Analytical Lab Technican

Duties Include:

• Responsible for testing and documenting the chemical composition and mechanical properties of various alloy samples. 
• Prioritize workload to ensure a timely analysis of all samples.
• Maintain sample identity at all times.
• Conduct both chemical analysis (primarily using XRF and ICP) and mechanical tests (primarily hardness and tensile tests) in accordance with work instructions or in accordance with directions specified by engineering, R & D, or process metallurgy by customer request.
• Verify test results with alloy or customer specifications ensuring the results are correctly determined to be passing or failing and enter test results into the lab database with few errors.
• Correctly maintain all documentation.
• Print Certificates of Analysis for the Shipping Department.
• Perform housekeeping as required to ensure the lab is a clean and safe working environment.
• Cross train with the Administrative Lab Tech and serve as a proficient back-up as needed.
• Assist with special projects as required.

Qualified Candidates will have:

• A.S. degree in a science or engineering field or possess prior experience related to basic analytical lab techniques or metallurgical principles.
• One year of experience in the operation of XRF, ICP, or mechanical testing equipment is desirable.
• Experience in wet chemistry techniques is desirable.
• Position requires working with concentrated acids and other chemicals while ensuring the safety of yourself and co-workers

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