Job Description
The Industrial Lab Technician performs chemical and metallurgical testing to support aerospace maintenance and repair processes, working with various materials and equipment in a climate-controlled environment, while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform chemical and metallurgical laboratory tests to validate and control shop processes.
- Monitor and maintain laboratory test equipment, including preventative maintenance and adjustments.
- Conduct wet chemistry testing of process solutions, including sample collection, titrations, and record keeping.
- Perform metallurgical preparation, microscopic evaluation, and mechanical testing of metallic specimens and coatings.
- Prepare, label, and manage chemical reagents, solutions, and waste in compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Manage chemical inventory using online database systems.
- Handle and move chemical containers and pallets safely using appropriate equipment.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of laboratory equipment and glassware.
- Machine test coupons using manual lathe machines for repair process evaluations.
- Assist in engineering tasks related to repair processes and provide team communication and support.
Requirements
- Associate degree or higher in Chemistry, Metallurgy, or any other scientific field of study or two years equivalent work experience.
- Knowledge of laboratory safety and previous experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Some prior experience with testing chemicals via laboratory techniques preferred.
- Ability or experience following directions and reading work instructions with associated experience in problem solving and decision making.
- Familiarity with governmental regulations relating to chemical storage and safety.
- Demonstrated previous experience in the use and application of basic math skills, such as decimals and percentages, in a work environment.
- Careful attention to detail and capability of handling multiple tasks.
- Basic knowledge of computers and standard software programs.
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
- Regularly work with chemicals, metals, and associated testing equipment in a laboratory setting.
- Use of safety and personal protective equipment under some conditions, including PPE such as safety glasses, face shields, Tychem suits, respirators, ear plugs, and lab jackets as required.
- Pre-employment testing requirements that may include a vision test.
- Ability to frequently move chemical containers up to 50 lbs and pallets containing 55-gallon drums using equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts, cranes, hoists, carts, or other handling methods.
- Perform chemical analysis including collection of samples, performing titrations, maintaining lab records, and performing math calculations.
- Maintain chemical tanks, including cleaning, preparing new solutions, and performing chemical additions.
- Perform metallurgical prep, microscopic evaluation, and mechanical testing of thermal spray coatings and metallic structures.
- Prepare and label chemical etchants and reagents for various departments.
- Responsible for storage and proper labeling of chemical waste containers following RCRA regulatory standards.
- Manage and maintain chemical inventory via online database system.
- Perform daily maintenance and general housekeeping of lab equipment and glassware.
- Machine reusable test coupons using a manual lathe machine.
- Perform engineering tasks associated with repair processes as assigned.
- Communicate effectively with all employees as a member of the organizational team.
- Assist in the training of personnel as needed.
Benefits & Perks
Fully funded health care program with no premiums for employee and family
Traditional health, vision, and dental coverage
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
401k retirement plan with company match
Continuing education opportunities with tuition reimbursement
Paid time off including vacation and personal days
Multiple shift options with hourly premiums for off-shifts
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