Melt Lab Technician

VOESTALPINE RAILWAY SYSTEMS NORTRAK LLC•Decatur, IL

4d•$0 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Join Our Team at voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak! Embark on a rewarding career journey with voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak, North America's premier designer and manufacturer of special trackwork. With a legacy spanning 160 years, we lead the industry in shaping the future of rail solutions. As part of the voestalpine Railway Systems global network, we are committed to delivering quality products and services, including rails, turnouts, fastening systems, signaling technologies, and monitoring solutions. Operating with a presence across Canada, the US, and Mexico, we prioritize the well-being of our people, global mobility, and sustainability and innovation. Our people are the foundation of our success. Skilled, motivated, and results-driven individuals shape our culture demonstrating our core values of Respect, Responsibility, Curiosity, Courage, Passion, and Diversity each day. This commitment is more than shared values; it extends to shared responsibilities for safety and quality, showing genuine care for one another's growth and development, a commitment to our customers, and fostering strong relationships within the Nortrak Team and with our customers. We are currently looking for a Melt Lab Technician to join our team in Decatur, Illinois.

Requirements

High School graduate or GED preferred.
Forklift and Crane certification preferred.
Basic mathematical calculation experience in adding and subtracting whole numbers, fractions and decimals.
Proficient in using measuring tools such as rulers and tape measures.
Ability to read and interpret work orders, Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) and Blueprints preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepares and evaluates samples from metal process for compliance to foundry specifications.
Prepare metal samples for Micrographic examination to assess material structure.
Perform spectrometry analysis for chemical composition analysis.
Conduct hardness testing to verify compliance with specifications.
Evaluate micrographic and hardness results against foundry and customer requirements.
Utilize computer software for micrographic analysis and spectrometry reporting.
Safely operate jib and overhead cranes for sample handling.
Maintain accurate records of test results and ensure timely reporting.
Comply with Nortrak’s Environmental, Safety, and Quality Procedures, Practices, and Policies.