Chemical Technician

Enersys; Hays (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

EnerSys, a global leader in stored energy solutions, seeks a Laboratory Technician to assist the Staff Chemist in conducting chemical and physical tests essential for quality monitoring. The role requires at least a high school degree with chemistry knowledge and involves conducting tests, maintaining data, and ensuring regulatory compliance while managing exposure to hazardous materials. This position offers an opportunity to work within a dynamic laboratory environment with a commitment to safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• High School degree with basic high school level chemistry knowledge required.
• 1 year of appropriately related experience in the industry.
• Preferred Associate of Science degree with 1 to 2 years in related experience.

Responsibilities

• Conducts chemical and physical laboratory tests and analyzes test data.
• Recommends changes in laboratory procedures.
• Prepares reports of analytical work and participates in problem-solving activities.

Skills

Basic chemistry knowledge

Laboratory testing

Problem-solving skills

Education

High School degree

Associate of Science degree

Job description

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EnerSys is a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. We have over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than 100 countries. Worldwide headquarters are located in Reading, PA, USA with regional headquarters in Europe and Asia. We complement our extensive line of Motive Power and Energy Systems with a full range of integrated services and systems. With sales and service locations throughout the world, and over 100 years of battery experience, EnerSys is the power/full solution for stored DC power products.

Job Purpose

Assist Staff Chemist with laboratory chemical and physical tests and methodologies required for monitoring the quality of manufacturing processes and products. Also to maintain, enter, record, and file data generated by laboratory activities and analytical work.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducts chemical and physical laboratory tests of solids and liquids and analyzes test data to ensure the quality of processes and products.
• Recommends changes in laboratory procedures and equipment in order to increase the efficiency of the laboratory.
• Prepare reports of analytical work.
• Participate in problem-solving activities to determine root causes of quality non-conformances.
• Operate the optical microscope to measure lead alloy calcium grain diameter.
• Analyze batches of wastewater to meet regulatory requirements.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High School degree with basic high school level chemistry knowledge
• 1 year of appropriately related experience in the industry.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate of Science degree, with 1 to 2 years in appropriately related experience in the industry.

General Job Requirements

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to frequently bend; twist; reach; stoop; kneel or crouch.
• Must be able to differentiate colors.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds/23 kilos on a daily continuous basis. Anything heavier will be done with the assistance of a mechanical device or with the assistance of another employee.
• This position is exposed to harmful materials such as lead/fiberglass products. Periodic blood tests are required to measure the level of lead. Precautions are taken by the company/employee to reduce the risk of exposure and help ensure everyones safety.
• Employees are responsible for wearing the required Personal Protective Equipment in the proper manner at all times.

EnerSys is always looking to hire top talent. Therefore, we encourage our employees to refer anyone they feel would be a great addition to our organization.