Laboratory Technician (31120)

Pentagon Technologies, Inc. is a leader in providing mission-critical semiconductor cleaning chamber services that touch every device with a computer chip inside. Our customers include the largest semiconductor chip and OEM tool manufacturers in the industry. We are at the forefront of our industry through innovation, technical proficiency, and through our amazing employees. Our industry is experiencing unprecedented growth and Pentagon is seeking outstanding candidates to join our team!

Position Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to support inductively-Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS) and Liquid Particle Count testing in a semiconductor manufacturing environment. Training will be provided on the job for all ICP-MS support, operations, maintenance, and data interpretation. This role requires strong attention to detail, willingness to learn, adherence to meticulous cleanroom protocols, and effective communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and reliable results.

This is a full-time, non-exempt position, ideal for individuals looking to build skills in a cleanroom laboratory setting and grow within a dynamic and innovative work environment.

**We have a position available on Swing Shift (M-F, 2pm-10:30pm). OT and Occasional Weekends required**

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Includes but is not limited to the following. Other duties may be assigned:

• Prepares, and safely handles chemical solutions according to written specifications, conduct accurate extractions, and assist in the development of new engineering processes as requested.
• Organizes ICP-MS queue, and cleans, sterilizes, and dries ICP-MS labware to maintain a safe and functional lab environment. Performs inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS), and liquid particle count (LPC) testing on critical parts per established procedures and specifications.
• Ensures equipment, tools, and laboratory instruments are in safe and proper working conditions, and preventive maintenance (PM) tasks are completed. Restocks and distributes cleanroom supplies, tracks labware inventory, and reports low stock to supervisor
• Follows strict clean room protocols, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and good laboratory practices (GLPs) including proper gowning procedures and maintaining contamination-free practices.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in FileMaker, JIRA, and other required databases for process tracking and safety logs,
• Communicates effectively with team members, production leadership, quality, and engineering teams to help monitor product flow or escalate issues to ensure consistent, reliable, and timely processing of parts, and.
• Supports local logistics tasks, including pickups with shipping departments, and participate in special projects and continuous improvement initiatives as assigned by the Lab Supervisor.