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Fortive Corporation Chemist in Hollister, California
PacSci EMC is seeking a Chemist to provide analytical support for engineering, manufacturing, and R&D efforts. This role involves handling and downloading components containing energetic materials and performing test procedures to meet manufacturing and R&D needs.
Key Responsibilities:
Analysis of engineering and production samples requiring handling and downloading of components containing energetic materials.
Responsible for performance of established test procedures as required to meet manufacturing, engineering, and R&D needs. Provides analytical support for failure investigation, powder processing, and R&D efforts.
Perform routine maintenance of laboratory equipment and is responsible for scheduling yearly preventative maintenance and any required repairs provided by the manufacturer or under service contracts.
Participate in meetings related to failure investigations and schedule in-house or off-site analytical testing or investigations as required.
Track analyses through the chemical project tracking system and provide results or reports (orally or written) as required by other associates based on test results.
Maintain lab safety by conforming to the Chemical Hygiene Plan. Maintain safety regulations by proper handling and storage of explosives/pyrotechnics and monitor explosives limits in the Chem Lab as required.
Document test results and maintain those results in the Chemistry database.
Maintain the Chemical Inventory database, update the inventory as needed, and confirm the laboratory/storage inventory as required.
Monitor, order, and track chemicals, chemistry supplies, and related equipment needed by the chemistry lab.
May be required to attend off-site training sessions and/or professional meetings.
Required to maintain laboratory equipment, including routine calibrations and troubleshooting/repair of those issues not requiring technical support visits.
Interface with engineering, safety, and production staff to provide analytical data and technical input in support of the development or improvement of production processes.
Responsible for acceptance and analysis of explosives, propellants, and other energetic materials.
Prepare reports, presentations, and other documentation related to engineering, manufacturing, and/or chemistry activities, including technical test plans.
Mentor lower-level chemists.
Provide safety-related chemistry (powder) demonstrations.
Collaborate with engineering associates in support of FRB-related investigations.
Development and documentation of new/revised laboratory procedures.
Interface with powder processing for the manufacture/scale-up of existing or new R&D materials.
Determine needs and prepare CARs and other documentation related to new instrumentation purchases for the chemistry lab.
Review and edit reports, presentations, and other documents related to engineering, manufacturing, and/or chemistry activities, including technical test plans and reports.
Generate white papers and support proposal preparation.
Proficient in the use of laboratory instrumentation.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills and Qualifications:
Proficient in the use of a variety of analytical chemistry methods and instrument operation, including DSC, TGA, FT-IR, Raman, UV-VIS, BET, IC, HPLC/MS, and optical/digital microscopy. Experience with PEPCAL, CHEETAH, and related software desired but not required.
Proficient in the use of PC-based software for instrument operation and data storage.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint).
Demonstrated ability to apply mathematics, science, and technology to complex problem-solving.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Education & Experience:
BS or MS degree in chemistry or related field.
5+ years of experience in a technical and manufacturing environment in the aerospace/defense industry (ordnance experience preferred).#LI-KJ1
Fortive Corporation Overview
Fortive’s essential technology makes the world stronger, safer, and smarter. We accelerate transformation across a broad range of applications including environmental, health and safety compliance, industrial condition monitoring, next-generation product design, and healthcare safety solutions.
We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in software-powered workflow solutions, data-driven intelligence, AI-powered automation, and other disruptive technologies. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to groundbreaking sustainability solutions.
We are a diverse team 18,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.
At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.
At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone.
Fortive: For you, for us, for growth.
This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.
The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 79,700.00 - 147,900.00. Base pay offered may vary depending on various factors, including, but not limited to: job-related knowledge; skills; experience; and other eligibility factors such as geographic location. The Total Rewards package includes competitive base pay and an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and several programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@fortive.com.