Lab Technician I ( 3rd Shift - 11:30 pm - 8 am)

NGK • Mooresville, NC

18d • Onsite

About The Position

A. Performs laboratory tests to determine chemical and physical characteristics or composition of materials for purposes such as: quality control, process control or product development.

Requirements

• Must be able to successfully complete all required job training
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• CRC Silver or higher
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to complete various forms and documents and write legibly.
• Ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Intermediate skill level with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Ability to read gauges and scales.

Nice To Haves

• A background in laboratory testing is desired.

Responsibilities

• Operates laboratory equipment and instruments such as: microscopes, dilatometers, chemical balance scales, high temperature furnaces, optical measurement systems, and particle size analyzers.
• Tests materials that are used in Honeyceram manufacturing in order to determine the following: moisture content, WAB, ESP, ISO, BSP, Barcode readability, particle size, sieve residue and other physical characteristics.
• Tests samples of manufactured Honeyceram to verify conformity to customer specifications
• Records test results on various standardized forms and enters data into the company’s information systems
• Cleans laboratory equipment
• Prepares chemical solutions for tests
• Works safely by avoiding forklifts; staying clear of forklift doors; and using personnel doors when entering or exiting the buildings
• Participates in G5S (Global 5S: Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) activities, PM (Preventive Maintenance) and MMOL (Machine Maintenance Operator Leader) activities, as needed
• Follows all EMS (Environmental Management System) procedures, including the disposal of waste and used materials
• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED