Production Operator

UbiQD, Inc.; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 40 days/yr paid time off

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Group life insurance

Stock options

401k

Job summary

UbiQD, Inc. in Los Alamos is seeking a nanomaterials production operator to support rapid scale-up and growth. This role involves running daily synthesis reactions and ensuring quality production of quantum dots.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, strong work ethic, and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Health benefits, stock options, and a competitive salary package are offered.

Qualifications

• Ability to pick up new skills quickly.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment.
• Eligibility to work in the USA and over the age of 18.

Responsibilities

• Run daily synthesis reactions and purification of quantum dots.
• Maintain records of production and follow processes.
• Perform instrument maintenance and other manufacturing tasks.

Skills

Ability to follow detailed SOPs

Strong record keeping abilities

Ability to safely handle materials

Ability to lift up to 40lbs

Ability to work independently

Education

High school diploma or higher degree

Tools

ERP/MRP software

Fork Truck

Job description

Overview

Compensation: Annual salary, up to 40 days/yr paid time off, health, dental, vision and group life insurance, stock options, 401k

Company Summary

Company Summary: UbiQD (pronounced 'ubiquity') is an advanced materials company powering product innovation in agriculture, clean energy, and security. Our quantum dots enable products that harness the power of color and light. Headquartered in Los Alamos, New Mexico, UbiQD is licensing technology developed at leading research institutions, including Los Alamos National Laboratory and M.I.T. To learn more, please visit our websites: UbiQD and UbiGro.

Position Overview

We are seeking an energetic nanomaterials production operator to help support the company’s rapid scale-up and growth. The role involves running daily synthesis reactions and purification of quantum dots. A successful applicant will be team-oriented, have a strong work ethic, be able to maintain records of production, follow processes of records, perform instrument maintenance, and perform other tasks related to manufacturing activities.

UbiQD is a rapidly growing company and applicants should be comfortable working in a dynamic and fast paced work environment where individuals are expected to shoulder broad responsibilities and sometimes work independently. Requires working on-site in Los Alamos, NM.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or higher degree
• Ability to follow detailed SOPs, PORs, batch sheets, and manufacturing protocols
• Ability to pick up new skills quickly to support daily manufacturing activities
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong record keeping abilities
• Ability to safely handle materials in a chemistry lab setting following all safety protocols
• Ability to lift up to 40lbs and stand for long periods of time, whenever needed
• Residence in or re-location to Los Alamos, NM
• Be eligible to work in the USA and over the age of 18
• Ability to work rotating shifts (8, 10, or 12 hours) including weekends

Desired Qualifications

• Experience operating continuous stirred tank reactors
• Experience maintaining mechanical pumps, instrumentation, and electrical equipment
• Basic knowledge and experience in wet chemistry
• Knowledge of inorganic chemistry
• Chemical industrial manufacturing experience
• Experience utilizing ERP/MRP software
• Fork Truck experience and Safe drum (up to 55-gallon barrels) handling experience

Note

Note: Applicants should be aware that working at a high growth technology company may involve a greater degree of risk than working at a larger established company. UbiQD is an at-will, equal opportunity employer. For more info or to apply please email Liseth Garay: [e-mail]