Job Opening: Metal Analysis Laboratory Technician

Laboratory Technician 

Remedy Staffing is pleased to work with some of the finest companies in Eastern Iowa.  Our client is a known world-wide for the high-quality metal strip the produce.  They need a technician to support the production department by providing analysis of metal samples from the manufacturing process.

Twelve-hour shift, 7:00 am to 7:00 pm.

Wages commensurate with experience.  

This is not an entry level job.  The client is looking for someone with the required technical training and skills.

Primary Duties:

• Complete mechanical and dimensional testing of metal samples following work instructions and ASTM specifications (tensile strength, Rockwell hardness, grain size, coating thickness, etc.).
• Utilize router, shear, and other small power tools to shape samples to required dimensions.
• Prepare and analyze solid metal samples for chemical composition.
• Enter data accurately and completely to record test results and communicate those results to required parties. Maintain associated databases as needed.
• Perform preventative maintenance and calibration to keep test equipment in good working order.
• Maintain retention sample inventory for required intervals.
• Support Quality and R&D departments with special testing protocols.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education/Skills Requirements:

• Associate Degree in Science-related field, and/or 3 years of laboratory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Manufacturing or metals experience preferred.
• General understanding of PCs and related software experience.
• Sound communication, organizational and analytical skills with the ability to plan work.
• Proper use of testing equipment.
• Familiarity with ASTM methods. 

Schedule:

We are currently hiring for a 12-hour, rotating shift position working 3 days one week, and 4 days the following week.