Washcoat Technician: Drive Clean Energy Manufacturing

Matthey; Smithfield (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Match

PTO 20 days

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Parental Leave

Wellbeing Programs

Job summary

Johnson Matthey Plc in the United States is seeking a Washcoat Technician to prepare washcoat slurries and master batches on the production line. You will operate production and testing equipment and ensure batch records are complete.

The role requires adherence to health and safety, regulations for hazardous waste handling, and following batch recipes. Night shifts are required; training for new hires will be provided. Comprehensive benefits support wellbeing and growth.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of manufacturing experience desirable.
• Knowledge of chemical handling processes desirable.
• Proficient PC skills including MS Office desirable.
• Must be open to night shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Comply with JM Health and Safety policies at all times.
• Comply with JM, local, state, and federal regulatory requirements with regard to hazardous waste procedures for generation, identification and disposal.
• Participate in equipment setup activities required to initiate or adjust washcoat slurries or final batches.
• Handle, store and dispense chemicals in the preparation of washcoat slurries and final batches.
• Operate and monitor the Auto Guide Vehicle (AGV) used for tank moving through the different blend stations as part of the batching process.
• Assure that washcoat slurries or final blends are prepared according to the recipe submitted by the WCE. This includes the completion of all the information or checks associated with the batching process and those steps required to complete the batching records.
• Operate and maintain test equipment in the batching tower labs (pH meter, thermometer, viscometer and particle size) according to the norms associated to this type of equipment. This includes the associated housekeeping tasks to keep the laboratory orderly and clean.
• Operate and maintain equipment used for moving materials in or out of the batching tower (elevator, forklift or other similar).
• Handling, identification and segregation of non‑conforming blends.
• Be an effective trainer for new hires.
• Monitor and adjust final blends according to washcoat process control parameters.
• Comply with specific goals related to the generation, identification, storage, reuse and disposal of rinse water or heels.
• Comply with JM policies to avoid equipment contamination (PGM, Non PGM).
• Handle, clean or dispose of empty containers, skids, bulks or bags according with JM Health and Safety policies.
• Perform other duties associated with maintaining flow of production as assigned.
• Participate in housekeeping duties to support JM safety operations and plant layout.
• Active participant of 5s philosophy.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Chemicals handling knowledge

Night shift availability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Johnson Matthey Plc in the United States is seeking a Washcoat Technician to prepare washcoat slurries and master batches on the production line. You will operate production and testing equipment and ensure batch records are complete.

The role requires adherence to health and safety, regulations for hazardous waste handling, and following batch recipes. Night shifts are required; training for new hires will be provided. Comprehensive benefits support wellbeing and growth.