Lab Tech — Metal Finishing Chemist (Evening Shift)

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, 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