Technician II – Quality Chemical Lab

Carpenter Technology; Alabama; Híbrido; USD 42.000 - 68.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Descripción de la vacante

Carpenter Technology Corporation seeks a Technician II – Quality Chemical Lab to perform preparation and analysis of steel, alloy, and slag specimens using optical emission spectrometers and related instruments.

The role requires 1–2 years in a lab setting, high school diploma (associate degree preferred), and the ability to work under moderate supervision in a fast-paced facility in Tanner, AL. Strong attention to safety and data accuracy is essential.

Formación

• High school diploma is required.
• One to two years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Mechanical skills for routine maintenance and instrument upkeep.
• Ability to work under moderate supervision in a production-oriented lab.
• Knowledge of chemical lab testing procedures and equipment.
• Experience with LIMS and instrument software.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare test specimens and analyze them using C/S, N/O, and optical emission spectrometers.
• Register test specimens into the electronic laboratory management system.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on test equipment and adjust as needed.
• Inspect test specimens for quality and request replacements when necessary.
• Support special projects while maintaining safe working conditions.

Conocimientos

Lab skills

Mechanical skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Educación

High school diploma

Associate degree in Chemistry or physical science

Herramientas

Optical Emission Spectrometer

C/S combustion instruments

N/O fusion instruments

LIMS system

LECO units

Descripción del empleo

## Technician II – Quality Chemical LabApply: Tanner, AL: Full time: Posted Yesterday: 26912Carpenter Technology Corporation is a leading producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, including titanium alloys, nickel and cobalt-based superalloys, stainless steels, alloy steels and tool steels. Carpenter’s high-performance materials and advanced process solutions are an integral part of critical applications used within the aerospace, transportation, medical and energy markets, among other markets. Building on its history of innovation, Carpenter’s wrought, and powder technology capabilities support a range of next-generation products and manufacturing techniques, including novel magnetic materials and additive manufacturing. Our Tanner, AL location is an integrated mill manufacturing high quality premium and ultra-premium forged bar and billet products from melt to ship.**Technician – Quality Chemical Lab** **PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE TECHNICIAN – QUALITY CHEMICAL LAB*** Based on working knowledge of all machinery within area, performs a diversified range of moderately complex tasks related to the preparation of steel, alloy, and slag specimens and the associated analysis of these specimens by instrumental methods.* Analyses consist of several complex steps, including type correction standards, and are completed under moderate supervision.* Inspect test specimens for acceptable quality criteria, rejecting poor quality test specimens, and requesting replacement samples from internal customers as required.* Prepare test specimens for analysis using various equipment. This equipment includes abrasive saws, disk and belt sanders, horizontal grinder and drill presses.* Perform prescribed routine preventative maintenance checks and corrective maintenance and make adjustments as required on various sample preparation machinery and auxiliary equipment including optical emission spectrometers. This includes sludge removal, dust collection system cleaning, sharpening drill bits and replacement of broken or worn abrasives.* Register new test specimens into the electronic laboratory management system. Properly identify samples and retain or discard these samples according to standard operating procedure.* Accurately perform analysis of furnace and product specimens using C/S combustion instruments, N/O fusion instruments, and Optical Emission Spectrometers. Maintain these instruments according to intervals required by SOP. Review test data and apply appropriate corrections based on certified reference material analyses or other statistical means.* Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned.**REQUIRED FOR THE TECHNICIAN – QUALITY CHEMICAL LAB*** High school diploma is required.* One to two years of relevant laboratory experience.* Mechanical skills for routine maintenance, minor repairs, and the maintenance of the optical emission spectrometers.* Has developed knowledge and skills in a lab type of environment with the ability to apply knowledge and skills to complete day to day activities within the department.* Works with moderate supervision/guidance; accountable for individual results and impact on team.* Ensures a safe workplace.* Demonstrated knowledge of chemical lab testing procedures.* Working knowledge of chemical lab testing procedures, of chemical lab testing equipment to include C/S, N/O and the optical emission spectrometer, and of statistical analysis methodology.* Applicable knowledge for using instrument software and applying type correction to results, and knowledge of LIMS system.* Works with others within own area or department to achieve team goals through expanded knowledge and skills.* Ability to operate a computer workstation and the related hardware and software for the LIMS system, the Leco units and the optical emission spectrometers, operate and maintain chemical lab equipment, organize tasks and follow established priorities for processing samples and make appropriate decisions, work in a production-oriented environment, and work with and without direct supervision.* Strong written and verbal communication skills, customer service skills with the anility prioritize and organize work to meet agreed upon deadlines. Willing to work in a fast paced, ever changing work environment. **PREFERRED FOR THE TECHNICIAN – QUALITY CHEMICAL LAB*** Associate Degree in Chemistry or two years in a physical science curriculum is also preferred. Carpenter Technology Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.