Melting Lab Technician

U.S. Pipe•Lynchburg, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

U.S. Pipe is seeking a Melting Lab Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing physical testing of iron sample coins communicating pertinent information to Iron Control and/or Supervision in a timely manner.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
minimum of 1-3 years’ experience in manufacturing ductile iron pipe
Knowledge of computers is essential
Excellent mathematical skills and mechanical skills are essential
Must be able self-motivated and able to communicate with other plant employees
Must have working knowledge of chemical names, symbols, molten metal chemistry, and their relationship to the production of ductile iron pipe which is obtained through on-the-job training and work experience
Must have the ability to successfully determine the physical and chemical properties of ductile iron pipe using quantitative and qualitative analyses in physical, organic, or inorganic chemistry methods
The employee must be able to communicate effectively with the casting department, iron control and supervision
The employee will be working in a plant laboratory environment. However, his/her duties will require frequent and sometimes extended trips within the production areas
The employee will be trained in the Iron Control position to give breaks and fill in when necessary. Will be able to perform all functions of the Iron Control Tech position.

Nice To Haves

Basic knowledge of ductile iron pipe product line, etc. is desirable

Responsibilities

Perform physical testing of iron sample coins and communicate pertinent information to Iron Control and/or Supervision in a timely manner.
Responsible for Melting Lab cleanliness and operation/upkeep of Lab Air Filtration System.
Responsible for Daily Maintenance and Cleaning of Spectro and ARL analysis machines. This includes the responsibility of changing out consumable parts during predictive maintenance or corrective maintenance.
Responsible for directly communicating with Casting Supervision when iron additions need to be made and/or to prepare the Casting Department for equipment changes, due to iron abnormalities.
Perform product certifications, standards and drifts associated with the Melting Lab equipment.
Perform required standard checks of all Melting Lab equipment and maintain daily verification records.
Maintain inventory of all Melting Lab supporting equipment, included but not excluded to Argon tank supply, Standard Calibration Blocks, etc.
Responsible for managing Birdie System performance, components and inventory. Responsible for direct communication with Supervision for Birdie System reliability.
Responsible for monitoring the Cupola Charge Recipe and making necessary changes to adhere to chemistry targets.