Laboratory Technician - 1st Shift

Laboratory Technician - 1st Shift

Waukesha, WI (

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Perform analyses according to established methods including operation of analytical equipment, calibration checks, calibration adjustment, recording and reporting results, and release of product and parts.

• Perform a variety of lab preparation, testing, and support activities, including:

• Sample receiving (identify test requirements and enter specimen into tracking system)

• Specimen preparation (abrasive cutting, turning, milling, grinding, CNC operation, etc.)

• Mechanical testing (hardness, tensile, rupture, impact, etc.)

• Metallographic preparation and evaluation

• Chemical analysis

• Maintain quality system compliance (calibration checks, self-audits, etc.)

• Perform maintenance and troubleshooting on lab equipment.

• Review industry and customer specifications and help develop, write or update procedures.

• Rotate hours as needed to support production or department needs. Daily or weekend O.T. may be required.

Requirements

• Strong mechanical, math, and writing ability.

• Strong communication skills.

• Ability to work and learn independently with minimal supervision.

• Capable of mistake-free work in a fast-paced work environment.

• Computer skills are required (working with Microsoft Windows-based systems, creating spreadsheets for calculations, entering and reviewing data in databases).

• Minimum of high school education in math and science (chemistry, physics, general) is required. Additional technical classes or associates degree an asset.

• Demonstrated excellent attendance

• Experience operating and maintaining chemical and/or physical testing equipment (microscopes, tensile testing, spectrometers, etc.) is preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with DisabilitiesDrug Free Workplace