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Metallurgical Lab Technician - Third Shift

IFA Rotorion
Part-time
On-site
Summerville, South Carolina, United States
Part-time jobs in South Carolina
Job Summary:
This position is responsible for providing support to the daily operations of the Metallurgical Laboratory including sample preparation, performance of analytical tests and preparation of technical reports.
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Essential Functions:
  • Maintain safety standards within the assigned area of responsibility
  • Operation of common machine shop equipment including (but not limited to) horizontal and vertical band saws, milling machines, lathes, grinders and hand tools
  • Preparation of mechanical, chemical and corrosion test specimens
  • Operation of metallurgical equipment including metallurgical abrasive saw, hand grinder, manual polisher and mounting press
  • Perform preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment as necessary
  • Preparation of mounted and polished metallurgical samples
  • Perform acid-etching on metallurgical samples
  • Preparation of corrosion testing brine solutions
  • Perform hardness testing
  • Perform analytical chemical analysis testing
  • Perform corrosion testing including applicable acceptance testing
  • Perform routine tension and compression tests
  • Operation of image analysis system
  • Monitor and adjust corrosion chamber(s) conditions remaining with specified limits
  • Perform weekly hardness verifications
  • Perform weekly pH and salinity meter verifications and / or calibrations
  • Communicate effectively using Outlook
  • Compile and store information electronically per IFA standard operating procedures
  • Preparation of technical reports documenting test results
  • Monitor laboratory 30-day sample storage and dispose of samples as necessary
  • Complies with IATF 16949, ISO 14001 and ISO 17025
  • Complies with organizational policies and procedures
  • Utilize 5S methodology to maintain the laboratory.Β  Performs other duties as assigned
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Education:
  • High School diploma or GEDΒ 
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Experience:
  • 0 – 2 years’ experience in metallurgical testing
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in an automotive manufacturing environment
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Specific Skills:
  • Working knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 14001 and ISO 17025
  • Demonstrated understanding of ISO 17025 requirements including data control, laboratory integrity and continual improvement
  • Familiarity with lean principles including 5S
  • Basic knowledge of machine shop equipment and practices
  • Basic knowledge of handheld gages and equipment (calipers, micrometers, thickness gages, etc.)
  • Basic knowledge of hardness testing methods, equipment and sample preparation
  • Basic knowledge of tensile testing methods, equipment and sample preparation
  • Basic knowledge of metallurgical testing methods, equipment and sample preparation
  • Basic knowledge of corrosion testing methods, equipment and sample preparation
  • Basic knowledge of chemical analysis testing methods, equipment and sample preparation
  • Basic knowledge of laboratory chemicals and reagents
  • Basic knowledge of driveshaft components
  • Basic knowledge of both metric and English units of measure
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
  • Ability to read and write English
  • Ability to read and follow technical test methods and specifications
  • Ability to create accurate technically competent test reports
  • Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization others
  • Ability to work with cross-functional teams
  • Trained and knowledgeable in site safety policies and procedures
  • Ability to plan and organize his or her own work effectively in consultation with others
  • Demonstrated knowledge of computer and software operation including MS Word, Excel, Outlook & Access
  • Understand the consequences of non-conformances to the customer
  • Understand the relevance and importance of their activities and how they contribute to achieving quality objectives (UNIVERSAL per IATF 16949)
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Desired – Education/Skills/Experience:
  • Associates Degree in a technical field
  • Previous metallurgical laboratory experience
  • SAP experience
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Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to walk/move about a 190,000 sq ft manufacturing facility:Β  90% of the time
  • Must be able to stand/walk/move about specific work area:Β  90% of the time
  • Must be able to bend/reach/twist/stoop:Β  70% of the time
  • Must be able to lift 40lbs on a frequent basis:Β  40% of the time
  • Must be able to sit at a work station:Β Β  50% of the timeΒ Β 
  • Must be able to work and operate a computer terminal:Β Β  80% of the time
  • Vision is required to analyze and process work; and to work on computer terminal/machine centers, etc.Β 
  • Hearing is essential for safety reasons; and to communicate with employees, supervisors, managers, vendors, suppliers and customers via conversation, group meetings, and/or phone conferences.Β 
  • Must be able to work any shift as required including overtime as needed
  • Must be able to wear a painting suit and respirator
  • Must be able to work with paints and solvents
  • Must be able to work with laboratoryΒ