Foundry Lab Technician
- $48,000 to $54,000 Yearly
- Vision , Medical , Dental , Life Insurance , Retirement
- Full-Time
Foundry Lab Technician
Position Description:
Manage the primary responsibilities for the Metals Application Laboratory and support the critical activities of the internal R&D team, external sales team, and internal business lines which contribute to the North American (USA, Canada, & Mexico) business unit. A Metals Application Laboratory Technician’s key roles are tactical (100%) in nature. Critical competencies include organizational skills, communication skills, prioritization skills, breadth of product line knowledge, and fundamental foundry operations. Primary activities include melting, pouring, mold-making, cleaning, casting characterization, and administrative reporting.
Ideal role for someone with foundry experience. Experience with working on QC/bench work/laboratory experience is necessary for days when there are no pourings.
- Primary Roles & Responsibilities:
o Participate and manage all Metals Application Laboratory (TSL) resources. Prioritize, schedule, and complete casting production, characterization, and corresponding follow-up reports.
o Ensure work associated with Laboratory Work Requests (LWR) meets objectives and that the resulting deliverables are analyzed and found to be consistent with known product portfolio attributes.
o Complete and submit weekly & monthly reports to business unit managers (R&D, Market Managers, etc.) and the Director of Research & Development summarizing the status of individual projects and resources applied.
o Serve as the key point of contact for all testing related activities, investigative quality activities, and ISO/RC compliance activities. Maintains all MAL equipment, supplies, samples, and inventoried materials (sand, resin, additives, etc.). Maintains records and completes corresponding equipment calibrations and maintenance according to established protocols.
o Ensures that all workspaces are maintained and meet company safety and housekeeping requirements. Acts safely and promotes safety awareness to self and peers.
o Knows, develops, and enhances new test methods and established practices & procedures. Completes analytical studies to ensure that all methods are capable. Conducts time studies to establish internal costing structures.
o Maintain a high level of generalized knowledge regarding business unit’s four primary technology platforms: cold box, no-bake, coatings & additives, and feeding systems & metallurgy.
o Coordinate third party laboratory testing with outside firms.
– Secondary Roles & Responsibilities:
o Complete special assignments to improve laboratory equipment & testing capabilities.
o When appropriate prepare, distribute, and present a limited number of scientific reports and papers for internal communication to the business unit and external communication to the professional community.
o Any other duties as assigned by the Research & Development Manager.
Preferred Education & Experience Levels:
o Bachelor or Technical degree in Engineering, Material Science, Metallurgy, or similar field with 3+ years of laboratory or field experience.
o Degree may be substituted with equivalent work experience in industry or applied field.
o Experience with QC /bench work /laboratory experience is necessary.
Preferred Skills & Know How:
o Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in either a team driven or independent environment.
o Excellent organizational, prioritization, administrative, and time management skills.
o Attention to detail while demonstrating the ability to see the big picture.
o Utilization of Microsoft CRM (or equivalent application) and standard MS Office tools.
o Familiarity with advanced statistical tools (MiniTab®, MatLab®, SAS®, etc.).
o Familiarity with SAP and / or other ERP software platforms.
o Must be able to life 50 pounds.
ASK Chemicals has a production and distribution network in 22 countries and employs around 2,000 people worldwide. With research and development locations in Europe, America, Asia and Africa, we see ourselves as a driving force behind industry-wide innovations. We are a modern employer, valuing flexibility and ensuring short decision-making paths, while at the same time providing special attention to the well-being of our employees.
Our offer:
ASK Chemicals is a growing company with a history of attracting the best people and keeping them. We offer you an industry competitive compensation and an interesting, international work environment where employees feel challenged and valued. As a growing global chemical company, we afford opportunities for development and advancement throughout our organization. If you are looking for a relationship with a company instead of simply a job, ASK Chemicals may be a great fit.
ASK Chemicals is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please submit your resume, cover letter and salary expectations to recruiting@ask-chemicals.com
The ASK Chemicals Group is a leading supplier of solutions to the worldwide foundry industry and a global provider of high-performance phenolic resins for a wide range of industrial applications. ASK Chemicals has a production and distribution network in 22 countries and employs around 2,000 people worldwide. With research and development locations in Europe, America, Asia and Africa, we see ourselves as a driving force behind industry-wide innovations. We are a modern employer, valuing flexibility and ensuring short decision-making paths, while at the same time providing special attention to the well-being of our employees. Our offer: ASK Chemicals is a growing company with a history of attracting the best people and keeping them. We offer you an industry competitive compensation and an interesting, international work environment where employees feel challenged and valued. As a growing global chemical company, we afford opportunities for development and advancement throughout our organization. If you are looking for a relationship with a company instead of simply a job, ASK Chemicals may be a great fit. ASK Chemicals is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please submit your resume, cover letter and salary expectations to recruiting@ask-chemicals.com
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