Lab Tech - Anodizing

Pioneer Metal Finishing; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Next-Day Pay

Quarterly Incentive Program

Paid company holidays

Shift Differentials for 2nd and 3rd sh

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

On-the-Job Training and Advancement

Employee Recognition and Rewards

Fun Recognition Events

Job summary

Pioneer Metal Finishing is the leading surface engineering company in North America, with 75+ years of experience delivering metal finishing solutions for healthcare, aerospace, automotive, and industrial markets. We are hiring a Night Shift Chemical Process Technician to monitor bath chemistry, support wastewater treatment, and help ensure product quality.

Responsibilities include maintaining tank chemistry, calibrating wastewater equipment, managing inventory, and coordinating with production

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• College-level chemistry credits or relevant laboratory or chemical industry experience preferred.
• Strong math aptitude needed.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain process tank chemistry: monitor concentrations, pH, temperature, and TDS and perform chemical replenishments.
• Assist in wastewater treatment and wastewater monitoring equipment calibration/verification.
• Keep organized chemical storage and laboratory areas; track inventory and prep returnable drums for reuse.
• Coordinate with production to prioritize tank maintenance per schedule; support safety walks and corrective actions as needed.
• Follow safety protocols; operate in a chemical environment with care for tools and equipment.

Skills

Math aptitude

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Professional appearance

Education

High School diploma

Chemistry credits or lab/chemical experience preferred

Job description

Pioneer Metal Finishing is the leading surface engineering company in North America. For over 75 years, we’ve delivered consistent, quality metal finishing solutions for mission-critical applications. Our advanced surface modification technologies and scalable execution improve the performance of mission-critical products and enhance brand value for companies in the healthcare, aerospace, automotive, and industrial markets. We encourage you to learn more about opportunities with Pioneer Metal Finishing and join our team today!

Job Summary

Primary responsibilities include monitoring and maintaining process chemistry, supporting wastewater treatment systems, and ensuring final product quality. This role operates within an active chemical process environment, requiring strict adherence to safety protocols and comfort working with chemical reactions, equipment, and materials on a routine basis.

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 6 pm-2 am

Essential Job Duties/Responsibilities

Chemical Process Maintenance

• Assist in maintaining process tank chemistry, such as concentrations, pH, temperature, and TDS.
• Perform regular tank decants and chemical additions to ensure consistent process quality.
• Record data for process tanks.
• Change filters and conduct chemical replenishments to sustain optimal bath conditions.

Water Treatment & Environmental Support

• Calibration and verification of wastewater monitoring equipment.
• Assist in water treatment processes, adhering to environmental and facility guidelines through recordkeeping.
• Support spill response and clean-up efforts as required.

Facility & Inventory Support

• Maintain an organized and clean chemical storage warehouse and chemical laboratory, including inventory tracking.
• Clean and prepare returnable chemical drums for reuse.
• Coordinate with production personnel to prioritize tank maintenance according to the production schedule.
• Any other job duties as assigned (may include, for example, assisting with quality management system, performing safety walks and associated corrective actions, involvement in quality investigations, etc.).

Physical/Environmental/Chemical Hazards

• Sharp parts, sharp tooling, heavy carts, occasional hot and cold temperature and humidity levels, heat from ovens, moderate noise levels, hand and air tool use, compressed air (must use hearing protection).
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Must be able to maneuver a full drum or barrel of chemical that varies in weight using prober barrel-moving equipment. (est. 500-700lbs)
• Must successfully complete respiratory fit testing.

Personal Attributes

• Must display a professional appearance and attitude
• Interpersonal, self-motivated
• Detail- and task-oriented

Education/Qualifications

• High School diploma required
• College-level chemistry credits or relevant laboratory or chemical industry experience preferred.
• Strong math aptitude needed.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

We offer the following benefits to All Employees immediately upon hire

• Next-Day Pay Don’t wait for payday; access your daily pay the next day!
• Quarterly Incentive Program Paid based on hours worked and business results
• Paid company holidays
• Shift Differentials for 2nd and 3rd shift
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• On-the-Job Training and Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
• Fun Recognition Events and more!

Full-Time Employees

(30 + hours per week) may participate in the following benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (Eligibility begins on the 1stof the month, following your start date)
• Paid Time Off 80 Hours earned in your first year
• Access to Garner Incentive or a Health Savings Account up to $3,000 annually
• 401(k) plan with a company match of up to 2% of bi-weekly contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Additional benefits for employee purchase life insurance, critical illness, voluntary accident, and accidental death & dismemberment
• LiveHealth Online, virtual doctor visits