Chemist

Senior plc; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Senior plc’s SSP division is seeking a Chemist to support Cleanline processes (passivation, pickle, degreasing, alkaline cleaning) with strong data analysis and compliance focus. The role involves testing tank solutions, adjusting chemistries, writing procedures, and supporting internal and external audits.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Materials/Metallurgical/Chemical Engineering with at least two years in chemical processing, Excel/Word/PowerPoint skills, and knowledge of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with at least 2 years in chemical processing.
• Knowledge of Cleanline processes (passivation, pickle, degreasing, alkaline cleaning) and industry specs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel/Word/PowerPoint; familiarity with quality systems (AS9100/ISO-9001) preferred.
• HAZWOPER certification and internal auditor experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and periodically test tank solutions for chemical processing.
• Perform titration and adjust solutions to meet specification limits.
• Audit chemical processing quality and maintain solution temperature and concentration.
• Write and revise procedures for Cleanline processes to optimize efficiency.
• Train and assess Cleanline operators to maintain certification status.
• Assist in audits (customer, Nadcap, third-party) and support EHS initiatives.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance and liaise with outside services.
• Adhere to all Senior policies and promote a safe, organized work area.

Skills

Chemical processing knowledge

Data analysis

Training and auditing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Materials Science

Bachelor’s Degree in Metallurgical Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

TrueChem software

Job description

Senior plc is an international, market-leading, engineering solutions provider with 19 operating businesses in 11 countries. Traded on the London Stock Exchange, Senior designs and manufactures high-technology components and systems for the worldwide aerospace, defense, land vehicle and power & energy markets.

Senior Aerospace SSP, a division of Senior plc, is the world’s largest aerospace high-pressure ducting system supplier. Starting as ‘Stainless Steel Products’ in 1945, and acquired by Senior plc in 1995, we are vertically integrated with our own foundry, fabrication shop, and ISO-certified engineering lab, allowing us to design, manufacture, and qualify complex ducting systems for space launch, defense, and commercial aerospace applications worldwide.

Senior Aerospace SSP is the recognized global leader in high-pressure bleed air ducting systems. We provide "total resource" system solutions for complex ducting requirements, with our components found on most aircraft operating worldwide.

We are committed to the highest standards of ethics, safety, quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement. At SSP, we believe in building strong relationships with our customers, suppliers, and most importantly, our employees. We foster a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment with ample opportunities for professional growth. Join us and find your future in a company that values innovation and integrity.

Job Description

Summary: Must have general knowledge of Cleanline (chemical cleaning) processes such as passivation, pickle, degreasing, alkaline cleaning, and familiarity of industry chemical cleaning specifications. Establishes, formats, and performs analysis of systems data in order to support management, along with evaluating quality performance and compliance. May assist heat treating and other special processes depending on expertise.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Under general supervision, must be able to perform a variety of job duties including, but not limited to:

• Responsible for the analysis and periodic testing of various tank solutions.
• Responsible for titration analysis of tank solutions and adjustments to maintain solution chemistry within the required specification limits for each tank solution.
• Periodic audit of chemical processing for verification and maintenance of solution temperature, chemical concentration by performing samples collecting from various tanks, performs etch-rate test on pickle tanks.
• Write and revise procedures for optimum Cleanline processes.
• Conduct training for Cleanline certified operators and administer written and practical tests to maintain certified status of the operators.
• Evaluate and trouble shoot in order to maximize efficiency of Cleanline operations. Coordinate preventative maintenance activities and outside services.
• Assist in customer, Nadcap, and other 3rd party audits involving Cleanline operations.
• Provide guidance to EHS Department, when needed.
• Conduct Internal Audits.
• Follow all Senior policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

In addition to the above, Chemists are to maintain an organized, clean and safe work area using safety standards and expectations while adhering to all quality practices. Senior is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent experience is required, with minimum of two (2) years of related industry experience
• Experience:
  • Must have an overall knowledge of chemical processing, industry specifications, and types of equipment
  • Must have general knowledge of chemical cleaning such as passivation, pickle, degreasing, alkaline cleaning, etc. and familiarity of chemical cleaning specification.
  • Must have computer skills, such as Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point.
  • Experience working with AS9100, ISO-9001, or equivalent quality management system preferred.
  • Knowledge of TrueChem software is preferred.
  • HAZWOPER certification is preferred.
  • Additional experience working with heat treating of metals a plus.
  • Internal Auditor certification is preferred.

Additional Information

Annual Target Salary = $95k + Bonus DOE

Monday - Friday 1st Shift

Joining our team will provide you with a rewarding career with a tight-knit and collaborative team. You will also enjoy a competitive compensation package that includes a market-led base salary, comprehensive benefits package along with wellness benefits, matching 401K plan and paid time off.

Trade Compliance Statement Access to our facilities is restricted under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to U.S. Persons (U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, U.S. Nationals, U.S. refugees, asylees, or temporary residents under amnesty provisions ), and to properly licensed foreign persons. Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment will be required to provide information to determine whether they are subject to these regulations and, if so, to assess their country of chargeability for export control purposes. Additionally, potential employee names will be screened against the Consolidated Screening List (maintained by the United States government) to determine eligibility to receive controlled technical data.

To ensure there is no unexpected delay to your start date with our Company and due to the potential need to obtain an export license, we would like to promptly assess whether such a license is needed to access our facility and/or systems. Such licenses can take several weeks/months to obtain from the U.S. Government. Our Trade Compliance department may reach out to you with a Licensing Assessment form, which we request you kindly complete and return as soon as possible.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. EOE M/F/D/V/VEVRAA Federal Contractor