Lab Technician

About the role

As a Lab Technician, you will contribute to Johnson Matthey's mission as a world leader in sustainable technology, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future.

Responsibilities

• Carry out the analysis of raw materials, washcoats, impregnation solutions, and finished catalysts in accordance with the best laboratory practices as defined in ISO/IEC 17025.
• Prepare samples for chemical and physical measurements using various techniques including LECO Solids, ICP-OES, Particle size distribution, PGM dispersion (chemisorption), Coefficient of Thermal Expansion, Thermo-Gravimetric Analysis, Porosity, Surface Area, and X-Ray Fluorescence.
• Achieve accurate data entry into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and ensure the export of essential information related to laboratory testing.
• Create clear and concise procedures within the QC Laboratories and adhere to Health and Safety/environmental procedures and regulations (PPE).
• Report any accidents or near misses promptly and assist in maintaining good House Keeping practices.
• Participate in Lean deployment initiatives such as 5S, SPs, CIS, and Kaizen to foster a lean environment.
• Prepare ICP calibration standards with independent verification before release to routine use.
• Demonstrate the ability to distinguish between good and bad data and continuously improve knowledge and practical skills in instrument calibration and maintenance.
• Collaborate with all employees within the plant and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties as reasonably instructed and comply with the established EHS system.

Requirements

• B-Tech certificate or B.Sc professional qualification in chemistry or equivalent education with at least two years' experience within a chemical industry.
• Good working knowledge of analytical instrumental techniques used within the QC Labs.
• A detailed understanding of general wet chemical techniques for inorganic analysis.
• Awareness of ISO/IEC 17025 and IATF 16949 quality standards.

Qualifications

• Education: B-Tech certificate or B.Sc professional qualification in chemistry or equivalent education.
• Experience: At least two years' experience within a chemical industry.

Skills

• Good laboratory and measurement practices according to ISO/IEC 17025, including the ISO/TS 16949 quality standard.
• Competence in the use of all sample preparation and instrumental techniques.
• Knowledge of general wet chemical techniques for inorganic analysis.
• Working knowledge of analytical instrumental techniques used within the QC Labs.
• Awareness of ISO/IEC 17025 and IATF 16949 quality standards.

Benefits

Note: This position is on 3rd Shift (10:30PM to 7:00AM). We offer comprehensive employee benefits including retirement savings, paid time off, health, life, disability insurance, and tuition assistance.

Pay

We make sure salaries are fair, competitive, and aligned to individual roles, experience, and responsibilities.

Schedule

This position is on 3rd Shift (10:30PM to 7:00AM).

Company Information

Johnson Matthey is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.