Penetrant Technician

Position Summary

About the role

Performs a variety of technical procedures such as preparing routine solutions and reagents, performing routine reactions, analyzing compounds, making and recording observations, performing simple calculations, collecting and preparing data for evaluation, conducting laboratory support functions, using personal computers for technical and record-keeping duties, and performing tasks in production, research and development, quality control, compliance, and environmental areas.

Responsibilities

• Set up laboratory equipment and instrumentation required for tests, research, or process control.
• Perform tests to ensure chemical tanks in the process lines are within customer specifications.
• Analyze raw, in-process, and finished products to ensure quality standards are met.
• Enter and maintain data using personal computers in compliance with company and regulatory policies and standards.
• Document results, analyze data, and record keeping.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and adhere to safety, health, and environmental policies and procedures.
• Conduct retesting of product as needed to support quality investigations.
• Understand and comply with current regulatory requirements.
• Track and report chemical and supply inventories.
• Collect samples from various chemical tanks and document all testing activities.
• Maintain appropriate documentation for all testing activities.
• Follow company, departmental, and corporate policies and procedures.
• Adhere to Verus attendance policy and work as scheduled, including evenings, weekends, and on-call duties as needed.
• Work in a team environment and communicate effectively with team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One to six months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic computer proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to read, write, and understand safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) consistently and in accordance with OSHA and company standards.
• Ability to work safely with and around chemicals, gases, fumes, and dust.