Essential Functions Statement(s)

•   Perform monthly physical testing including creating and preparing metal specimens for testing

•   Prepare and send monthly samples for chemical analysis to third-party lab

•   Track both physical and analytical tests to ensure they are performed within the required time frame.

•   Perform both analytical and physical tests to include but not limited to, corrosion testing, paint adhesion, powder test, plating adhesion, abrasion resistance, coating weight tests, cleaner weight loss, intragranular attack & end-grain pitting, metal removal tests, hydrogen embrittlement tensile tests, impact tests, hydrogen pick-up, Atomic Absorption elemental analysis, potentiometric titrations, acid-base titrations, gravimetric analysis, UV-Vis Spectrophotometer operation and testing, pH analysis, conductivity, and resistivity testing.

•   Create test reports to outline the testing procedures and results of internally performed tests.

•   Perform clerical duties to file lab orders, test certs, chemical certificates of analysis, metal specimen certificate of analysis, purchase orders, etc.

•   Review testing records / logs for accuracy of results and to ensure results are within shop control and specification limits.

•   Review and monitor tank temperature recording program to ensure solution temperatures of process tanks stay within customer required ranges.

•   Tag out process tanks when needed due to out of range concentrations, temperatures, etc.

•   Perform tank additions to maintain tank operating parameters and tank make ups to rebuild tanks to build new tanks, as necessary

•   Communicate with shop personnel to inform shop employees of issues with tanks, test specimens, and/or operation of baths.

•   Handle glassware used for analytical testing, know how to use precision measuring glassware for analytical testing, and perform proper cleaning procedures to prevent cross contamination issues between testing mediums.

•   Operate corrosion resistance / salt spray chamber and perform any required minor maintenance on chamber (e.g. change filters, unclog exhaust / drain lines, etc.)

•   Perform daily etch rate for any tank lines for which it is necessary

•   Perform all work detailed in shelf-life policies and procedures

•   Adhere to all safety procedures and know how to use all personal protective equipment, first aid kits, eye wash stations, and other safety devices.

Position Qualifications

Competency Statement(s)

Education:

High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): Required

Experience:

2 plus years of experience in Chemical Processing Laboratories, preferred