy

Tools

Hand shears

Fume hood extractor

Dimensional measuring

Analytical lab equipment

Scales

Job description

Chem Process Operator - 2nd Shift (Swings)

Job Category: Production

Requisition Number: CHEMP006817

• Posted : August 13, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site
• Rate : $20 USD per hour

Locations

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Barnes Aerospace, Ogden Division has an exciting career opportunity for a Chemical Process Operator to play an integral role in manufacturing operations. The right candidate should be self-driven, team oriented, and have high quality standards all while maintaining a safe environment. If you are a high-energy individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, this position may be of special interest to you. This position reports to the Operations Supervisor.

Shift: 2nd Shift / 3:30pm-1:00am with alternating Fridays

Core Responsibilities

• Performs wet chemistry, basic chemical testing, color metric testing and PH testing to ensure chemical processes and correct chemical balances according to aerospace specifications, industry standards and customer specifications.
• Performs metallurgic examinations, inspects, and analyzes metal materials to identify features that would compromise a material’s physical, mechanical, and chemical properties.
• Uses hot press, grinding and polishing, chemical etchings, and acids to remove materials.
• Uses grinders, microscopes, and photo microscopy to achieve quality assurance.
• Uses glassware, Bunsen burner, beakers, flasks, reagents, and ph meters.
• Performs mechanical analysis of metal to prove mechanical properties meet customer and aerospace specifications.
• Performs Rockwell hardness testing, torsion testing, tensile testing, chemical property testing and corrosion testing.
• Ensures correct and adequate documentation and adheres to retention requirements.
• Engages in continuous process improvement.
• Cross trains other individuals
• Adheres to required safety standards and procedures.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year strong manufacturing background in a laboratory environment.
• Chemical, mechanical, and metallographic testing skills.
• Experience in laboratory inventory control.
• Advanced math skills.
• Experience in engineering testing failure analysis.
• Excellent computer knowledge and applications experience.
• Ability to utilize hand sheers, fume hood extractor, dimensional measuring, analytical lab equipment and scales.
• Prefer background in Aerospace Industry.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Schedule and organize time and tasks effectively.
• Ability to work in a challenging and schedule driven environment.

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