Chemist Technician

Olin Winchester, LLC (“Winchester”), considered one of the world’s leading ammunition manufacturers, is seeking a Chemist Technician. This position will be located at the Independence, MO facility. With a reputation steeped in tradition, we have earned the moniker, ‘The American Legend’ by delivering on our commitment to excellence in everything we do – including staffing our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities with diverse, energetic employees. Read on to learn more about this exciting opportunity and join our quest for the best.

Essential Functions*:

• Conduct Qualitative and Quantitative Chemical and Metallurgical Duties as assigned.
• Analyze samples by wet chemistry methods and laboratory instruments including HPLC, GC, FTIR, ICP, IC, UV/Vis, TGA, DSC.
• Prepare metallurgical samples by appropriate procedures.
• Conduct metallurgical analysis by ASTM methods for hardness, grain size, plating thickness, tension strength, and other metallurgical methods as required.
• Work includes safe analysis and measurement of flammable, caustic, acidic, energetic, and pyrotechnic materials.
• Review, update, and maintain laboratory procedures.
• Prepare and organize samples for analysis.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Conduct experiments, record procedures, and document results.
• Perform quality control checks and report deviations.
• Follow safety protocols and dispose of hazardous waste properly.
• Maintain an inventory of chemicals and laboratory supplies.
• Collaborate with team members and researchers.
• Communicate effectively with scientists, engineers, and laboratory staff.
• Propose and implement solutions to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Position Requirements*:

• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate's* or Bachelor’s Degree* in metallurgical, chemistry, chemical technology preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years hands-on experience in a laboratory setting.
• Minimum of 5 years of familiarity with Chemical / Metallurgical laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
• Prefer experience in the use of and having a working knowledge of a Scanning Electron Microscope/EDAX.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and procedures.
• Position requires obtaining a Government Driver’s License for use at Lake City AAP.
• This position requires access to ITAR controlled technical data, and as such, employment will be contingent upon the candidate's ability to access ITAR controlled technical data pursuant to an export license approved by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls if required.
• This position requires successful vetting as an Employee Possessor in accordance with U.S. Department of Justice and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
• This position requires successful vetting for unescorted access in accordance with U.S. Army and Department of Defense access policies.

What’s in it for you?

While many of our employees have worked at Olin for their entire careers, we constantly strive to bring new people with new points of view into the company. Your career is important to us, and we work with you to create development plans that help you achieve your career goals.

Our employees enjoy the following employment enhancements and more:

• Paid parental leave (up to 160 hours) and additional leave programs
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance effective Day 1
• Fertility Benefits (lifetime maximum $25,000)
• 401(k) with an employer match and retirement contribution account
• Paid Time Off
• Volunteer Paid Time Off Program
• Short term incentive program participation
• Diverse Employee Networks
• Alternate work schedules (location/role specific)
• Employee Ammunition Purchase Program

Why Winchester?

Winchester is one of three proud business units of Olin Corporation. Olin began in 1892 and has steadily grown to become an industry leader in both ammunition and chemicals manufacturing. Winchester, Olin Chlor Alkali Products & Vinyls and Olin Epoxy employ approximately 8,000 professionals in more than 20 countries with customers in nearly 100 countries around the globe.

• This list is not intended to be all-inclusive.

• Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship to applicants not authorized to work in the US.

**Degree must be from a school that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of Education of the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent program from an international university.

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Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.