Wet Line Lab Specialist - 1st shift (6am-230pm)

Turbineaero-Engines-Technics; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

TurbineAero is seeking a qualified technician to operate automatic and manual chemical process equipment across production lines in Chandler, AZ. The role requires strict PPE usage, adherence to safety and environmental regulations, and teamwork with QA and safety committees.

Responsibilities include collecting lab samples, performing routine chemical and water additions, maintaining wastewater systems, ordering chemicals, and ensuring proper waste packaging and shipment within EPA timeframes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Chemical & Hazardous waste processing.
• Basic chemistry knowledge (high school level and above).

Responsibilities

• Operate automatic and manual chemical process equipment according to procedures.
• Collect samples for lab checks on chemicals in production.
• Monitor wastewater treatment system and ensure EPA compliance.
• Maintain cleanliness of tanks, line changes, and related equipment.
• Use PPE as required and participate in safety/QA activities.
• Order chemicals, maintain stock, and coordinate hazardous waste shipments.
• Prepare hazardous waste packaging/shipment within EPA time limits.
• Coordinate with QA to track tank make-up and address issues.

Skills

Effective Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Active listening

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Description

• This position operates automatic and manual chemical process equipment of varying complexity in various production processes in accordance with operating procedures.
• This position requires that the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) provided by the company be worn as required by the work area. This PPE may take the form of safety shoes, safety glasses, disposable gloves, chemical handling gloves, thermal gloves, full face respirator, N-95 masks, and chemical face shields.
• Ability to work safely in a complex, technical manufacturing environment, providing regular feedback on maintaining a safe work environment through behavior-based and situational observations.
• Participation in the employee safety committee may be required.
• Collect samples for the lab to perform routine checks on chemicals in production.
• Perform routine chemical additions and water additions to maintain production line chemical tanks.
• Document and track activities with chemical and additions.
• Maintain cleanliness of strip line tanks & change outs.
• Monitor wastewater treatment system to ensure operation is consistent with quality standards and complying with all local, state, and federal regulatory criteria.
• Use of equipment includes holding/filling tank machines, filter presses, evaporators, scrubbers, and pumps.
• Processes may generate high pressure and/or critical reactions and will require training in hazardous material handling and emergency procedures.
• Prepare and coordinate hazardous waste shipment and pickup.
• Order chemicals and maintain stock levels for production
• Order drums and totes to dispose of hazardous waste
• Responsible for the cleanliness and continuous operation of the water treatment system.
• Responsible for preparing and coordinating hazardous waste shipments and pickup.
• Responsible for shop hazardous waste packaging/storage/shipment within EPA time limits after packaging.
• Coordinate with site quality engineer (QA) to track tank make-up and communicate any issues.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at job sites.

The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.

• Effective Communication – verbal and written
• Organizational skills
• Time management
• Active listening

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED, or equivalent experience
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Chemical & Hazardous waste processing.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Prior Aerospace industry experience

Basic chemistry knowledge (high school level and above).

The physical demands often include prolonged standing, walking, lifting moderate to heavy weights, climbing stairs or ladders, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, and performing repetitive motions, while frequently working in potentially extreme temperatures and noisy environments, often requiring the ability to wear protective gear for extended periods.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, this job description does not establish a contract for employment, and the content is subject to be changed, modified, or deleted at the discretion of the Company.

TurbineAero is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and seeks qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age physical disability, national origin, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. TurbineAero maintains a drug and alcohol-free workplace in accordance with FAA requirements.