Technician Specialist

 

Job Description

Grace is a leading Manufacturer of Specialty Chemicals and is seeking an experienced Technical Specialist for our Baltimore/Curtis Bay, MD Plant. Grace is seeking a Technician Specialist to join the Analytical Services Center (ASC). This role reports to the Laboratory Chemist at the ASC in Curtis Bay/Baltimore, MD. As a Technician Specialist and a member of a team, you will be required to a rotating shift schedule that consists of 8 hour shifts, 5 days a week. Shifts may vary between 1st, 2nd, and 3rd. Overtime may be required, however expected to be minimal.

Responsibilities

• The ideal candidate will have strong organization and interpersonal skills with knowledge in basic chemistry, math, and computers.
• Assists engineers and scientists with a variety of laboratory tasks
• Performs chemical analyses and scientific tests using both routine and nonroutine techniques in compliance with all safety standards
• Collects, analyzes and processes laboratory samples
• Records results of tests, organizes data, performs basic computations, and prepares reports and analyzes using standard procedures and guidelines
• Operates, maintains and makes basic repairs on laboratory test equipment, apparatus, systems and supplies.
• Provides technical support to customers.
• Provides a basic level of product knowledge, assists in trouble shooting, basic start up and proper application
• Strong written and oral communication skills along with computer experience are important.
• Has basic skills in an analytical or scientific method or operational process.
• Other duties as assigned 
• Ability to follow safety protocols and standards working in a laboratory environment with hazardous chemicals
• Must be willing to wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) including but not limited to hard hat, protective eyewear, steel-toed boots, hearing protection and full face respirator.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally

Required Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent (GED) 
• Will typically have at least 2-4 years related technical experience if High school education
• Will typically have at least 0-2 years related technical experience if BS in related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years (2) of college level course work in related field

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance and Disability

Grace Wellness Program

Flexible Workplace

Retirement Plans 

401(k) Company Match – Dollar to dollar up to the first 6%

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Parental Leave (salaried only)

Tuition Reimbursement

Company Donation Match Program

U.S. Employee Benefits Summary (grace.com)

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