Chemical Technician

PDS Tech, Inc. is seeking a Chemical Technician / Formulation Technician in Milwaukee, WI

How will you make an impact?
The Chemical Technician / Formulation Technician is responsible to

• perform equipment cleaning,
• staging of manufacturing materials,
• manage and handle hazardous waste according to current procedures,
• maintain accurate physical and electronic inventory levels by correctly issuing materials in the system.

What will you do?

• Follow established methods and standard operating procedures
• Prepare chromatographic supports and reagents
• Packing and un-packing of chromatographic columns.
• Clean and maintain production equipment, clean and organize storage, laboratory and receiving areas
• Follows World Class Manufacturing or continuous improvement guidelines to support Operations
• The position is also responsible for any other duties apparent or assigned

How will you get here?
Education:

• Associates degree in Science (Chemistry is preferred) or High School diploma/GED

Experience:

• 1-2 years' active experience in handling chemicals, glassware and equipment
• Ability to read, understand and follow work instructions. Ability to convey pertinent written and verbal information
• Basic mathematical skills (including knowledge in use of the metric system, conversions, and calculations)
• Ability in the use of electronic systems (computer etc.) and MS office (word, excel) knowledge
• Comfortable in handling chemicals, solvents, and potentially hazardous/bio-hazardous substances
• Must be available to work overtime, including weekends as production schedule warrants

Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, stoop, stand, bend, kneel, crouch and crawl. Also use hands to finger, handle, manipulate, or feel objects, tools, and controls

• The employee frequently lifts and/or move 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds with assistance
• Specific vision abilities required for this position include close vision, distant vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus and differentiate between basic colors.
• Must understand and comply with RCRA Standards by successfully completing initial training for Hazardous Waste Handling within 90 days of date of hire, comply with standards, and annual training.

PDS Tech, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

Founded in 1977, PDS Tech, Inc. is one of the nation's premier specialty staffing firms with 31 offices nationwide. We offer a full range of benefits including:

• Health insurance
• Paid holidays
• Weekly payroll
• Immediate 401(k) eligibility
• Completion Bonuses
• Training
• Please note availability of benefits may vary by position

PDS specializes in Engineering and IT arenas including Aerospace, Defense, Electronics, Telecommunications, Automotive, and Energy just to name a few. Our reputation, track record, and years of continuous growth reflect the commitment to quality that our employees and clients experience first-hand. To find out more about PDS, please visit

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