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JOB PURPOSE AND REPORTING STRUCTURE: The Analytical Chemist will perform analytical testing of in-house products by various analytical techniques, as well as provide technical support to the laboratory team in support of Materion's requirements for customers and the ISO 17025 management system. The Analytical Chemist reports to the Analytical Lab Manager.

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

• Operation, calibration, preventive maintenance, and routine troubleshooting of analytical instruments, including ICP-OES, ICP-MS, and AAS.
• Work with the Senior Analytical Chemist to qualify, develop, validate, and continuously improve the analytical equipment, test methods, and practices used in the lab to generate high quality and timely test results.
• Work with the Senior Analytical Chemist to provide technical support in relation to equipment, test methods, and practices. Examples include the selection, installation, maintenance, and method development for any equipment used in the lab.
• Participate in qualification of new analytical instruments and implementation of new analytical methods.
• Write/review Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions.
• Provide effective training to other lab personnel on use of analytical equipment and systems.
• 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.
• Maintain open and active communication with management and peers regarding workflow, issues, and opportunities for improvement.
• Follow all clean-up and housekeeping procedures. Comply with all quality, safety, and work rules and regulations. Provide suggestions regarding quality and safety improvements.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below 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.

• Preference will be given to candidates with a two- or four-year degree (preferably in a STEM field). OR High school diploma, technical school, or GED required at a minimum, coupled with 7-10 years of relevant analytical laboratory experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Sound decision making skills are required. The individual must be able to take decisive action based on limited input and also determine when a decision requires supervisory input.
• Able to perform intermediate mathematical calculations
• Basic understanding of ASTM standards and requirements for ISO 17025 accreditation
• Proficient in the use of Excel functions, LIMS (including maintenance of functions related to daily operations), and other standard office software.

The selection of the person to be hired for this position is contingent on the candidate having export compliance eligibility for access to U.S. controlled technology which comes under the licensing jurisdiction of the U.S. Department of State, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the U.S. Department of Commerce, Export Administration Regulations (EAR).

The candidate selected will have to qualify as either a U.S. citizen, a U.S. National, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., a Person Admitted into the U.S. as an Asylee or Refugee., a National of a country that is not prohibited from having access to U.S. controlled technology (via a letter of assurance), or a Person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on Materion's determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with Materion's business requirements.

Materion Corporation and its subsidiaries (the "Company") is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company's policy to not unlawfully discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Company's personnel representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Materion's Veteran Employee Resource group supports veterans and promotes the benefits of hiring veterans in the workplace. We honor all those who have served and are a military friendly company. Veterans are encouraged to apply and military experience and skills are transferrable to Materion careers.

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