Chemical Analyst: Method Development & QC Leadership

Materion; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Materion is seeking a Chemical Analyst to provide technical leadership in the laboratory and support production and quality system metrics. In this role you will master current chemistry sample preparation and analysis using established laboratory equipment and procedures.

You will refine laboratory methods, contribute to method development for analytical instruments, and assist with calibration systems while preparing for aerospace audits and continuous improvement of quality documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in chemistry, chemical engineering or natural science.
• 1–2 years of analytical laboratory experience is preferred.
• Experience with method development for analytical instruments is essential.
• Familiarity with metallographic methods and grain size measurement is a plus.
• Exposure to aerospace quality systems such as AS9100 and Nadcap is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership in the laboratory under the direction of the Quality Manager.
• Master chemistry sample preparation and analysis using existing lab equipment and procedures.
• Refine laboratory methods to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Compile data from plant operations and assist with calibration management.
• Contribute to quality system documents and prepare for audits.

Skills

Method development

Analytical instrumentation

Education

Two- or four-year degree in chemistry or related field

Tools

Analytical laboratory equipment

Job description

Materion is seeking a Chemical Analyst to provide technical leadership in the laboratory and support production and quality system metrics. In this role you will master current chemistry sample preparation and analysis using established laboratory equipment and procedures.

You will refine laboratory methods, contribute to method development for analytical instruments, and assist with calibration systems while preparing for aerospace audits and continuous improvement of quality documentation.