Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is seeking a Quality Tech I, Chemical Lab in our Fullerton, CA location.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

The primary function of this position is to acquire and analyze chemical process solution samples, monitor cooling system, boilers, waste treatment water and water softeners and perform periodic testing in accordance with work order specifications and industry standards.

• Check the work schedule, obtain supplies required to perform the work and prepare for operations.
• Put on all the required Personal Protective Equipment and Safety Gear.
• Perform a safety check on any equipment to be used in the daily operations and ensure all safety devices are functioning properly.
• Check the work order for solutions to be sampled and analyzed.
• Work with outside vendors to obtain chemicals, quotes for projects and equipment and submit into Oracle purchasing system.
• Keep inventory of all chemicals used in lab, processing, and NDT, work with EHS for testing and ordering new chemicals.
• Monitor cooling system, boilers, water softeners, and waste treatment water as per the predetermined maintenance schedule.
• Perform other special analytical projects as assigned.
• Complete paperwork for processing certifications at a computer workstation.
• Calibrate machines in department and make lab products and lubricants as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Performs general housekeeping duties in work area as needed.
• At end of shift, secures equipment and completes all necessary paperwork.
• Participate in preparation and execution of Nadcap chemical process audits.

Basic Qualifications:

• Experience with basic titrations and solution analysis
• Basic knowledge of wet chemistry
• Familiar with basic instruments such as pipettes, hydrometers, thermometers, etc.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and procedures manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. I
• ntermediate computer skills including electronic mail, word, excel, routine database activity, graphs, etc.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefits/Salary:

The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation. Howmet Aerospace curates a strong working environment through opportunities for career progression, community engagement activities, and flexible schedules contingent upon role and location. The salary range for this position is $18.00 to $23.00.