Laboratory Chemist III (30760)

Pentagon Technologies Group; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

401K with employer matching

Health, dental, vision Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Life and AD&D

Job summary

Pentagon Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Lab Chemist III to oversee ICPMS laboratory operations, provide technical leadership, and drive continuous improvement. The role centers on data-informed decision making, strategic direction, and ensuring lab excellence to meet business goals.

Open to Day Shift or Swing Shift (M-F). Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field is preferred, with 3–5 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as a Chemist, Laboratory Specialist, or equivalent analytical laboratory role.
• Experience leading laboratory operations and technical teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Environmental Science, Materials Science, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and operational leadership for the ICPMS laboratory.
• Supervise daily workflow, staffing priorities, and shift execution.
• Monitor laboratory performance metrics, instrument health, and operational trends.
• Lead investigations and corrective actions related to quality, process, or equipment issues.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for ICPMS operations, maintenance, and analytical methods.
• Develop and implement laboratory improvement initiatives and strategic projects.
• Create, maintain, and standardize SOPs, training programs, and best practices.
• Partner with engineering, production, and management to support business objectives.
• Represent the laboratory in cross-functional meetings, presentations, and stakeholder communications.

Skills

ICPMS leadership

Data analysis

Team development

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

ICPMS instrumentation

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: Hayward, CA 94545
• Position Type: Full Time
• Salary Range: $34.00 - $38.00
• Hourly Travel Percentage: None
• Job Shift: First Shift

Pentagon Technologies, Inc. is a leader in providing mission-critical semiconductor services that touch every device with a computer chip inside. Our customers include the largest semiconductor chip and OEM tool manufacturers in the industry. We stay at the forefront of our industry through innovation, technical proficiency, and our amazing employees. Our industry is in the midst of unprecedented growth and Pentagon is seeking outstanding candidates to join our team!

Job Summary

The Lab Chemist III (ICPMS Clean Room Chemist III) is a senior-level laboratory leader responsible for overseeing ICPMS laboratory operations, technical performance, personnel development, and continuous improvement initiatives. This position serves as the primary technical resource for the department, providing operational leadership, data-driven decision support, and strategic direction to ensure laboratory excellence and business objectives are achieved.

We are open to this role working on our Day Shift (M-f, 6am-2:30pm) or Swing Shift (M-F, 2pm-10:30pm)

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide technical and operational leadership for the ICPMS laboratory.
• Supervise daily workflow, staffing priorities, and shift execution.
• Monitor laboratory performance metrics, instrument health, and operational trends.
• Lead investigations and corrective actions related to quality, process, or equipment issues.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for ICPMS operations, maintenance, and analytical methods.
• Develop and implement laboratory improvement initiatives and strategic projects.
• Create, maintain, and standardize SOPs, training programs, and best practices.
• Partner with engineering, production, and management to support business objectives.
• Represent the laboratory in cross-functional meetings, presentations, and stakeholder communications.
• Act as the designated laboratory leader during emergencies, shutdowns, or manager absence.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Environmental Science, Materials Science, or a related scientific discipline preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Experience

• 3-5 years of experience as a Chemist, Laboratory Specialist, or equivalent analytical laboratory role.
• Demonstrated experience leading laboratory operations and technical teams.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Expert knowledge of ICPMS instrumentation, maintenance, and analytical methodologies.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development capabilities.
• Advanced data analysis, trending, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Perks of Working at Pentagon Technologies

At the end of the day, our strength comes from our people, and we are determined to recognize and promote your wellbeing—be it professionally, financially, physically, or mentally.

• Generous PTO
• 401K program with employer matching contribution
• Health, dental, vision Insurance (with generous employer contribution)
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance (fully employer paid)
• Life and AD&D (employer paid & voluntary option)
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Be advised that Pentagon Technologies does not offer relocation assistance for this position. Candidates who do not reside near the posted location will be responsible for covering all relocation costs. By applying for this position, candidates acknowledge and agree that they will be solely responsible for any expenses incurred in relocating to the area if selected for the role.

Pentagon Technologies is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (AA/EOE/W/M/Vet/Disabled) and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment of associates. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.

To all recruitment agencies: Pentagon Technologies does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our job's alias, Pentagon Technologies employees or any other company location. Pentagon Technologies is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Pentagon Technologies will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Pentagon Technologies explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.