Lab Technician - Split Shift
Valence · West Springfield, MA · 1 mo ago
Information Technology$22–$24/hrInternship
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.
- 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
Create test reports to outline the testing procedures and results of internally performed tests.
Clerical Duties
- Create monthly lab orders
- Create test certs
- Create metal specimen certificate of analysis
- Create purchase orders
Review Testing Records / Logs
- Review testing records / logs for accuracy of results
- To ensure results are within shop control and specification limits
Monitor Tank Temperature Recording Program
- 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
- Communicate with shop personnel to inform shop employees of issues with tanks, test specimens, and/or operation of baths
Handle Glassware and Analytical Testing
- Handle glassware used for analytical testing
- Know how to use precision measuring glassware for analytical testing
- Perform proper cleaning procedures to prevent cross contamination issues between testing mediums
Operate Corrosion Resistance / Salt Spray Chamber
- Operate corrosion resistance / salt spray chamber
- Perform any required minor maintenance on chamber (e.g. change filters, unclog exhaust / drain lines, etc.)
Adhere to Safety Procedures
- Adhere to all safety procedures
- 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