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Molex is seeking a Lab Technician to support our Plating Laboratory in Lincoln, Nebraska. This role is responsible for assisting with routine chemical analysis, maintaining lab equipment and records, and supporting the Chemist and production teams to ensure process compliance and product quality.

What You Will Do

• Assist with routine chemical analysis of plating baths (titration, pH, Hull Cell Panels) under the direction of the Chemist
• Prepare chemical solutions and samples for analysis
• Record and maintain accurate laboratory data and documentation
• Help monitor plating chemistry for gold, silver, and palladium baths
• Support precious metals inventory tracking and reconciliation
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment as instructed
• Assist with troubleshooting plating bath issues and reporting findings
• Help maintain chemical inventory and track expiration dates
• Support compliance with OSHA, EPA, and internal EHS standards
• Assist with audits (ISO/IATF) and ensure documentation is up to date
• Coordinate with EHS and waste treatment vendors for safe disposal of waste chemicals
• Support wastewater treatment operation and monitor discharge water quality as directed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Chemist or management

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Associate's Degree in Chemistry/ Science OR 2+ years laboratory experience
• Experience working in a laboratory or manufacturing environment including chemical handling and laboratory safety
• Documentation and organizational skills
• Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience in plating or electroplating operations
• Familiarity with precious metals handling
• Experience supporting audits or compliance activities

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Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

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