Senior ICPMS Lab Lead — Data-Driven Chemist

Pentagon Technologies; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

401K program with employer matching

Health, dental, vision Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life and AD&D

Employee Assistance Plan

Job summary

Pentagon Technologies, Inc. seeks a Lab Chemist III (ICPMS Clean Room Chemist III) to lead ICPMS laboratory operations, drive data-driven decisions, and mentor staff to achieve quality and efficiency goals.

This senior role oversees technical performance, develops SOPs, and partners with engineering, production, and management to advance business objectives. Day or Swing shift options provide flexibility for a demanding, fast-paced semiconductor environment.

Qualifications

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

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 SME 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 and stakeholder communications.
• Act as the designated laboratory leader during emergencies or manager absence.

Skills

ICPMS leadership

Leadership

Data analysis

Prioritization under pressure

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

ICPMS instrumentation

Job description

Pentagon Technologies, Inc. seeks a Lab Chemist III (ICPMS Clean Room Chemist III) to lead ICPMS laboratory operations, drive data-driven decisions, and mentor staff to achieve quality and efficiency goals.

This senior role oversees technical performance, develops SOPs, and partners with engineering, production, and management to advance business objectives. Day or Swing shift options provide flexibility for a demanding, fast-paced semiconductor environment.