Chemical Cleaning Technican 3rd Shift

Bruker; West Carteret (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Employee stock purchase plan

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Bruker is hiring a Chemical Cleaning Technician for the 3rd shift in Carteret, NJ. The role involves preparing chemical batches and etch cleaning of components used in superconducting wire manufacturing.

You will follow written work instructions, maintain process documentation, and work in a safety-forward environment. Candidates should have a High School Diploma, 1–3 years of chemical experience, and English proficiency.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1-3 years of experience working with chemicals in manufacturing.
• Proficient in English reading and writing.
• Ability to read and interpret procedures and calibrated equipment.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds.
• Experience with hazardous chemicals and safety practices.
• US citizen or permanent resident; no sponsorship.
• Reliable transportation to site.

Responsibilities

• Proficiently use measuring tools such as micrometers and calipers.
• Assist in the assembly of etch cleaned parts in a clean room.
• Assist in development and revision of etch cleaning procedures as needed.
• Maintain well organized manufacturing paperwork.
• Support and help improve Lean manufacturing practices.
• Work as part of a team with supervision and sometimes independently.
• Overtime as the production schedule requires.

Skills

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Chemical Cleaning Technican 3rd Shift

Job Locations: US-NJ-Carteret

• ID: 2026-20198
• Job Function: Production
• Base Min: USD $18.00/Hr.
• Base Max: USD $25.00/Hr.

Overview

As one of the world's leading analytical instrumentation companies, Bruker covers a broad spectrum of advanced solutions in all fields of research and development. All our systems and instruments are designed to improve safety of products, accelerate time-to-market and support industries in successfully enhancing quality of life. We've been driving innovation in analytical instrumentation for 60 years now. Today, worldwide more than 11,000 employees are working on this permanent challenge, at over 90 locations on all continents.

Bruker OST is a leading provider of advanced scientific instruments and solutions for molecular and materials research, as well as for industrial and applied analysis. With a commitment to innovation and quality, Bruker OST serves a diverse range of industries, including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, chemistry, and materials science.

Responsibilities

In our business of manufacturing superconducting wire, our Chemical Cleaning Technicians are responsible for performing a variety of jobs relating to the preparation of chemical batches as well as the chemical etch cleaning of a variety of components used in making superconducting wire. Successful candidates must be able to closely follow written work instructions and complete manufacturing process documentation.

At Bruker OST we put safety first, and we are proud of our ISO 45001 occupational health and safety international certification. We have a thorough training program for new hires. As the job duties require working with hazardous chemicals, including acid based products, employees are required and must be comfortable wearing a full protective Tyvek suit, safety glasses, a splash face shield, and gloves. Technicians in this position are responsible for maintaining the highest safety and quality standards when performing any task.

Please note this is a 3rd shift position with working hours from 11:00PM to 7:30AM, Monday-Friday.

Follow all safety regulations as stated in the OST Safety Manual.

• Proficiently use measuring tools such as micrometers and calipers
• Assisting in the assembly of etch cleaned parts in a clean room
• Assist in development and revision of etch cleaning procedures as needed
• Maintain well organized manufacturing paperwork
• Support and help improve our Lean manufacturing practices
• Work comfortably as part of a team on some tasks, and work comfortably with minimal supervision at other times
• Working overtime as the production schedule requires

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1-3 years of experience working with chemicals in a laboratory manufacturing environment
• Proficiency to communicate in English including reading and writing skills.
• Ability to read and interpret procedures and calibrated equipment.
• Ability to read and understand all safety operating procedures and to use all safety features and equipment.
• Need to be capable of lifting 50 pounds
• Working safely with 55-gallon drum quantities of acids and chemicals in a manufacturing environment
• Utilizing good math skills to keep track of chemical mixing and etch cleaning processes
• Be familiar with risks associated with hazardous chemicals and how to work safely with same
• Must be Permanent Resident or US Citizen, sponsorship is not available for this role.
• Have reliable transportation to the site.

A at Bruker, the base salary is part of our total compensation. The estimated hourly range for this full-time position is between $18/hr and 25/hr and provides an opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. Please note this position is eligible for Overtime compensation. The base salary for the role will depend on several job-related factors, including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, the geographic location of the successful candidate, skills, competencies, job-related knowledge, and travel requirements for this position. Full-time employees may also be eligible for a performance-related incentive in addition to a full range of benefits, including 401(k) with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, medical and dental plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, employee assistance program and paid time off including vacation, sick time and holidays, and more.

Bruker is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.