Lab Technician

Tokyo Ohka Kogyo America, Inc.; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(K) with company match

Paid life insurance

15 paid Holidays

Generous paid time off

On-the-job training

Employee assistance program

Profit Sharing

Job summary

TOK America, Inc. invites applications for an inspection/analytical role in Hillsboro, OR. The position analyzes samples, maintains analytical instruments, and ensures compliance with ISO 9001/14001. The role supports production quality with routine methods and safety-conscious practices.

Requires a 2-year AA degree or equivalent; non-exempt, shift: Mon–Fri evenings. TOK America offers strong benefits and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a 2-Year AA Degree or equivalent education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and analyzes samples using analytical instruments for trace, content, or defect analysis.
• Operates and maintains analytical tools and performs instrument maintenance.
• Monitors and manages consumable supplies for analysis.
• Creates and qualifies analytical standards for instrument calibration.
• Performs qualification/stability studies for validation of analytical testing methods.
• Follows SOPs, data and forms and updates as needed.
• Maintains 6S standards by cleaning and organizing inspection areas.
• Handles hazardous waste properly and ensures safety compliance.
• Assists in quality monitoring on the production floor.
• Promotes continuous quality improvement per ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.

Skills

Teamwork & safety

Attention to detail

Time management

Following instructions

Communication

Multitasking

Attendance

Chemical handling

Education

AA degree or equivalent

Job description

Description

TOK America - A Subsidiary of Tokyo Ohka Kogyo Co., Ltd.

TOK America, Inc. plays an extremely important part, serving as the supply hub of semiconductor photoresists and high-purity chemical agents for the customers in United States and Europe. We are a wholly owned subsidiary of a world leader in advanced chemical formulations. Our company has consistently pursued programs of research and development of superior new technologies and new technical methodologies based on the following management principles: “continue efforts to enhance technology,” “raise the quality levels of products,” “contribute to society” and “create a frank and open-minded business culture”.

Company Perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance - TOK pays 100% of the premiums for all employees
• 401(K) with company match
• Paid life insurance
• 15 paid Holidays
• Generous paid time off
• On-the-job training and skill development
• Employee assistance program
• Profit Sharing

Section

Inspection

Status

Non-exempt

Schedule

Monday - Friday 10:00PM - 2:30PM

Visa Sponsorship Available

No

SUMMARY

Function: Analyzing samples in a high-volume chemical manufacturing for composition, impurities and/or functional characteristics. Operates and maintains analytical chemistry instruments and tools.

Scope: Responsible for performing routine analysis of samples and other routine activities to support in manufacturing.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Prepares and Analyzes samples using analytical instruments and tools for trace, content, or defect analysis, including pH measurement, titration, gas/liquid chromatography, liquid particle counting, chemical performance, and trace metals analysis.
• Operates and maintains analytical tools, performing tasks such as electrode solution exchange, septum/column replacement, cell cleaning, and glassware cleaning/preparation.
• Monitors and manages consumable supplies for analysis ensuring inventory is maintained.
• Creates and qualifies analytical standards for instrument calibration.
• Performs qualification/stability studies for validation of analytical testing methods.
• Follows all department SOPs, Data, and Forms and updates as needed.
• Performs cleaning and organizing of all inspection areas according to 6S standards.
• Suggest improvements to enhance the quality or safety of TOK processes.
• Handles and disposes of hazardous waste properly.
• Assists in quality monitoring on the production floor
• Promotes continuous quality improvement in line with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards.
• Maintains quality records, including standard qualifications, SOP updates, and maintenance records.
• Monitor, evaluate, and assess job site conditions and equipment functionality, including inspecting, detecting, observing, identifying, and flagging concerns, challenges, hazards, equipment malfunctions, etc. to ensure work is performed efficiently and safely.
• Use and operate a personal computer, office equipment and other technology devices frequently and consistently throughout each day with a high degree of skill, accuracy, and independent judgment for the purpose of reviewing, analyzing, creating, transmitting, and presenting documents, data, and other business-related information.
• Attending required trainings on courses related to hazardous waste management and handling, general safety, quality management, and environmental management.
• Perform other necessary duties and tasks as requested.

SUPERVISION

Receives: Direction is provided by (Manager and/or General Manager). Completed work is reviewed for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with the established guidelines.

Given: None

Requirements

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Minimum of a 2-Year AA Degree or equivalent education and experience.

REQUIRED PERSONAL SKILLS

• Effective in both team settings and working alone, always prioritizing safety.
• Attentive to details, ensuring accuracy and high standards.
• Manages time and tasks efficiently, keeping everything in order.
• Understands and executes instructions accurately.
• Clear and effective in both verbal and written communication.
• Efficiently handles multiple tasks and meets deadlines.
• Have a stable, verifiable work history with excellent attendance record.
• Must be comfortable working with chemicals including, but not limited to, corrosives and organic solvents.

WORKING CONDITIONS

There is a potential for exposure to hazardous conditions and/or materials. This position requires employee to remain alert and observe surrounding areas and conditions to identify, recognize, and respond to potential obstacles, safety concerns, hazards, threats, property conditions requiring attention, unauthorized and/or dangerous persons, and emergencies. The work environment conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Perform duties in a safe and efficient manner while wearing appropriate and required personal protective equipment. Follow all safety regulations and protocols. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of proper body mechanic/ergonomics and use correct body position/mechanics, tools, or work aids to work, move, maneuver, guide, or place objects or materials.
• Work for extended periods of time in a stationary position (possibly up to 60 minutes or more without an opportunity to substantially change position) while consistently grasping, moving, and manipulating documents, supplies, computer equipment, and other tools and materials.

OTHER

Personnel must successfully complete a program of on-site classroom instruction or on-the-job training that teaches them to perform their duties in a way that ensures compliance with all job requirements. Prior experience and/or certification that can be verified will be considered in evaluating training requirements.

FURTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS

May need to be able to work overtime as directed by Manager. May need to be able to work various shifts as directed by Manager.

Note:

Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check and a pre-employment drug screening, including THC, in accordance with federal guidelines.
TOK America is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws.

TOK America is an FMLA-qualified employer: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/posters/fmla

Know your rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

Polygraph Protection: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/eppac.pdf