Laboratory Technician II

About the role

Balazs Nanoanalysis, a contract analytical laboratory owned by Air Liquide Electronics, is a world-wide leader in supplying gases, specialty chemicals and services to a wide variety of industries. Balazs Nanoanalysis operates analytical labs around the world serving both internal and external clients. We support clients in a wide array of industries including semiconductor, biotechnology, aerospace/defense industry, solar, energy storage, automotive and many others. Our highly-skilled chemists assist other scientists and engineers from companies in these fields to support a wide array of activities such as quality assurance, contamination studies, R&D and failure analysis.

Responsibilities

• Sample receipt, log in and data entry into the laboratory information management system in a timely and accurate manner
• Delivery and transportation of samples between the labs as required
• Contributing to sample preparation and routine analysis, including wet chemistry techniques
• Prepare reagents to be used for analysis
• Prepare standards to be used for analysis
• Handle bottle, glassware, plasticware, and silicon wafer cleaning for trace metals
• Prepare witness wafer kits for customers
• Assist with sample packaging for returns
• Follow all SOPs and lab safety and quality requirements
• Engage in ongoing training and foster a safe working environment
• Understand and follow safe handling procedures for hazardous chemicals
• Work collaboratively with team members on analyses as required
• Communicate internally with the commercial team, other lab groups, and with customers
• Updates the laboratory manager and supervisor on activities in the lab
• Participates in continuous improvement efforts within the lab on improved methods and method development
• Maintain 6S in the laboratory
• Align with the established Quality System and help identify areas for quality enhancement
• Support sampling at client's facility as assigned and collaborate on additional team initiatives as needed

Requirements

• BS in Chemistry or Similar Science with 1-2 years experience OR Associate Degree in Chemistry or Similar Science with 2-3 years experience OR High School Diploma with 3-5 years industrial laboratory experience
• Ability to work in a team environment with good communication skills (both written and spoken)
• Work safely at all times and ensure a safety culture and a safe working environment in the laboratory
• Administer safe laboratory practices, and keep all related safety trainings up to date
• Must be able to provide support to other laboratory areas as needed
• Must have good problem solving skills, take initiative and be self-motivated
• Must be able to work under pressure and pivot on short notice
• Proficient in computer skills such as LIMS, Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, Docs, Slides, etc.
• Must be able to lift heavy loads (+50 lbs) with the assistance of others
• Candidates must have valid employment authorization in the U.S. and must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future. This position is not open for non-immigrant visa sponsorship

Pay

• $30.00-32.00 per hour

Benefits

• Comprehensive Family Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• 14-week paid child birth benefit to support growing families
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time
• Benefits start day 1