Hybrid Chem Lab Associate bei Alpha Measurement Solutions, LLC

Description

Chemistry Lab Associate Job Description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

AlpHa Measurement Solutions is a liquid sensor technology platform serving the complex testing needs of water quality in pharmaceutical, laboratory, and industrial markets with an unmatched combination of precision, reliability, innovation, and flexibility. We are a vertically integrated manufacturer, creating thousands of units and processing hundreds of orders and shipments each day for customers throughout the world. We approach the market with three core brands: AlpHa, Van London, and ANDalyze.

Our privately held company has over 100 years of liquid sensing experience, is growing, and currently employs 230 team members in Houston, Texas and 115 in Shanghai, China. Our global headquarters is conveniently located in Houston at the southwest intersection of I-69 and Sam Houston Tollway, just north of Sugar Land.

WHAT MAKES ALPHA MEASUREMENT SOLUTIONS SPECIAL

Corporate Social Responsibility Statement

At AlpHa Measurement Solutions, we make analytical sensors and instruments that are essential to everyday life. What we do matters; our products are used to test and monitor water quality in industrial, health, and safety applications worldwide. Our sensors are critical for wastewater and drinking water processing, environmental monitoring, pharmaceutical (vaccine) manufacturing, food & beverage supply, power generation, and many other fundamental applications.

Municipalities, multinational organizations, and system integrators rely upon our sensors as critical, consumable components of their systems around the globe. We at AlpHa understand the important role we play in ensuring safe drinking water, clean aqueous environments, and the general health and safety of communities worldwide

BENEFITS & PERKS

· Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

· Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)

· Life Insurance

· Short-Term Disability

· 401k

· Life insurance

· Paid Vacation

· 8 Paid Holidays per year

· Paid Jury Duty Leave

· Recognition and Reward Programs

· Diverse & Inclusive Work Culture

OPPORTUNITY

AlpHa Measurement Solutions is a growth-oriented sensor technology company deeply committed to continuous innovation and recognizes a need to strengthen operational manufacturing capabilities to meet increased demand and support continued growth.

We have an immediate need for a hands-on Chemistry Laboratory Associate to join our Houston-based team. This individual will report directly to the Director of Chemistry.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Summary

This position fulfills internal & external customers’ work orders in a timely manner, ensures all guidelines are followed, supports the work of the manager, and assists team members and other areas when schedule and workload permit. The position follows standard work methods and safe work practices to ensure effective and efficient production in the lab while completing work orders with a high degree of accuracy.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the following functions:

Essential Functions

Always adhere to Alpha’s CORE VALUES when executing an action.

• Manufacturer liquid chemical solutions and gels using ulta-pure water and chemical powders while following Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs).
• Perform product testing to support lab production following the instructions of SOPs.
• Fill plastic bottles with solutions and gels per work orders requirements.
• Manufacture various sensing elements for electrochemical, optical, and DNA-based sensors.
• Maintain finished goods inventory accuracy within our ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system through accurate and timely work order transactions and cycle counts.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Perform other duties as required and assigned; duties and activities may change over time.

Key Competencies of the Role

• Integrity & Trust • Time Management
• Technical learning • Perseverance & Patience
• Priority Setting • Action Oriented

Physical Demands

At times, the position may require the employee to work in a back-lit room. At times, the position may also require the employee to operate manual or automatic press machines. The employee also may be asked to set up an d utilize specific equipment such as a low torque mixer, spin coater, fiber laser, and ventilation hoods. Wearing standard PPE such as lab coat, safety glasses, face mask or respirators may be required. The employee is required to sit, stand, use hands and fingers to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms.

AlpHa Measurement Solutions provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, AlpHa Measurement Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

AlpHa Measurement Solutions expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Improper interference with the ability of AlpHa Management Solutions’ employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Requirements

Required Qualifications and Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous chemistry lab experience preferred.
• Able to pay attention to details and operate with a level of precision.
• Ability to perform basic numerical and math skills.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft basics (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Must be comfortable handling chemicals, especially in powder form, while following safety guidelines.
• Must be confident operating high-temperature equipment in accordance with safety protocols.
• Occasional lifting of up to 35 pounds may be required
• Expected to comfortably work and converse with diverse team members.
• Must be conversant in English for safe and effective performance of the job.
• Occasional overtime to meet business needs.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S.