Chemical Technician I

General Dynamics OTS; Crawfordville (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics OTS is seeking an entry-level lab technician to assist chemists and chemical engineers in analytical testing for product development and production quality control. The role involves performing qualitative and quantitative analyses of solids, liquids, and gases, and supporting routine laboratory tasks in a controlled environment.

The ideal candidate has foundational training in analytical chemistry with the ability to follow SOPs, operate lab equipment, and record results

Qualifications

• Attending a Vocational / Technical School or internal training program OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education & Experience or Skillset.
• No prior experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Determines the physical and chemical properties of compounds and materials using quantitative and qualitative chemical analysis.
• Performs a variety of chemical tests using instrumental methods and standard test equipment.
• Prepares materials for laboratory examination and conducts quality, safety, and compliance assessments.
• Follows established SOPs.
• Sets up and maintains lab equipment.
• Records and tabulates data and documents observations and results.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Calibration

Laboratory equipment operation

Precision measurement

Sample collection

Record keeping

Laboratory equipment maintenance

Scientific testing

Test monitoring

Standard operating procedure

Education

Vocational/Technical Training Degree

Job description

Company Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters. Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Job Summary

Assists chemists and chemical engineers conducting chemical and physical laboratory tests using instrumental techniques in making qualitative and quantitative analyses of solids, liquids and gaseous materials related to product development or quality control of production processes or products | Performs quantitative and qualitative analyses in organic, inorganic, physical, analytical chemistry, photochemistry or electrochemistry to determine the chemical and physical properties of materials, liquids and gases

General Profile

• Acquires basic skills to perform routine tasks
• Develops understanding in an analytical or scientific method or operational process
• Works with close supervision
• Performs manual tasks according to established procedures

Essential Functions

• Determines the physical and chemical properties of compounds and materials using quantitative and qualitative chemical analysis.
• Performs a variety of chemical tests using instrumental methods and standard test equipment.
• Prepares materials for laboratory examination and conducts quality, safety, and compliance assessments.
• Follows established SOPs.
• Sets up and maintains lab equipment.
• Records and tabulates data and documents observations and results.

Required Qualifications

• Required education and experience: Attending a Vocational / Technical School or internal training program OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education & Experience or Skillset; No prior experience needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred education and experience: Vocational/Technical Training Degree
• Discipline/Major: Technical training preferred
• Knowledge, skills & abilities: Analytical chemistry. Calibration. Laboratory equipment operation. Precision measurement. Sample collection. Record keeping. Laboratory equipment maintenance. Scientific testing. Test monitoring. Standard operating procedure.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
• This position is Safety-Sensitive.

Travel Requirements

• No or very little travel likely.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.