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Job#: 2044696

Job Description:

Metals Laboratory Technician

Responsibilities:

• Conduct analyses by employing atomic spectroscopy, x-ray fluorescence, electrochemical, wet chemical, mechanical testing, LECO and metallography techniques.
• Choosing appropriate equipment, standards and methods for analysis.
• Check equipment for correct operation and report malfunctions to supervision.
• Perform calibrations and check calibrations, as needed.
• Analyze samples, evaluate results and respond appropriately.
• Locate references for conducting analyses.
• Maintain laboratory equipment & inventory.
• Obtain representative samples for analysis.
• Prepare, label and store samples and materials appropriately.
• Know the major use and general characteristics of materials used.
• Dispose of materials and samples.
• Classify chemicals according to reactivity.
• Identify incompatible chemicals and specific categories of hazardous chemicals.
• Use chemical reference handbooks.
• Know how to access information regarding chemicals.
• Troubleshoot causes of nonconformance and equipment failure.
• Modify and develop testing methods with supervisors approval.
• Locate references for additional methods.
• Conduct minor repairs on equipment.
• Identify problems that need service from an outside source.
• Apply principles of AA and emission spectroscopy and mechanical testing to duties.

Required:

• BS Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related.
• Previous laboratory experience from education or industry

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.