Technical analyzer job description

Occidental Chemical Corporation (OxyChem) is a leading North American manufacturer of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) resins, chlorine and caustic soda – key building blocks for a variety of indispensable products such as plastics, pharmaceuticals and water treatment chemicals. Other OxyChem products include caustic potash, chlorinated organics, sodium silicates, chlorinated isocyanurates and calcium chloride. OxyChem's market position is among the top three producers in the United States in 2021 for the principal products it manufactures and markets. Based in Dallas, Texas, the company has manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Canada and Latin America.

In a fast-paced industry that demands precision, we create a supportive workplace where the safety and well-being of our employees are paramount. We are committed to rewarding top performers, offering very competitive pay and benefits, and providing tremendous career development opportunities. We are looking for an experienced and self-motivated individual to fill the position of Analyzer Tech within our Chemical Manufacturing Facility located in Geismar, Louisiana.

Essential Job Duties:

• Responsible for installing and maintaining process analyzer equipment.
• Occasionally called upon to do other I/E related work and to perform broader duties that support the goals and objectives of the maintenance department.
• Occasionally works evening and weekends to keep critical equipment in service.
• Maintain, update, report, requisition, and document the analyzer department records and resources to assure availability and dependability of test equipment, tools, spare parts, outside repairs, specifications, equipment history, vendor resources, and library resources.
• Maintain protection of the environment and the health and safety of our employees, customers, and the communities in which we operate and or transport our products, as our highest priority.
• Provide attention to detail, and dedication to work in order to ensure reliability of the work site as well as high quality product.

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*Qualifications*

• High School Diploma/GED
• This position requires proof of the NCCER certification prior to employment (electrical and/or instrumentation preferred).
• 3 or more years of experience in analyzer operations and/or maintenance including Gas Chromatographs.
• Ability to apply knowledge of electronics, chemistry, physics, mechanics of fluids and chromatography.
• Ability to understand complex analyzer sample systems and analyzer instrumentation.
• Ability to effectively function and excel in a team environment as well as work independently with minimum supervision.
• High safety and environmental awareness.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• High proficiency in Microsoft applications.
• Ability to read, write and speak in English.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team.
• Proficiency in reading comprehension and mathematical reasoning.
• Physical requirements – Must be able to lift 40 lbs, climb ladders and stairs. Walking, bending, stooping is required. Must be able to wear personal protective equipment including the use of a respirator. Must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms.

Additional Desired Qualifications:

• 12 hours of college chemistry courses or equivalent vocational training.

Occidental is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, political preference, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Our client is expanding and currently seeks an **Analyzing Technician.**

**Location** : Elgin, IL

**Contract W2** (candidate must be eligible for direct W2 contract)

**Contract Length - 5 months**

**IMPORTANT DETAILS:**

+ Shift Details: 2 nd Shift 2:45PM-11:00PM

**IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL:**

+ Analyze a wide variety of rejected electronic assemblies (product) using a variety of test equipment, simulators and troubleshooting skills to perform necessary testing and inspections to determine root cause of failures.

+ Troubleshoots and diagnoses complex problems with product, defines possible solutions and ability to clearly define root cause of problem.

+ Discuss results of failure analysis and corrective actions with supervisor, product/quality engineers and Test System engineers.

+ Identifies vendor vs. process defects.

+ Writes failure analysis reports and records data of failures.

**WHAT YOU WILL NEED FOR THIS ROLE:**

+ Associates Degree in Electronics Engineering Technology (Bachelor's Degree preferred).

+ Ability to operate/setup electronics equipment (signal generator, modulation and audio analyzers, spectrum analyzer, power meter, oscilloscopes, etc).

+ RF knowledge and 1-3 years related experience.

+ Ability to read and interpret schematics to troubleshoot down to component level is a PLUS.

+ Extensive knowledge of a wide variety of 2-way subscriber products is a PLUS.

+ Electronic and mechanical troubleshooting skills are required.

+ Must be able to explain and prove problem diagnosis.

+ Electronics Technician must be a fast learner and self-motivated, independent worker.

+ He/she must have the ability to work under pressure and the willingness to work in varying conditions.

+ The candidate must be available to support factory on weekends when requested (usually last weekend of each month)

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