Manufacturing Technician

PMX Industries; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Vacation

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Short-term disability insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

Dependent life insurance

Job summary

PMX Industries is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to provide technical support for production. You will perform mechanical and dimensional testing on metal samples following ASTM specifications and work instructions, using routers and power tools to shape samples, and prepare analyses of chemical compositions.

Responsibilities include data entry, communicating results, and maintaining databases; plus preventive maintenance and calibration of test equipment.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Science-related field or 3 years of laboratory experience required.
• Manufacturing or metals experience preferred.
• General PC and software understanding.
• Strong communication, organizational and analytical skills.
• Proper use of testing equipment and familiarity with ASTM methods.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and dimensional testing of metal samples per instructions and ASTM specs.
• Operate router, shear, and small power tools to shape samples.
• Prepare and analyze solid metal samples for chemical composition.
• Enter data and report test results to required parties; maintain databases.
• Perform preventative maintenance and calibration on test equipment.
• Maintain retention sample inventory for required intervals.
• Support Quality and R&D with special testing protocols.
• Fulfill other assigned duties.

Skills

Metal testing

Data entry

Equipment operation

ASTM standards familiarity

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Associate Degree in Science-related field

3 years laboratory experience

Tools

PC software

Testing equipment handling

Job description

3 days one week / 4 days the next (12-hr shifts) with every other weekend off.

Purpose:

The Manufacturing Technician will be responsible for providing technical support for the production departments.

Primary Duties:

• 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 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.
• Any 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.

Benefits include:

• 401(k) plan
• Vacation
• Paid holidays
• Insurance:
  • Health
  • Vision
  • Dental
  • Disability:
    • Short Term
    • Long Term
  • Life insurance:
    • Employee
    • Dependent

Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug and background screening.

About the Company:

PMX Industries is the leading supplier of high quality copper and copper alloys in North America.

Since our founding, we have been committed to continually improving our safety and environmental performance through ongoing training and new technology. Safety is a top priority. PMX employees also have an active recycling program of metals, cardboard, plastic, and paper. We believe there are direct links between worker safety, quality systems, environmental performance, and economic success.

Business is conducted in accordance with company policies which are based on respect and accountability. PMX has earned a reputation for integrity and consistently meeting high standards. We support our communities and strive to be good neighbors. We know that business success begins with our employees!

We go far beyond simple compliance with federal and state regulations. We are dedicated to creating value for all that we serve.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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