Process Control

Buzzi Unicem USA Inc.; Greencastle (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Buzzi Unicem USA Inc. is seeking a laboratory technician to support cement production through testing of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products. The role requires working a 12-hour night shift in a 24/7 lab environment with emphasis on quality control and data recording.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and 2–3 years of laboratory experience, with strong communication and organizational skills. Equal opportunity employer; US work eligibility required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2-3 years of laboratory experience.
• Good communication and language skills.
• Good organization and decision making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Collects samples and performs tests of raw materials, in-process materials and finished products to determine physical state, chemical content or proper blend of product ingredients.
• Performs tests as scheduled; lab operates 24/7 with night shift (12-hour schedule).
• Notifies operators or supervisors based on test results to ensure product conformance and quality.
• Maintains records of test and operation data; prepares materials for analysis.
• Performs testing of cement product for fineness and sulfur content; tests for FCaO in clinker.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Laboratory experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Buzzi Unicem USA is one of the leading cement manufacturing companies in the United States. With over 1,300 valued employees, Buzzi Unicem USA manufactures and distributes its cement products throughout the Midwest, Southwest, Northeast and Southeast regions of the country. Globally, Buzzi Unicem SpA operates in 14 countries and employs almost 10,000 people. We are passionate about sustainably producing our cement products for the benefit of society by providing the foundation for crucial infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, tunnels, airports, dams, and residential and industrial buildings.

Our commitment to positively contributing to society is a core principle for our business, and the reason we focus heavily on sustainable development. As part of our corporate culture, we recognize our role in meeting the current generation’s needs, while preserving environmental quality and protecting the needs of future generations.

Additionally, quality serves as the foundation of the way we do business at Buzzi Unicem USA. We have established at all our production sites, quality targets for our products that meet not only local regulatory standards but also our customer requirements.

Buzzi Unicem USA strives to provide a corporate culture supporting career growth through strong leadership and development planning. We offer a competitive salary, along with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits. Plus, our benefits include flexible spending accounts, supplemental life insurance and other voluntary benefits – such as accident and critical illness. We also provide a 401(k) savings plan, Employee Assistance Program, a tuition reimbursement program, professional development and advancement opportunities.

Join our team, be part of the solution, support evolving innovations, and help us continue providing quality products, all while being supported by strong leadership and a comprehensive and competitive benefits program.

Responsibilities

• Collects samples and performs tests of raw materials, in-process materials and finished products to determine the physical state, chemical content or proper blend of product ingredients and other materials utilized in cement manufacture.
• Performs tests as established and scheduled by supervision, several times during shift as required. The lab operates 24/7; the schedule for this opening is currently 12 hours, working a night shift.
• As tests results indicate, and in accordance with established procedures, notifies operators or supervisors, or takes prescribed action to assure finished product conformance with specifications and to maintain quality of products.
• Prepares and maintains records of test and operation data, as required. Prepares various materials and samples for use, analysis or testing by Physical Testers, or others as instructed.
• Performs testing of cement product for fineness and sulfur content.
• Test for FCaO in clinker.
• Runs chemical analysis of slurry, cement and clinker.
• Understands and uses ASTM Book for Standards for Cement, Lime and Gypsum, FLS automation Troubleshooting Guide, Phillips x-ray Start-up and Shutdown Procedures and Plant Standards for Quality.
• Substitutes for other laboratory personnel during their absence and performs physical testing and chemical analysis tasks when requried by production schedules, vacation and absences. Takes inventory of various materials and ingredients, as required.
• Cleans equipment after each test and the laboratory at end of shift; restores tool, instruments, apparatus and test materials, to proper places.
• Continues self-improvement activities especially in the areas of cement testing.
• Will be trained in first aid and CPR.
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution is required
• 2-3 years of laboratory experience
• Good communication and language skills
• Good organization and decision making abilities

Buzzi Unicem USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please note that candidates must be eligible to work in the United States and that only qualified candidates will be contacted.