Lab Technician - Split Shift

Valence · West Springfield, MA

  • Internship

About the role

Role

Create monthly lab orders for physical testing Scribe / create metal specimens for testing Track both physical and analytical tests to ensure they are performed within the required time frame.

Key Accountabilities

  • Perform both analytical and physical tests to include but not limited to, corrosion testing, paint adhesion, powder test, plating adhesion, abrasion resistance, coating weight tests, cleaner weight loss, intragranular attack & end-grain pitting, metal removal tests, hydrogen embrittlement tensile tests, impact tests, hydrogen pick-up, Atomic Absorption elemental analysis, potentiometric titrations, acid-base titrations, gravimetric analysis, UV-Vis Spectrophotometer operation and testing, pH analysis, conductivity, and resistivity testing.
  • Create test reports to outline the testing procedures and results of internally performed tests.
  • Perform clerical duties to file lab orders, test certs, chemical certificates of analysis, metal specimen certificate of analysis, purchase orders, etc.
  • Review testing records / logs for accuracy of results and to ensure results are within shop control and specification limits.
  • Review and monitor tank temperature recording program to ensure solution temperatures of process tanks stay within customer required ranges.
  • Tag out process tanks when needed due to out of range concentrations, temperatures, etc.
  • Communicate with shop personnel to inform shop employee's of issues with tanks, test specimens, and/or operation of baths.
  • Handle glassware used for analytical testing, know how to use precision measuring glassware for analytical testing, and perform proper cleaning procedures to prevent cross contamination issues between testing mediums.
  • Operate corrosion resistance / salt spray chamber and perform any required minor maintenance on chamber (e.g. change filters, unclog exhaust / drain lines, etc.)
  • Adhere to all safety procedures and know how to use all personal protective equipment, first aid kits, eye wash stations, and other safety devices.

Company Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Long term Disability
  • 401(K)-3% Match
  • Holiday Pay

Compensation Range

$22.00 to $24.00 hourly

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