Laboratory Technician

Employbridge; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Remedy is currently seeking a dependable Laboratory Technician in Cedar Rapids to provide technical support for production by analyzing metal samples from the manufacturing process and performing tests according to ASTM specifications. Candidates should have an Associate Degree in a science-related field and/or 3 years of lab experience; manufacturing or metals experience is preferred.

Proficiency with PCs and data entry is required, along with good communication, organization and analytical

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Complete mechanical and dimensional testing of metal samples following work instructions and ASTM specifications.
• Utilize router, shear, and other small power tools to shape samples.
• 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.
• 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.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Skills

PCs & software

Communication & analytical skills

Testing equipment usage

ASTM methods familiarity

Education

Associate Degree in Science-related field

3 years laboratory experience

Job description

Now Hiring: Laboratory Technician in Cedar Rapids

Shift: 6am - 6pm | Rotating Schedule

Pay: $24.00 / hour

Remedy is currently seeking a dependable Laboratory Technician. In this role, you will be responsible for providing technical support for the production departments for a local metal manufacturing company by providing analysis of metal samples from the manufacturing process

Primary Duties:

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

Education/Skills Requirements:

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

Associate Degree in Science-related field, and/or 3 years of laboratory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.