Details:
- Salary: £15 - 17 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Brownhills Walsall
- Date: 1 week ago
Description:
Lab Technician - Iron Foundry
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Lab Technician to join a reputable and growing manufacturer based in Brownhills. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with foundry experience who is looking for stable hours and the chance to secure a permanent position.
Hours: 11.00 am - 19.00 pm Monday to Thursday 11.30 am - 20.00 pm Friday
* Prepare metal test samples using precision cutting, grinding and polishing techniques for laboratory analysis.
* Carry out microstructural examination and identification of nodular graphite in ferrite and pearlite.
* Prepare, use and safely store a range of chemicals in accordance with COSHH requirements.
* Perform LECO machine analysis to determine carbon and sulphur content in metal samples.
* Conduct spectrographic chemical analysis to evaluate elemental composition and percentage content.
* Record laboratory data on computer systems, perform mathematical calculations, prepare graphs and interpreted Statistical Process Control (SPC) charts, liaise with the Laboratory Manager and senior colleagues.
* Perform tensile testing on pre-engineered specimens to determine yield strength against specified requirements.
* Standardise spectrometers daily and completed weekly full calibration of Hilger Poly Vac and ARL 1 Spark 8820 spectrometers.
* Complete monthly audit-sample analysis and customer-sample analysis to strict deadlines, maintaining quality and efficiency.
* Receive scrap steel deliveries, allocated drivers to the correct bay areas, guided vehicles during tipping, and carry out weekly scrap-steel analysis, reporting any anomalies.
* Communicate professionally with colleagues and customers, provide practical suggestions relating to efficiency, equipment breakdowns and health and safety issues
Please submit an up to date CV for consideration