Lab Chemist/MFG Chamber Operation
Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS), a division of Amphenol Corporation, is a world leader in interconnect solutions for Communications, Mobile, RF, Optics, and Commercial electronics markets. Amphenol Corporation is one of the world’s largest designers and manufacturers of electrical, electronic and fiber optic connectors and interconnect systems, antennas, sensors and sensor-based products and coaxial and high-speed specialty cable. ACS has an expansive global presence in research and development, manufacturing, and sales. We design and manufacture a wide range of innovative connectors as well as cable assemblies for diverse applications including server, storage, data center, mobile, RF, networking, industrial, business equipment, and automotive.
Position: Lab Chemist/MFG Chamber Operation
Location: Etters, PA
Summary:
This position selects test methods, provides training in the use of these methods, analyzes and reports data and conclusions, establishes analytical test criteria and procedures. This person must be familiar with Chemistry and connector technology and testing; must be good with their hands and able to perform hands-on equipment repair. The position entails interfacing with both internal and external customers to discuss testing/analysis requirements and to communicate results and conclusions. This role will interface closely with other laboratory personnel to verify the proper methods and techniques are used, to verify the quality of the data, and to provide written reports of their work.
Main Duties:
Chemist
- Perform resin/polymer analyses using Capillary Rheometer, DSC, FTIR, TGA, and TMA equipment.
- Moisture absorbance of polymers
- Maintain Lab polymer library
- Contact Porosity tests: Nitric Acid vapor, Gel, Sulfuric Acid vapor
- Manage lab chemical inventory and storage
- Manage water purification systems for the lab.
Mixed Flowing Gas Corrosion Chamber Operation
- Gas handling, including, ordering, storage, and connecting to MFG chambers
- Manage gas calibrations and mass flow meters for proper gas concentration in the chambers
- Chamber/equipment maintenance: gas analyzers, flow meters, permeation tubes, heaters, humidifiers
CT scanner back-up operator
Requirements:
- Minimum BS degree in Chemistry or comparable major
- 3+ year’s current experience in a similar environment preferred
- Experience/knowledge of polymer analyses techniques and applicable equipment
- Experience with electronic and plumbing repairs
- Advanced trouble shooting skills
Physical Requirements:
- Sitting, standing, walking, visual acuity, lifting up to 25 pounds.
Amphenol Corporation is proud of our reputation as an excellent employer. Our focus is to provide the highest level of support and responsiveness to both our employees and our customers, the world's largest technology companies. Amphenol Corporation offers the opportunity for career growth within a global organization. We believe that Amphenol Corporation is unique in that every employee, regardless of his or her position, can positively impact the business.
Amphenol is an “Equal Opportunity Employer”
Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin
For additional company information please visit our website at https://www.amphenol-cs.com/