SCIENTIFIC TECHNICIAN (TSU) in USA - FC

• A large producer of high quantity and high quality magazines and catalogs.

• As a Scientific Technician, you will play a crucial role in supporting our engineering and chemistry professionals to optimize production and quality of printing and/or binding equipment. You will modify, maintain, and troubleshoot mechanisms, ensuring optimal operation of our press equipment through precise adjustments and maintenance practices. Your work will directly support projects requiring in-depth technical knowledge of printing processes, including the adjustment of variables such as temperature, pressure, and tension, based on theoretical knowledge and practical experience in the field.

Key Responsibilities:

• Directly support engineering and chemistry professionals in the assessment and optimization of printing press setups for various projects.
• Utilize theoretical knowledge and practical experience to identify and troubleshoot potential problems, including those related to artwork, material, and machine-based concerns.
• Conduct detailed analysis of control mechanisms for input variables (e.g., supply, strength, cleanliness of paper, ink, etc.) and printing functions to ensure optimal ink and water balance.
• Participate in and advise on the maintenance and mechanical troubleshooting of press operating equipment, including precise machined parts.
• Initiate repairs and participate in scheduled maintenance, applying principles of engineering, chemistry, and continuous improvement methods to practical problems and research.

JOB INFORMATION

• POSITIONS AVAILABLE: 10
• JOB TYPE: FULL TIME
• WAGE: - Entry salary starts at $20.00/hr if housing is provided; - Entry salary starts at $22.00/hr if housing is NOT provided;
• IS THERE A SHIFT PREMIUM? There are no shift premiums. This job is for night shift work.
• HOURS PER WEEK: 40+
• OVER TIME: average of 3 hours a week
• WORKWEEK: 12 hour shifts start from 6 pm to 6 am or 8 pm to 8 am. Training however will occur on daylight shifts
• HOURS PER WEEK: 84 hours in a two week period. One week 36 hours, the other 48 hours of which 8 are paid at the OT rate. OVER TIME: Yes, besides the regular 8 every other week, They can expect another 16 hours every two weeks.
• WORKWEEK: 12 hour shifts start from 6 pm to 6 am or 8 pm to 8 am. Training however will occur on daylight shifts - In a 14 day period they work 7 days. - One weekend is work every two weeks and one weekend is off every two weeks - This is a night shift position although training and other activities may occur on day shift.
• CAN THEY WORK EXTRA DAYS?: Yes, 2 or 3 days
• WILL THEY WORK WEEKENDS?: Yes, there is mandatory work every other weekend and extra work often available the other weekend. We do not pay a premium for working weekends, but of course if it overtime they get OT rate.
• PAYMENT DAYS: Biweekly on Wednesday
• PAYMENT TYPE: Check or direct deposit
• BREAK TIMES: Employees are alloted 3 breaks during their shifts.

• CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK: Criminal Background Check from México might be required.
• DRUG TEST: No pre employment test; but, If an employee appears to be under the influence while at work, we reserve to ask him to take a drug test. Full details of our drug policy are contained in our Employee Handbook.
• ENGLISH LEVEL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to read, write, speak and understand work instruction and communicate with coworkers.
• DRIVERS LICENSE REQUIRED: He will need to take a vision-screening test and complete Form DL-180R (PDF), "Application for Pennsylvania Non-Commercial Driver's License By Out-of-State Non-CDL Driver." In addition,he will need to show proof of identification and residency and Social Security card.
• TYPE OF UNIVERSITY DEGREE DESIRED: Associate degree.
• MUST BE ABLE TO LIFT: 40lbs.

JOB INCENTIVES

• WORKER COMPENSATION INSURANCE?: Yes
• 401K: Yes
• HEALTHCARE INSURANCE: Yes.
• PAID VACATION AND PAID SICK TIME: 40 hours paid vacation every 26 weeks. No paid sick leave.
• REFERRAL PROGRAM: Yes, please ask your recruiter, to understand the way it operates.

TRANSPORTATION

• PAID FLIGHT TO BUSINESS LOCATION?: Yes, will be deducted from paycheck and reimbursed after 9 months of start date. Pay close attention to your paystubs. 
• PAID FLIGHT HOME: No, this is a permanente position.
• TRAVEL FOOD EXPENSE COVERED: One time reimbuirsement, must save receipts.
• MEAL UPON ARRIVAL: Yes 
• GROCERY STIPEND: Yes we will provide a grocery stipend upon arriva
• TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM WORKSITE: Free for first 6 months, worker must secure own transportation after that period.

HOUSING:

• HOUSING OPTION: Available for 24 months @ $200/month
• HOUSING TYPE: Shared with other workers
• INDIVIDUAL OR SHARED ROOMS: Individual room in shared housing.
• RENT PER PERSON: $200/mo
• UTILITIES INCLUDED: Yes
• WiFi: Yes
• LAUNDRY: Yes, not coin operated
• STANDARD EXPENSES THE COMPANY WILL BE PAYING/REIMBURSING FOR. A) Employee pays for expenses involved in the process and gets economically involved in the process; B) The employer reimburses this expenses after 9months that the worker has been providing his/her services.

1. Airplane fee to arrive to the place of employment: Yes, will pay upfront.
2. Consular Fee: Yes, employee pays and employer reimburses after 9 months after the start date. Fee is $185 USD at this point;
3. Reciprocity fee: Yes, employee pays and employer reimburses after 9 months after the start date. Fee is $382 USD at this point.
4. Other expenses: Employer will provide up to $300 USD reimbursement for all those other expenses such as hotel, bus, flight, meals, etc., that employee spends during the visa processing with Consulate/CBP. This will also bereimbursed after 9 months of start date, and employee must save and trun in the receipts.

NOTE: Reimbursement will only occur if Visa is approved.

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