Lab Technician - 4 days on, 4 days off - Cannot guarantee shift

Full job description Work 4 days on, 4 days off - You must be available to work overnights &day shift (we cannot guarantee the shift that you will be assigned)

- Starting wage: $25.65/hour After 1 year of service, pay increases to: $27.42/hour After 5 years of service, pay increases to: $35.58/hour Employee Benefits 1st Day - Medical, Dental, Vision, Short & Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance & Prescription Coverage receive $$$ if you have medical coverage under another plan Employee Perks - Company Sponsored Events (with giveaways & food trucks), Annual Company Picnic & Annual Holiday events $2500 Employee Referral Program - with no limit on how many referrals per calendar year. Our motto is: Safety First, Last & Always because if it can't be done safely it won't be done. All PPE provided (including boots & prescription safety glasses)

Global Advanced Metals is searching for a Research Technician to join our Analytical/Quality lab on a full time basis. This position will provide analytical,metallurgical and inspection services for production needs. In addition, this position will support research for process and development projects.

Preparation of samples for analysis. Document experiment details in research notebook. Maintain laboratory notebooks in adherence to Nights as needed Overnight shift Night shift Day shift Safety equipment provided Referral program Tuition reimbursement Prescription drug insurance 401(k) Health insurance 401(k) matching Paid time off Vision insurance Health savings account Dental insurance Flexible spending account Life insurance Employee assistance program Disability insurance Show fewer Global Advanced Metals (GAM) Research Notebook Policy. Sample, log and deliver samples to the laboratory. Perform analysis of samples using a wide range of analytical instrumentation, including but not limited to wet chemical, electrical and metallurgical testing methods, dry physical testing. Perform specific inspection. Daily inspection of equipment.Troubleshoot equipment as needed. Perform minor maintenance as needed. Maintain air permit compliance documents (scrubber and dust collector monitoring). Recording and reporting results using computer systems and a Laboratory Information Management System. Complete daily maintenance of laboratory instrumentation including but not limited to cleaning of critical components, replacement of consumables Calibration of instrumentation. Complete necessary forms, charts, etc.to document the process. Respond appropriately to process variations and monitor and react appropriately to internal test controls. Disposal of used, rejected materials as directed. Operate forklift and other motorized transportation equipment as necessary. Maintain quality, statistical process control records, reports and certificates Maintain safety in all assigned areas. Follow ACT (Assess, Control, Tell)methodology to prevent unsafe incidents. Participate in safety efforts(VPP, JHAs, PSSRs, Incident Investigations, self-assessment audits ,etc.). Must wear appropriate PPE per PPE matrix and/or work instruction. May be required to wear respirator. Operate equipment such as high pressure reactors, high temperature furnaces, and pressure vessels having extremely acidic, toxic,flammable, and explosive chemicals, feed pressure vessels having acidic and toxic chemicals. Handle bulk toxic, corrosive, flammable, and explosive chemicals in accordance with established safety procedures. Follow Lab Chemical Hygiene procedure. Complete batch and log sheets, with required information and file the documents and records sheets appropriately. Communicate the status of the experiment to the shift following. Report to work station on ti m ein order to receive experiment status from previous shift. Prepare samples for shipment, including appropriate paperwork. Required Skills: Ability to read, write and understand English. Good computer skills Follow oral and written instructions nd work safely Troubleshooting abilities Mechanical skills Willingness to participate on teams, working with others and dealingwith people Motor skills and coordination Ability to take initiative and plan activities Memory of written directions, ability to follow precise standards andwork practices consistently Adhere to GAM internal guidelines and regulations. Ability to work safely with hazardous materials and hazardous waste inaccordance with applicable federal (RCRA) and state (PA DEP)regulations. Hours of Operation:

Must be available to work beyond these hours if needed(i.e. morning,evening, night if needed) Laboratory Technician jobs in Boyertown, PA Jobs at Global Advanced Metals in Boyertown, PA Laboratory Technician salaries in Boyertown, PA Hiring Lab Education/Experience: Bachelors degree in a technical discipline preferred with 2 or moreyears related work experience Assoc. degree in a technical discipline with 3-5 years or more relatedwork experience High School graduate with 4-6 years or more related work experience Basic understanding of chemistry and experience handling chemicalsdesirable Job Type: Full-time Pay: $25.65 per hour Expected hours: 36 40 per week Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): Have you ever been convicted of a felony in the past 7 years? Pleaseanswer yes or no. Education: Associate (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Night Shift (Required) Overnight Shift (Required)