Vast is looking for a Post Processing Technician, reporting to the Fabrication Supervisor, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. This will be a full-time, non-exempt position located in our Hawthorne location. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment where quick communication and effective execution are key.

This position is for our 2nd shift schedule, which operates from 2pm-10:30pm.

Responsibilities

• Perform sample collection.
• Handle solvents and other chemicals.
• Maintain lot number traceability and serialization of parts.
• Maintain Inventory of lab consumables.
• Perform chemical processing/metal finishing using all applicable methods.
• Precision cleaning Class 1-5 in support of all Vast programs.
• Work in pre-clean and cleanroom environments according to proper protocols.
• Particle count and NVR for entire cleanrooms.
• Maintain cleanliness of lab.
• Analyze and implement projects to improve the work center.
• Provide technical support of chemical processing within Vast.
• Ensure all processes are available, monitoring processing and lab equipment condition/replacement needs, tracking parameters to ensure safety of hardware and operators as well as product, ensure all documentation is current and coordinate with EH&S.
• Manage chemical inventory of production line and chemical laboratory.
• Perform chemical additions and adjustments of process chemistry based off analytical data and trends.
• Solve and troubleshoot chemical processing difficulties.
• Utilize computer software such as Microsoft Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Basic Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience working in a precision cleaning or metal finishing role.
• 2+ years of experience mixing and using chemical coatings.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years in the metal finishing/chemical processing field.
• Knowledge of metallic chemical processing; chemical conversion coating, passivation, cleaning, electroplating, and anodizing.
• Experience with industrial equipment, chemical work, or electrochemical operations (electroplating, anodizing, conversion coatings, cleaning of unusual metals, etc.)
• Experience selecting and assembling mechanical hardware.
• Experience documenting work in official records or work reports.
• Eagerness and demonstrated record of working as a member of small teams to accomplish tasks safely and efficiently.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and careful work practices around industrial hazards.

Pay Range:

• Post ProcessingTechnician I: $21.00- $28.00
• Post ProcessingTechnician II: $24.00-$33.00