Materials Lab Technician

Company / Location Information

We are one of the world’s leading manufacturers of water heating and water treatment technologies in the world. We are a $3.5 billion company with 140+ years history and we employ more than 12,000 individuals globally who pride themselves on providing the world with innovative water technology. We are committed to Continuous Improvement, not just in our factories or processes, but in our people.

Primary Function

 The incumbent performs testing procedures on various types of equipment. This person also documents testing process and reports results.

Responsibilities

• Support engineers and business unit teams through testing, sample preparation, and analysis of materials for water heater and water treatment applications, including:
  • Applying coatings to components and performing corrosion testing
  • Performing failure analysis on different materials, including coatings, metals, and plastics
  • Performing material life testing under different conditions
• Set up, monitor, and tear down lab equipment for tests and experiments in an efficient and accurate manner.
• Work with engineers and other technicians to develop improved testing and experimental processes and methods.
• Write reports to document testing setup and results, and to update personnel on equipment, laboratory, or project status.
• Inventory, order, store, and distribute material, laboratory supplies, and equipment spare parts.
• Maintain a safe and clean workspace
• Keeping abreast with advances in materials analysis techniques and industry standards
• Support laboratory staff in other labs as needed

Role Specific Responsibilities

Qualifications

• AAS or BS degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Materials Engineering or related field preferred, or 1 year of previous laboratory experience
• An aptitude for and interest in hands-on work of a highly detailed nature
• Demonstrated knowledge of how to use hand tools, power tools, and test equipment used in the area
• Working knowledge of laboratory safety practices
• Conscientious & dependable, with the ability to work on small teams as well as independently.
• Ability to perform routine mathematical calculations and chemical analysis
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient with personal computers and MS Office Products (Word, Excel, etc.)

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with coatings applications and testing
• Experience with failure analysis and metallography
• Experience with corrosion testing
• Experience with mounting and polishing metal samples
• Familiar with microscopy, materials testing equipment, and materials analysis

Education

Years of Experience

We Offer

Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plans which include medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability programs and tuition assistance.