Chemical Technician II (Weekday Days)

  • Danaher Corporation
  • Coralville, Iowa
  • Full Time

Bring more to life.

Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

At Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT), one of Danahers 15+ operating companies, our work saves livesand were all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.

Youll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danahers system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact innovating at the speed of life.

Our team at Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT), is united by a commitment to collaboration and scientific excellence, building on a strong foundation of innovation, expertise, and reliability. Guided by our vision to help researchers rapidly move from the lab to life-changing advances, we work closely with global partners to accelerate progress and genomics breakthroughs across fields like cancer, infectious disease, rare genetic disorders, and more. At IDT, youll be part of a culture rooted in continuous learning and improvementwhere your growth fuels our mission to accelerate the pace of genomics and helps shape a healthier, brighter future for all.

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The Chemical Technician II is responsible for producing high quality buffers that are used both IDT worldwide and sent directly to customers.

This position reports to the Chemical Processing Supervisor and is part of the Chemical Processing Buffers department l ocated in Coralville Iowa and will be an on-site role.

Planned Work Schedule: Monday Thursday, 7:00am 6:00pm.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Utilizes ERP system to monitor inventory levels, schedule and create work orders, transfer material and decrement from the system

  • Changes and dispenses materials for production, follows the current processes for manufacturing, storage, and transportation of chemicals, including handling regulated waste, and actively participates in the Hazardous Material Spill Response Team

  • Gathers, interprets, and analyzes scale readouts, pH/conductivity readings and BBMS scripts. Will be required to troubleshoot issues with quality and delivery as they ari se

The essential requirements of the job include

  • At least 2 years of applicable experience

  • Ability to meet all required IDT certifications required for the role, such as HAZWOPER 24hr-Technician Certification (requiring Medically fit to participate in IDTs Respirator Program), RCRA awareness certification, certified Powered Industrial Truck Operator

  • The ability to be medically clear and adhere to IDTs Respiratory Program is a condition of employment and continued employment. Individuals in these functions will need to be tested, pass, and be fitted for respirator use as part of standard personal-protective equipment

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:

  • Very Heavy - Exert 100 lbs. of force occasionally and/or 50 lbs. of force frequently

  • Visual and auditory acuity

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

  • Bachelors degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or a related field

  • Making sound decisions when mixing bulk chemicals and troubleshooting equipment without direct supervisor input

  • Working with basic chemistry and mathematics, including unit conversations necessary to perform in-process adjustments

IDT, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether its a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info .

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note : No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Companys sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Join our winning team today. Together, well accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrows science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

For more information, visit www.danaher.com .

Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.

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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at applyassistance@danaher.com to request accommodation.

Job ID: 488089966
Originally Posted on: 8/4/2025

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