Laboratory Technician

armtecdefensetechnologies; Coachella (CA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

HSA with company contribution

FSA - Medical & Dependent Care

Life and AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Armtec Defense Technologies in Coachella, CA is hiring a Laboratory Technician to conduct routine chemical and physical tests using laboratory equipment and to report results by writing and computing data. You will prepare reagents, calibrate instruments, and maintain a safe, orderly lab.

The role requires basic chemistry education and strong attention to detail, with English communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team in a 4/10 schedule. Equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Successful completion of college chemistry is desired.
• Ability to work in a logical and methodical manner.
• Proficient in Excel and basic database systems.
• Strong time management and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine chemical and physical tests and report results.
• Learn to analyze and measure samples precisely and accurately.
• Communicate effectively in written or oral English.
• Keep the laboratory clean and orderly and follow safety procedures.
• Work as part of a team and uphold ethical standards.

Skills

Chemistry

Math

Education

College chemistry

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Database systems

Job description

Laboratory Technician, Armtec Defense Technologies

Armtec Defense Technologies (Armtec) is an operating unit of the Transdigm Group (NYSE: TDG), an industry leader in aerospace and defense products and services. Armtec is comprised of three business units producing subcomponents for ordnance in Coachella, CA; decoy countermeasure flares in Camden AR; and radar countermeasure chaff in Lillington NC. At Armtec, we welcome skilled and enthusiastic people who share our determination and high standards to join us in our mission-critical work supporting the US and allied war-fighters who serve us all by defending democracy and protecting freedom. This position is staffed in Coachella, at Armtec's world-class, sole-source production facility for felted fiber nitrocellulose combustible cartridge cases for medium and large caliber military ammunition, and pyrophoric payloads for training grenades.

Company Profile

Company: Armtec Defense Technologies is an operating unit of the TransDigm Group (NYSE: TDG).

Industry: Manufacturing Combustible Ordnance and Countermeasures

Job Overview

Title: Laboratory Technician

Job Family: Inspection and Calibration

Reports to: Laboratory Supervisor

Works with: mid-level managers and supervisors, employees

Location: Coachella, California

Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

Conducts routine and special chemical & physical tests. Uses various laboratory apparatus, equipment and instruments that involve understanding of reading dials and scales and proper handling and use of chemicals. Lifts and carries containers of: Chemicals and other materials, samples, apparatus and delicate instruments. Reports results of work verbally, in writing, and by computer. Prepares and standardizes chemical reagents. Calibrates measuring instruments. Keeps the laboratory clean and orderly. Conducts work in a safe manner and follow all safety rules and procedures.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct work safely, in an orderly and systematic manner.
• Learn to analyze and measure samples precisely and accurately, and report results accurately and promptly.
• Communicate effectively in written or oral English language.
• Cleaning of laboratory apparatus and the general areas of the laboratory.
• Maintain the highest ethical standards, even when challenged from above.
• Understand and live by Armtec's ethics and business conduct policies.

Armtec Competencies

• Demonstrate ability in the Armtec competencies as an employee: customer focus, ethics and values, problem solving, integrity and trust, functional/technical skills, listening, action-oriented, composure and values diversity.

Qualifications

• College chemistry and math. Pass a basic chemistry and math test.
• Ability to work in a logical and methodical manner.
• Ability to understand and follow procedures on testing and safety.
• Proficient computer skills of Microsoft Office (Especially Excel) and database systems.
• Ability to communicate in written and oral English language.
• Ability to learn in handling laboratory chemicals, apparatus, and other instruments.
• Strong skills in time management and outstanding attention to detail.
• Able to work together as part of a team.
• Must be dependable, flexible, responsible, and accurate and have the ability to deal with people effectively.

Education & Professional Work Experience Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• To conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorization from the U.S. Government.
• Successful completion of college chemistry is desired.

Work Hours

4/10 workweek

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Salary Range: $23.19 - $29.49/Hourly

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with generous company contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA - Medical & Dependent Care)
• Life and Accident Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Parent Leave Pay
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Vacation
• Sick Leave
• Holidays (8 paid holiday including holiday shutdown weeks in July and December)
• 401(k) matching
• Tuition Assistance