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OCCUPATION: Lab Analyst I (Assay/Analytical) DEPT.: Quality

JOB PURPOSE AND REPORTING STRUCTURE: The Lab Analyst I performs sample preparation, performs analytical and/or assay testing, and manages data in support of Materion's requirements for customers and the ISO 17025 management system. The Lab Analyst I reports to the Senior Analytical Chemist or Analytical Lab Manager as appropriate, with dotted line responsibility to the department lead.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Work with Lab Analyst II and the department lead to receive training, use the QMS software to access and acknowledge training documents and work instructions.
• Comply with all procedures and good laboratory practices.
• Follow standard procedures regarding sample preparation prior to instrumental analysis; this entails using rolling and cutting equipment, very accurate weighing of samples, hot plate acid digestion of samples, and accurate dilutions among other common laboratory procedures; attention to detail is a key requirement.
• Perform testing and data recording for provided samples using the following techniques (not necessarily a complete listing):

• ICP (MS/ OES)

• Corrosion Testing (Salt Spray)

• GDMS

• Fire Assay

• IGA (Leco)

• Alpha Count Testing

• WDXRF

• SEM/EDX (and Image Analysis)

• Maintain open and active communication with managers regarding workflow, issues, and opportunities for improvement.
• Perform basic cleaning and maintenance of equipment.
• Provide training and guidance to other lab personnel on analytical methods and practices.
• Able to maintain a safe, clean work environment, including the handling and movement of bulk acids.
• When performing some tests (e.g. fire assay), use of high temperature safety items such as heat shields, furnace gloves, and heat reflective safety clothing are a requirement. Due to the nature of the work, heat tolerance is required.
• Proficient in the use of computers, standard office software and systems (e.g. LIMS, SAP), and the ability to perform data entry accurately and quickly with no errors or transpositions.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed on the next page are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Preference will be given to candidates with a two- or four-year degree (preferably in physics, chemistry, or engineering). High school diploma, technical school, or GED required at a minimum, coupled with 2 or more years of relevant analytical experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: As this role requires effective communication with other employees and the comprehension of customer specifications and other technical documents, the individual must be very proficient in speaking and writing the English language.

MATHMATICAL SKILLS: The individual must be able to perform basic mathematical equations.

REASONING ABILITY: Sound decision making skills are a pre-requisite. Also, the individual must be able to take decisive action based on limited input and also determine when a decision requires supervisory input.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Requires the ability to operate a computer, calculator, copy machine, fax machine and telephone.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle or touch objects, tools or controls; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel and crouch. Specific visions abilities required by this job include close vision. Good manual dexterity is required for the completion of precise and accurate tasks in a repeatable fashion.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to low concentrations of fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. All such exposures are customarily within limits established by federal and state regulatory bodies. The noise level in the work environment is usually low. Use of PPE is required to perform certain job functions.

The above statement reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation.

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