Laboratory Technician - 1st Shift
About The Position
Perform analyses according to established methods including operation of analytical equipment, calibration checks, calibration adjustment, recording and reporting results, and release of product and parts. Perform a variety of lab preparation, testing, and support activities, including: Sample receiving (identify test requirements and enter specimen into tracking system) Specimen preparation (abrasive cutting, turning, milling, grinding, CNC operation, etc.) Mechanical testing (hardness, tensile, rupture, impact, etc.) Metallographic preparation and evaluation Chemical analysis Maintain quality system compliance (calibration checks, self-audits, etc.) Perform maintenance and troubleshooting on lab equipment. Review industry and customer specifications and help develop, write or update procedures. Rotate hours as needed to support production or department needs. Daily or weekend O.T. may be required.
Requirements
- Strong mechanical, math, and writing ability.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to work and learn independently with minimal supervision.
- Capable of mistake-free work in a fast-paced work environment.
- Computer skills are required (working with Microsoft Windows-based systems, creating spreadsheets for calculations, entering and reviewing data in databases).
- Minimum of high school education in math and science (chemistry, physics, general) is required.
- Demonstrated excellent attendance
Nice To Haves
- Additional technical classes or associates degree an asset.
- Experience operating and maintaining chemical and/or physical testing equipment (microscopes, tensile testing, spectrometers, etc.) is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform analyses according to established methods including operation of analytical equipment, calibration checks, calibration adjustment, recording and reporting results, and release of product and parts.
- Sample receiving (identify test requirements and enter specimen into tracking system)
- Specimen preparation (abrasive cutting, turning, milling, grinding, CNC operation, etc.)
- Mechanical testing (hardness, tensile, rupture, impact, etc.)
- Metallographic preparation and evaluation
- Chemical analysis
- Maintain quality system compliance (calibration checks, self-audits, etc.)
- Perform maintenance and troubleshooting on lab equipment.
- Review industry and customer specifications and help develop, write or update procedures.
- Rotate hours as needed to support production or department needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Primary Metal Manufacturing
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
