Chemical Technician I

General Dynamics OTS; Crawfordville (FL); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 64.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) in Florida seeks an entry-level laboratory technician to assist chemists and chemical engineers in conducting chemical and physical tests.

You will perform qualitative and quantitative analyses, prepare materials for examination, set up equipment, follow SOPs, and record observations in a climate-controlled lab. No prior experience required; vocational training preferred; safety-sensitive position with career development opportunities.

Formación

• 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

Responsabilidades

• Assists chemists and chemical engineers conducting chemical and physical laboratory tests.
• Performs quantitative and qualitative analyses in organic, inorganic, physical, analytical chemistry, photochemistry or electrochemistry.
• Determines the physical and chemical properties of compounds and materials using quantitative and qualitative chemical analysis.
• Sets up and maintains lab equipment.
• Records and tabulates data and documents observations and results.
• Follows established SOPs and ensures safety and compliance.

Conocimientos

Analytical chemistry

Calibration

Lab equipment operation

Precision measurement

Sample collection

Record keeping

Lab equipment maintenance

Scientific testing

Test monitoring

SOP compliance

Educación

Vocational/Technical Training Degree

Descripción del empleo

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.