Chemist

Penn United Technologies, Inc.; Sarver (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Tuition Reimbursement

PPE Reimbursement

ESOP

Job summary

Penn United Technologies, Inc. is seeking a full-time Chemist for our Electroplating facility. The role involves sampling, analyzing, and documenting plating bath chemistry, with rotation among daylight, afternoon, and midnight shifts as needed.

The successful candidate will work in a busy chemistry lab, perform daily analyses, ensure statistical control, and support safety and quality programs while maintaining analytical equipment and lab supplies.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Chemistry or equivalent experience.
• Previous experience working with analytical equipment.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Self-motivated and proactive work approach.
• Knowledge of electroplating technology preferred.
• Must be able to rotate daylight, afternoon and midnight shifts.

Responsibilities

• Analyze plating bath chemistry for various elements using testing methods.
• Monitor bath parameter variability and adjust control procedures.
• Perform daily and weekly bath analyses on nickel, gold, copper, tin/lead and acids/cleaners.
• Establish sampling plans for in-house material analysis to maintain statistical control.
• Troubleshoot chemical process control problems.
• Test concentrations using titration and ICP-OES; run hull cell panels and adjust chemistries.
• Maintain records to confirm statistical control of plating chemistries.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Electroplating knowledge

Experience with analytical equipment

Education

Associates degree in Chemistry

Tools

ICP-OES

Analytical equipment

Job description

Chemist

Penn United Technologies, Inc. has an excellent opportunity for a full-time Chemist in our growing Electroplating facility. This person will be an integral member of our busy chemistry lab, with primary responsibilities to sample, analyze and document plating bath chemistry. This position currently requires the ability to rotate primarily between daylight and afternoon shifts on a weekly basis.

What You'll Do:

• Analyze plating bath chemistry for various elements, using various testing and analysis methods
• Monitor the variability of bath parameters & establish & modify control procedures
• Perform daily & weekly bath analyses on nickel, gold, copper, tin/lead and acids and cleaners
• Establish sampling plans for in-house material analysis to maintain statistical control and certifiability of coatings
• Troubleshoot chemical process control problems
• Test for concentrations using titration and Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectrometer (ICP-OES), run hull cell panels on baths and make chemical and additive additions based upon the results
• Perform daily bath analyses and usage analysis
• Maintain the records needed to confirm sound statistical control of plating chemistries, for current and prospective chemists
• Follow all safety and quality plans in accordance with company programs and policies
• Maintain records including production quantities
• Maintain all analytical equipment in the lab as well as maintain chemical & equipment supplies

What We're Looking For:

• Associates degree in Chemistry or equivalent experience
• Previous experience working with analytical equipment
• Strong organizational skills
• Self-motivated
• Knowledge of electroplating technology preferred
• Must be able to work daylight, afternoon and midnight shifts.

What We Provide to You:

Penn United offers an outstanding array of employee benefits that reflect our commitment to the health and financial well-being of our employee-owners, including:

Competitive Pay

• Competitive starting wage
• Opportunity for two pay increases in the first year

Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Coverage beginning on your first day
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Hearing Aid Coverage

Retirement Benefits

• ESOP: 5% company-paid contribution to Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401(k): 3% company-paid contribution
• 401(k): 50% company match up to the first 6% you contribute

Additional Financial Rewards

• Monthly Profit-Sharing Program

Work-Life Balance

• 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) during your first year
• 9 Paid Holidays

Additional Insurance Coverage

• Group Term Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability (after 90 days)
• Long-Term Disability (after 6 months)
• Voluntary Benefits Package

Additional Perks

• Shift differential
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Reimbursement
• Years of Service Recognition Awards
• Temperature-controlled facilities

About Penn United Technologies:

Since 1971, Penn United Technologies has been a leading advanced contract manufacturer providing precision-engineered solutions for customers with complex manufacturing needs. We serve a diverse range of industries including aerospace and defense, medical, connectivity, energy, fluid handling, and consumer products. Our capabilities span Engineering, Precision Machining & Grinding, Stamping, Electroplating, Carbide Manufacturing, Additive Manufacturing and more-supporting products that impact lives around the world every day. At Penn United Technologies, quality, innovation, and employee ownership are at the heart of everything we do.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disability