Corrosion Laboratory Specialist

Stefanini Group•Jackson, MI

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Stefanini Group is hiring a Corrosion Laboratory Specialist in Jackson, MI. This is a 100% onsite position with a schedule of 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The role requires the ability to perform physical testing methods with a high degree of accuracy and proficiency, adhering to good laboratory standard practices. The specialist will be responsible for preparing and planning projects, meeting standard testing specifications, maintaining a clean and organized work area, laboratory equipment validation, monitoring supplies, conducting gage R&R studies, and managing calibration records. This is an entry-level position, and candidates with Master's or PhD degrees will be considered overqualified. A Bachelor's in Science is preferred, with some laboratory experience (either academic or professional) being beneficial. The ability to work independently and good time management skills are also important. Interviews will be conducted onsite and will be a panel interview.

Requirements

Minimum Bachelor's degree in chemistry with 0-3 years of experience or a Bachelor's degree with minimum of 8-16 credits of chemistry.
Exposure in a manufacturing environment with experience in wet chemistry including, but not limited to, colorimetric or potentiometric titration methodology, specific gravity and bulk density, volumetric and gravimetric analysis, pH, conductivity, and salinity.
Awareness of Analytical Instrumentation principles and operation (spectroscopy).
Knowledge of Quality Standards (ISO17025/ ISO14001).
Competent knowledge of Acids & Bases, Natural and petroleum oils and distillates, and solubility of substances.
Basic knowledge of industry standards (ASTM/ISO/MIL).
Awareness of product usage and applications in general terms; Coolants, Cleaners, Phosphates, Surface Treatment, etc.
Excellent skills with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), and Lotus Notes.
Excellent verbal and written skills.
Self-motivated with direction.
Ability to multi-task.
Demonstrate analytical thinking and problem-solving ability.
Demonstrate the consistent use of appropriate personal protective equipment and knowledge of safety procedures.
Some work exp Lab exp - either in college or work.
Work Independently.
Good time management skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelors in Science preferred.

Responsibilities

Completion of all work with a commitment & focus on following all aspects of the guiding principles of Client Responsible Care.
Prepare and maintain all related documentation where necessary.
Maintain laboratory equipment.
Perform required physical testing according to test methods, procedures, and instructions and evaluate testing results.
Conducts preventative maintenance and maintains lab calibration, validation, and verification records/logs.
Maintain a clean/organized laboratory work area.
Cross-train within all aspects of the Physical Testing Laboratory including, but not limited to, equipment and procedures in order to cover other specialists.
Assists the Quality Control Lab with long term testing as needed.
Troubleshoots problems as required.
Communicates with various groups of people to discuss pertinent information of projects as required.
Support improvement programs.
Supports laboratory accreditation activities.
Assists laboratory in method validations (gage R&R) and measurement uncertainty, as needed.
Includes any other additional duties required to help and support the Physical Testing Laboratory.