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At a glance
KLA is hiring a Chemical Technician in Totowa, NJ. It is a full-time role in Engineering & Manufacturing, asking for at least 1 year of experience, first listed on November 1. The advertised pay is $18.71–$31.78 an hour. The description mentions Machine learning. KLA has 99 other openings in the US, 5 of them in Totowa, NJ. Across all employers on USA Jobs 24 there are 3 Engineering & Mfg openings in Totowa, NJ today; the typical one asks for 1 year.
How the pay compares
KLA advertises $18.71 to $31.78 an hour, a midpoint of $25.25 an hour. Where an offer lands in a range usually depends on experience and on the exact location. That is lower than about 68% of the 156 engineering & mfg jobs across the US that publish an hourly rate on USA Jobs 24, where the typical midpoint is $28 an hour. At 40 hours a week all year, $25.25 an hour comes to about $53,000 before tax. Convert other hourly rates To see roughly what this leaves after federal and New Jersey tax, try our take-home pay calculator.
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About hiring at KLA
KLA has 100 openings on USA Jobs 24 today across 11 states. Most are in software & IT (59), data & AI (9) and engineering & mfg (5). The biggest locations are Milpitas, CA (47), Ann Arbor, MI (13) and Hillsboro, OR (11). 3% of them are remote, 37% are open to entry-level candidates and 95% show pay. We collect KLA's jobs every day straight from its own careers system (Workday), never from job boards or agencies.
The employer's advert
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To make electronics, you need chips, wafers, transistors, reticles, and... To make these, you must see, test and manufacture them at scale—faster and better than ever before. That's where KLA comes in. Whether you're early in your career or an experienced professional, you'll solve complex challenges, work alongside brilliant minds and help shape the future of technology.
Group/Division
KLA has manufacturing sites worldwide. The Global Operations (GOPS) team, comprised of Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Installation and Quality, builds our leading-edge technology. GOPS partners with KLA's global supply base and design engineering teams to develop new products, working continuously to build better, faster and more cost-efficient solutions.What You'll Do
In this role, you will play a key part in advancing business priorities by delivering high-impact work across your area of expertise.
- Monitor chemical processes and test product quality to make sure that they meet standards and specifications.
- Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment. Maintain production equipment and troubleshoot problems.
- Quarterly planning chemical for MFG and placing chemical orders for MFG and R&D.
- Maintain inventory for receiving chemicals/outbound chemicals.
- Fulfill orders for internal requests of chemicals MFG, R&D and EGN.
- Prepare chemicals as per MFG demand and customer orders.
- Setting up, operating, and maintaining laboratory equipment and instruments.
- Ensuring the proper functioning and calibration of equipment.
- Testing chemicals, prepare documentation such proper SDS/Hazard labels.
- Chemical waste management.
- Following safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
- Participating in safety programs and audits.
- Properly handling and storing chemicals and hazardous materials.
- Move 20 liter containers from floor level to bench level.
- Prep documents for shipment readiness of chemicals outbound.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in chemistry with 1+ years of experience in handling chemicals.
- Knowledge of analytical techniques such as Titration, Conductivity, pH, UV, ICP etc.
- Experience in planning, procuring and inventory management of chemicals.
- Understanding SDS/MSDS, understand shipment requirements for chemicals.
- Collaborate with different departments to ensure no delays for chemical management.
- Participate when needed for waste management.
Minimum Qualifications
1 years of related experience
About KLA
We provide advanced inspection tools, metrology systems, process solutions, and computational analytics that make electronics possible, tackling complex challenges. From electron and photon optics to machine learning and data analytics, we seek perfection at the most fundamental level of matter in the universe. If you want to make electronics that push industries forward and make the world a better place, join us.
Total Rewards
Base Pay Range: $18.71 - $31.78 Per Hour
Primary Location: USA-NJ-Totowa-KLAKLA’s total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave.
Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Use of AI Statement
At KLA, our interviews seek to understand your individual skills, problem-solving approach and authentic thinking. To ensure a fair and consistent evaluation, the use of AI, recording tools or other technologies to generate, suggest or provide responses during interviews—whether virtual or in person—is not permitted unless explicitly approved in advance as part of a reasonable accommodation or invited by the interviewer. Use of these tools may interfere with our ability to evaluate your individual qualifications and affect your candidacy. KLA is committed to advancing innovation through responsible AI, and we value candidates who share this mindset.
Equal Opportunity Statement
KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at talent.acquisition@kla.com or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.
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