Lab Technician - Tualatin, OR

Matheson Tri-Gas; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Matheson Tri-Gas is seeking a Chemistry/Lab Technician to collect samples from gas cylinders for analysis and to perform basic wet chemistry tests. The role includes operating and maintaining gas equipment and analytical instruments under the supervision of the lab manager.

Qualified candidates will have a BS in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering and 5+ years of lab experience; familiarity with PPE and safe handling of reactive gases is essential. DOE pay is $30.00–$32.00/hr with benefits.

Qualifications

• Direct experience with safely handling, delivering, analyzing, processing and/or abating reactive or corrosive gases used in synthesis, purification or related areas and can quickly become self-sufficient and productive.
• Ideally experience designing gas handling manifolds to conduct new analytical methodology.
• Experience with metals analysis of products using ICP-MS and diverse sampling methods.

Responsibilities

• Collecting samples from gas cylinders
• Cleaning laboratory labware
• Performing some wet chemistry tests
• Making mechanical connections such as VCR, Swagelok, and NPT fittings
• Leak checking of equipment to ensure gas tight connections
• Use of basic computer software (Microsoft e-mail, word processing, and MS Excel)
• Handling flammable liquids, acidic and caustic solutions and materials
• Handling and transporting pressurized gas cylinders
• Accurate, legible documentation and recording of all required lab data
• Conducting analytical tests using a variety of instruments
• Develop and assist in developing analytical instruments and methods
• Additional duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Skills

Lab experience

Education

BS Chemical Engineering

BS Chemistry

Tools

LabView

Themo Omnic/MKS MG2000/Vista FTIR

MKS Process eye RGA

GC data handling software

Job description

The primary function of this position will be to collect samples for analysis using gas cabinets and fume hoods. In addition, simple wet chemistry tests will also be required. Additionally, the successful candidate may need to assist with sample analysis of other products as necessary. Operate and maintain sophisticated gas equipment and analytical instrumentation - Design, develop, and carry out new analytical processes.

Some of the chemicals involved are hazardous in nature. The position involves collecting samples from gas cylinders and preparing them for analysis and then analyzing the samples using various techniques. Basic computer software skills such as Microsoft Office platforms including Outlook email is necessary. Prior experience in a chemistry lab setting is a plus for this position. This position will report to the lab manager or supervisor.

Essential Functions:

• Collecting samples from gas cylinders
• Cleaning laboratory labware
• Performing some wet chemistry tests
• Making mechanical connections such as VCR, Swagelok, and NPT fittings
• Leak checking of equipment to ensure gas tight connections
• Use of basic computer software (Microsoft e-mail, word processing, and MS Excel)
• Handling flammable liquids, acidic and caustic solutions and materials.
• Handling and transporting pressurized gas cylinders
• Previous experience and familiar with PPE used in handling chemicals
• Accurate, legible documentation and recording of all required lab data
• Conducting analytical tests using a variety of instruments
• Develop and assist in developing analytical instruments and methods
• Additional duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards

Education:

BS Chemical Engineering or Chemistry Required

Experience:

Minimum of 5 years' experience in a relevant field involving the construction of gas manifolds and the hands-on use of specialty gases preferred.

Pay Rate:

$30.00 to $32.00 per hour DOE.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Direct experience with safely handling, delivering, analyzing, processing and/or abating reactive or corrosive gases used in synthesis, purification or related areas and can quickly become self-sufficient and productive. Ideally prior experience with designing gas handling manifolds to conduct new analytical methodology.

• Experience in metals analysis of products using ICP-MS, with knowledge and experience of diverse product sampling methods for such analyses.
• Familiarity with gas handling equipment including mass flow controllers, pressure controllers and regulators, various line valves, pressure transducers, pressure relief systems, restrictive flow orifices, thermocouples and temperature control equipment.
• Ideally experience with micro-contamination, ultra-high purity systems and environments, i.e. use of clean rooms, particle and hydrocarbon exposure prevention.
• Analytical experience to measure trace impurities in gases using FTIR spectroscopy, GC, GC/MS, GC-ICP-MS, APIMS, RGA, CRDS and other moisture analysis methods, Particle measurement, TGA.
• Proficiency in Microsoft programs and ideally experience with LabView, Themo Omnic/MKS MG2000/Vista FTIR software, MKS Process eye RGA software, GC data handling software, controls software etc.

Physical Demands:

• Stationary Position - Rarely
• Move/Traverse - Occasionally
• Stationary Position/Seated- Occasionally
• Transport/Lifting- Occasionally
• Transport/Carrying- Occasionally
• Exerting Force/Pushing- Occasionally
• Exerting Force/Pulling- Occasionally
• Ascend/Descend- Occasionally
• Balancing- Occasionally
• Position Self/Stooping- Occasionally
• Position Self/Kneeling- Occasionally
• Position Self/Crouching- Occasionally
• Position Self/Crawling- Occasionally
• Reaching- Occasionally
• Handling- Occasionally
• Grasping- Occasionally
• Feeling- Occasionally
• Communicate/Talking- Occasionally
• Communicate/Hearing- Occasionally
• Repetitive Motions- Occasionally
• Coordination- Occasionally

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth under EEOC..

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

EOE AA M/F/VET/Disability