SCIENTIFIC TECHNICIAN (TSU) in USA - FC

A large producer of high quantity and high quality magazines and catalogs. As a Scientific Technician, you will play a crucial role in supporting our engineering and chemistry professionals to optimize production and quality of printing and/or binding equipment. You will modify, maintain, and troubleshoot mechanisms, ensuring optimal operation of our press equipment through precise adjustments and maintenance practices. Your work will directly support projects requiring in-depth technical knowledge of printing processes, including the adjustment of variables such as temperature, pressure, and tension, based on theoretical knowledge and practical experience in the field. Key Responsibilities: Directly support engineering and chemistry professionals in the assessment and optimization of printing press setups for various projects. Utilize theoretical knowledge and practical experience to identify and troubleshoot potential problems, including those related to artwork, material, and machine-based concerns. Conduct detailed analysis of control mechanisms for input variables (e.g., supply, strength, cleanliness of paper, ink, etc.) and printing functions to ensure optimal ink and water balance. Participate in and advise on the maintenance and mechanical troubleshooting of press operating equipment, including precise machined parts. Initiate repairs and participate in scheduled maintenance, applying principles of engineering, chemistry, and continuous improvement methods to practical problems and research. JOB INFORMATION POSITIONS AVAILABLE: 10 JOB TYPE: FULL TIME WAGE: - Entry salary starts at $20.00/hr if housing is provided; - Entry salary starts at $22.00/hr if housing is NOT provided; IS THERE A SHIFT PREMIUM? There are no shift premiums. This job is for night shift work. HOURS PER WEEK: 40+ OVER TIME: average of 3 hours a week WORKWEEK: 12 hour shifts start from 6 pm to 6 am or 8 pm to 8 am. Training however will occur on daylight shifts HOURS PER WEEK: 84 hours in a two week period. One week 36 hours, the other 48 hours of which 8 are paid at the OT rate. OVER TIME: Yes, besides the regular 8 every other week, They can expect another 16 hours every two weeks. WORKWEEK: 12 hour shifts start from 6 pm to 6 am or 8 pm to 8 am. Training however will occur on daylight shifts - In a 14 day period they work 7 days. - One weekend is work every two weeks and one weekend is off every two weeks - This is a night shift position although training and other activities may occur on day shift. CAN THEY WORK EXTRA DAYS?: Yes, 2 or 3 days WILL THEY WORK WEEKENDS?: Yes, there is mandatory work every other weekend and extra work often available the other weekend. We do not pay a premium for working weekends, but of course if it overtime they get OT rate. PAYMENT DAYS: Biweekly on Wednesday PAYMENT TYPE: Check or direct deposit BREAK TIMES: Employees are alloted 3 breaks during their shifts. CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK: Criminal Background Check from México might be required. DRUG TEST : No pre employment test; but, If an employee appears to be under the influence while at work, we reserve to ask him to take a drug test. Full details of our drug policy are contained in our Employee Handbook. ENGLISH LEVEL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to read, write, speak and understand work instruction and communicate with coworkers. DRIVERS LICENSE REQUIRED: He will need to take a vision-screening test and complete Form DL-180R (PDF), "Application for Pennsylvania Non-Commercial Driver's License By Out-of-State Non-CDL Driver." In addition,he will need to show proof of identification and residency and Social Security card. TYPE OF UNIVERSITY DEGREE DESIRED: Associate degree. MUST BE ABLE TO LIFT: 40lbs. JOB INCENTIVES WORKER COMPENSATION INSURANCE?: Yes 401K: Yes HEALTHCARE INSURANCE: Yes. PAID VACATION AND PAID SICK TIME: 40 hours paid vacation every 26 weeks. No paid sick leave. REFERRAL PROGRAM: Yes, please ask your recruiter, to understand the way it operates. TRANSPORTATION PAID FLIGHT TO BUSINESS LOCATION?: Yes, will be deducted from paycheck and reimbursed after 9 months of start date. Pay close attention to your paystubs. PAID FLIGHT HOME: No, this is a permanente position. TRAVEL FOOD EXPENSE COVERED: One time reimbuirsement, must save receipts. MEAL UPON ARRIVAL: Yes GROCERY STIPEND : Yes we will provide a grocery stipend upon arriva TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM WORKSITE: Free for first 6 months, worker must secure own transportation after that period. HOUSING: HOUSING OPTION: Available for 24 months @ $200/month HOUSING TYPE: Shared with other workers INDIVIDUAL OR SHARED ROOMS: Individual room in shared housing. RENT PER PERSON: $200/mo UTILITIES INCLUDED: Yes WiFi: Yes LAUNDRY: Yes, not coin operated STANDARD EXPENSES THE COMPANY WILL BE PAYING/REIMBURSING FOR. A) Employee pays for expenses involved in the process and gets economically involved in the process; B) The employer reimburses this expenses after 9months that the worker has been providing his/her services. Airplane fee to arrive to the place of employment: Yes, will pay upfront. Consular Fee: Yes, employee pays and employer reimburses after 9 months after the start date. Fee is $185 USD at this point; Reciprocity fee: Yes, employee pays and employer reimburses after 9 months after the start date. Fee is $382 USD at this point. Other expenses: Employer will provide up to $300 USD reimbursement for all those other expenses such as hotel, bus, flight, meals, etc., that employee spends during the visa processing with Consulate/CBP. This will also bereimbursed after 9 months of start date, and employee must save and trun in the receipts. NOTE: Reimbursement will only occur if Visa is approved. ____________________________________________________