Quality Control Lab Technician

Centrus Energy•Oak Ridge, TN

About The Position

This position is responsible for maintaining quality control processes, testing products, and recording and analyzing results gathered to ensure products meet quality specifications. This position will support quality by performing tests of components according to safety standards, standard operating procedures, and other related standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a science field (Chemistry, Biology, Physics); OR an Associate’s degree in chemical technology, or equivalent, with 1+ years of experience as a quality control laboratory technician; OR a High School diploma with 3+ years of experience as quality control laboratory technician
Knowledge of basic laboratory equipment, analytical testing methods and results reporting
Knowledge of basic calibration techniques and ability to perform calibration of instruments as required
Strong mathematical skills including ability to calculate results such as averages, percentages, and metric conversions
Understand basic statistical techniques sufficient for evaluation of measurement data trends
Experience working in a laboratory, operating scientific equipment, and safely handling chemicals
Ability to write procedures and reports
Strong work ethic, professionalism, attention to detail, and ability to follow written procedures such as SOPs
Ability to work independently and within team environments
Must possess or be able to obtain a DOE Q-level security clearance

Nice To Haves

Expertise with gravimetric analysis and tensile testing
Ability to conduct calibration of laboratory equipment or interface with third party calibration service technicians
Ability to conduct troubleshooting and minor repair of laboratory instruments
Knowledge of internal quality auditing
Experience in a regulated production environment (nuclear / aerospace / medical devices)
Experience in a certified materials testing lab
Experience with composites testing

Responsibilities

Perform accurate analysis following appropriate standard test methods and report data in a timely manner
Operate various analytical instrumentation for chemical and physical testing such as analytical balances, ovens, wet chemistry, and tensile testing
Keep all laboratory instrumentation and equipment calibrated and in working order
Document inspection results in logbooks, worksheets, and information systems
Verify inspection data to determine conformance and compliance to specifications
Interface/communicate with engineers and/or managers to describe inspection results
Document, track, and complete nonconformance reports
Detect erroneous inspection data and troubleshoot instrumentation to correct
Conduct Measurement System Analysis
Maintain clean and organized laboratory work environment
Practice safe working behaviors and adhere to safety policies, guidelines, and procedures
Train new personnel on QC test methods, procedures, and work instructions
Maintain an inventory of laboratory supplies and place orders when supplies are required
Other projects as assigned