Laboratory Chemist -Special Process

Role

About The Role

• The Laboratory Chemist will be responsible for conducting chemical analysis and testing on various materials used in aerospace surface treatments.
• This position involves developing and optimizing chemical processes to improve product quality and performance.
• The role requires ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards while working with hazardous materials.
• Monitor the quality of surface treatments applied, ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer specifications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any technical issues related to surface treatment processes and equipment.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits of the surface treatment area to maintain safety and cleanliness standards.
• Monitor critical process parameters (e.g., temperature, current density, pH, chemical concentration) to ensure consistent quality.
• Ensure strict adherence to process specifications, work instructions, and control plans.
• Report and manage non-conformities through root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Inspect incoming chemicals and plating salts for quality compliance.
• Analyze test panels or actual treated components for coating thickness, adhesion, corrosion resistance, etc.
  

About The Team

• You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, production staff, and quality control personnel.
• The team focuses on collaboration and innovation to enhance surface treatment processes for aerospace applications.
• Emphasis is placed on continuous improvement and fostering a culture of safety and excellence within the lab environment.
  

You Are Responsible For

• Performing routine and specialized analyses on coatings, chemicals, and substrates to assess their performance and compatibility.
• Documenting experimental results and maintaining accurate records of laboratory activities and findings.
• Collaborating with production teams to troubleshoot and improve existing surface treatment processes based on laboratory results.
  

• A degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field, with relevant laboratory experience.
• Strong knowledge of chemical properties, processes, and laboratory safety protocols.
• Proficiency in analytical techniques and instrumentation commonly used in a chemistry laboratory.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Effective communication skills to present findings and collaborate with colleagues across various departments.