Technician

Armstrong World Industries • Lancaster, PA

3d • $48,000 - $51,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Armstrong World Industries is looking for a Technician. This role is responsible for the effective and safe management of the flow of test material sent by plants and AWI customers as well as the testing of ceiling properties. The incumbent will receive and prepare materials, track materials via computer systems, deliver materials to appropriate test locations, and dispose of posttest materials. You will be expected to communicate with customers to ensure quality and accuracy of the testing and disposition of materials. You will have responsibility to perform certain physical testing on material and assist with acoustic test installations. This role is responsible for the effective and safe management of the flow of test material sent by plants and AWI customers as well as the testing of ceiling properties. The incumbent will receive and prepare materials, track materials via computer systems, deliver materials to appropriate test locations, and dispose of posttest materials. You will be expected to communicate with customers to ensure quality and accuracy of the testing and disposition of materials. You will have responsibility to perform certain physical testing on material and assist with acoustic test installations. This role is a combination of material handling, installation, and product testing duties Room to grow and develop your career at Armstrong Opportunity to learn the AWI product line and gain other valuable on-the-job training Work on a beautiful campus Competitive benefits package

Requirements

• Be able to perform safety risk assessment and take proper action so that work is completed in a safe manner for the individual and those he is working with
• Communication skills – written, verbal, and listening
• Have or can learn basic laboratory skills such as using a balance and reading gauges
• Have or can learn basic shop skills
• Work independently
• Strong organizational skills
• Time Management skills
• Self-motivated
• Interpersonal skills for interacting with internal customers
• Possess a passion for learning
• Available to work some weekends
• Have basic computer skills to run TAL programs and Microsoft office
• High school diploma or equivalent

Nice To Haves

• Basic product knowledge of ceilings
• Have or can learn basic laboratory and shop skills
• Strong organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills
• Possess a passion for learning

Responsibilities

• Use of Forklift to move material
• Utilization of the computer to receive and track materials
• Preparation of samples using wood shop tools
• Basic product knowledge of ceilings
• Verification of material descriptions provided by customers
• Label and delivery of samples to test locations
• Proper disposition of materials after testing is completed
• Preparation of samples for recycling
• Communication with customers about material issues
• Communication with plants for recycle program
• Complete training to become fully qualified in limited tests
• Prepare and mark materials for testing
• Install and measure test material
• Generation and auditing of test reports within LIMS system
• Communication with customers
• Move material using Walk Behind Forklift
• Preparation of ceiling samples using wood shop tools
• Preparation and installation of ceiling grid
• Installation of test samples per ASTM test methods

Benefits

• medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, 401k match, long-term disability coverage, vacation and sick time, product discount programs and many more
• Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests.
• A working culture that balances individual achievement with teamwork and collaboration.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees