Chemical Technician I
Watts Water Technologies
Perform daily chemical testing for e‑coat line, water systems, and record results.
6 days ago ago
Entry-level, Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Germantown, WI
Onsite
Company Size
5,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Design
Technical Services
Project Management
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Commercial
Plumbing
Heating
Water Quality
Water Purification
Radiant Heat
Flow Control
Role
What you would be doing
lab maintenance
bath analysis
coating inspection
process sampling
quality testing
documentation
- Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.
- Maintain lab instruments in working order
- Analyze cleaning baths for concentration of H+ or OH- to assess cleaning performance
- Analyze test panels or parts for color, coating thickness or other performance measures to validate that the parts are within specs
- Maintain an atmosphere of continuous improvement related to material process, capability, and cross functional collaboration.
- Assist Process Operator in the sampling of the e-coat line, deionized water and wastewater treatment systems.
- Comply with all safety procedures as directed
- Make list of process supplies to be requisitioned as directed
- Assist in the development of process or testing improvements, & update analysis methods as needed.
- Analyze individual color baths for % solids and MEQ to determine when additions of concentrates must be made.
- Maintain clean and orderly work areas
- Engage as a member of the Manufacturing team in daily process operation and associated sustaining engineering processes, including the following:
- Assist Quality team with incoming e-coat materials testing
- Frequently required to use hands/ fingers to push, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms.
- Assist with technical and regulatory requirements gathering and documentation.
- Document and store testing results
What you bring
wet chemistry
associate’s degree
lab instrumentation
calibration
coating line
manufacturing specs
- Experience with wet chemistry lab techniques such as titrations, standards and reagent preparation
- Ability to physically move around the office, organize or transport files, packages, or other office-related materials.
- An associate’s degree in a scientific discipline
- Ability to occasionally lift and carry light objects, such as office supplies, documents, or small equipment.
- Regularly required to talk or hear.
- Hands on testing experience with either a paints/coating line or plating line
- Ability to read documents, use a computer, and perform data entry tasks.
- Experience with proper process sample collection/storage methods
- Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures, as applicable.
- Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks, and required pre-employment testing as a condition of employment.
- 1+ years experience working with basic lab instrumentation (balances, pH meters, glassware)
- Punctuality and dependability.
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks like typing on a keyboard or using a mouse for extended periods.
- Be familiar with calibration records and schedules for calibration of lab instruments
- Familiar with how to perform verification checks on various instruments and in the basic preparation of a lab report communicating results.
- Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
- Ability to operate standard office equipment such as computers, printers, phones, and copiers.
- Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
- Knowledge of manufacturing specs and their proper use
- Basic understanding on how to follow lab testing procedures
- Ability to communicate clearly with management and coworkers, particularly in meetings or phone calls.
- Associate’s Degree in Chemistry
- Comfortable in a lab setting as well as a manufacturing environment
- Ability to remain seated at a desk or workstation for extended periods.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and depth perception
- Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
- Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
- 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
- Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
- Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
- Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
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Security clearance- must successfully establish employment eligibility and complete background checks and pre‑employment testing.
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Company
Overview
Founded 1874
Year Established
The company was established in 1874, marking the beginning of its legacy in water solutions.
Over Centuries
Years of Expertise
Possessing over a century of expertise in water safety and efficiency.
- A global leader in providing safe water, energy efficiency, and environmental sustainability solutions.
- Specializes in innovative water control, flow, and safety devices, emphasizing reliability.
- Serves residential, commercial, and industrial sectors across various regions.
- Solutions are widely used in plumbing, heating, cooling, and industrial processes.
- Involved in water management systems, energy-saving technologies, and water conservation solutions.
- Inclusivity as one of our strategic pillars, cultural behaviors, and global performance management
- High-performance, values-driven culture
- Family of companies…provides one of the broadest…solutions” (emphasis on collaboration and innovation)
30% reduction
Carbon Emissions Target
Committed to reducing absolute carbon emissions by 30% by 2034.
100+ million liters saved
Water Usage Reduction
Achieved a reduction of over 100 million liters in global water usage over the past decade.
62% reduction
Water Efficiency
Improved water use efficiency, achieving a 62% reduction in water intensity since 2018.
70,000+ people
Clean Water Access
Provided access to clean water for over 70,000 individuals across nine countries.
- Recognized among the Top 300 U.S. companies for environmental sustainability by Newsweek (2024 & 2025)
- Named one of America’s Climate Leaders 2023 by USA Today
- First company verified by The Water Council’s WAVE: Water Stewardship Verified program
Top Place to Work 2023
Massachusetts Recognition
Recognized as a Top Place to Work in Massachusetts, highlighting the company's commitment to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment.
- Incorporated inclusivity as a strategic pillar and cultural behavior
- No publicly available gender-related headcount or leadership statistics
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