Lab Technician

LocationMuscatine, IA
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job

SSAB is one of the largest North American producers of steel plate and coil, serving many industrial markets including energy, construction, agriculture and transportation. SSAB operates five state of the art facilities strategically located in key regions across the U.S.

SSAB has nearly 1,200 highly skilled employees in the U.S. Jobs at SSAB range from machine operators and sales people to advanced engineers and corporate professionals in HR, finance and more. SSAB offers challenging careers and comprehensive benefit program designed to keep employees and their families healthy and secure.


Job purpose:

This position supports the production of SSAB steel by performing tasks to facilitate the preparation and testing of steel samples for verification of conformance to customer specifications. The position follows standard operation procedures and practices safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible. This position requires both working in an operational, hands-on capacity as well as working in a maintenance capacity and administrative duties in the assigned laboratory. The position is required to cross train and learn all work assignments in the laboratory and become competent in each. This position requires working on rotating swing shifts.


Duties and responsibilities:

Learn and follow the standard operating procedures and safe operating practices (JSA/SOP)

Operate testing equipment (tensile, charpy, bend)
Operate machine equipment (CNC machine centers)
Operate sample preparation equipment (vertical, horizontal band saws)
Prepare and analyze all steel samples using lab equipment
Accurately report testing information within a timely manner
Receive test coupons, prepare test specimens, perform required tests
Verify, document and enter data into the forms, tracking system and spreadsheets
Perform routine preventative maintenance on equipment including validation checks
Troubleshooting to assist in returning faulty equipment to operational status
Regular and reliable attendance


Qualifications: Education and Experience:Required Education:

High school diploma or GED equivalent


Preferred Education:

Associates or Bachelors degree with a science major, such as chemistry


Required Experience:

Experience with computers (basic operation and/or troubleshooting)
Detail oriented (accuracy)
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to handle fast pace with low margin for error
Good verbal and written communication skills
Ability to interpret industry specifications (ASTM/EN/API/ABS/CSA)


Preferred Experience:

Previous applied technology experience with CNC machining, cutting and milling equipment

Working conditions:The employee will frequently be required to:

Sit, walk, stand – alternating throughout 12 hour shift
Reach and twist at waist/desk level
Use both hands for handling, grasping, fingering, gripping and feeling textures and temperatures
Lift and move up to 10 pounds
Perform repetitive tasks for extended periods

The employee will occasionally be required to:

Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Reach above shoulder level and below waist level
Balance, stoop, kneel or crouch and climb stairs

The position requires the following vision, talking and hearing capabilities:

Vision at near, mid, and far range
Peripheral vision and depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
Communicating (talking and hearing) in person, on the phone, and/or in group settings

The employee will be required to use the following machines or tools:

Desktop computer
Lab Analytical Equipment
Multimeter
Database

The employee will work in the following conditions:

Indoors
Amid noise
Around equipment in motion
Amid mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards
While wearing safety equipment and/or clothing for protection from hazards

Position Type – Work Hours – Travel Requirements:

Position is a full time, hourly, and is eligible for overtime
Position works rotating 12-hour swing shifts to include days and nights
Onsite presence is required

SSAB BENEFITS – starting at hire!

Excellent Pay with Additional Bonus
Very Affordable Health Insurance
Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical
CVS/Caremark Prescription
Delta Dental
Superior Vision
401(k) with Employer Match
Profit Sharing
10 Paid Holidays
Vacation
Company Paid Life Insurance, STD and LTD
Optional Life, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA); Healthcare and Dependent Care
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program

SSAB's vision is a stronger, lighter and more sustainable world.

SSAB's values form the guiding principles of our company.

They shape our culture and characteristics. They serve as a compass for our actions and behavior, and describe what we stand for. Values guide us daily in making the right choices and doing the right things.


SSAB's values are:

Driven - Together we create value

True - Do what is right
Ahead - Future in mind


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