Lab Technician -VIM

Universal Technical Resource Services, Inc. (UTRS) is currently seeking a candidate for a Laboratory Technician to work in the Butte, MT, titanium research facility. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is interested in pursuing a technical career and has experience working in a chemical or material science laboratory.

This position will support the Titanium Research Laboratory, maintain accurate records of experiments, and other various duties as directed by the supervisor.

Duties:

 ·      Support laboratory operation (e.g., chemical blending, bead blasting, acid washing).

 ·      Perform sample preparation and analysis using sophisticated equipment.

 ·      Operate various types of high temperature furnaces. 

 ·      Prepare samples, analyze experiments, and send samples out for analysis.

 ·      Keep accurate records of experimental testing, organize various forms of information, enter and maintain these data in the database.

 ·       Assist with and perform laboratory experiments.

 ·       Report activities both written and orally.

 ·       Perform other duties as directed by the supervisor.

Job Requirements and Qualifications:

·       Must have hands-on experience working in a chemical laboratory.

·       Degree in chemistry or related field, or a minimum of 2 years of experience working with high temperature furnaces (e.g., Vacuum Induction Melting [VIM], Vacuum Arc Remelt [VAR], etc.), vacuum chambers and vacuum pumps used in metal melting equipment.

·       Knowledge of laboratory safety protocol and must follow chemical/metallurgical laboratory procedures.

·       Experience entering, organizing, and storing information in a large database program is highly desirable.

·       Very good attention to detail.

·       Ability to work accurately and efficiently.

·       Experience working with chemicals (acids, flammable and corrosive materials, etc.).

·       Proficient with MS Office software.

·       Familiarity with a wide range of chemical analytical testing procedures is a plus.

·       Must be able to switch between tasks as needed for efficient workflow.

·       Ability to work independently with little supervision and in a team environment.

·       Adaptable to new situations, equipment, and work environments.

·       Ability to lift up to 50lbs. may be required on occasion.

·       Enthusiasm and curiosity for science in general is a must.

·       Must be a US Citizen or able to obtain clearance to work in the USA.

Read about our benefits here: Our Benefits - UTRS | Thinking Forward

UTRS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. UTRS is a drug-free workplace with pre-employment drug testing and background verifications.

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