The Research Technician I operates laboratory equipment prepares raw materials performs experimental procedures records data and executes planned research activities using observation and analytical techniques to determine physical properties at ambient and elevated temperatures.
Job Duties
Preparing raw materials (drying crushing screening etc.
Batching/weighing raw materials and forming samples (mixing pressing casting gunning etc.
Preparing (sawing core drilling etc. samples to prescribed shapes and sizes; Submitting measured and labeled specimens
Testing specimens and recording and reporting data
Maintaining and supporting facility (cleaning shipping/receiving inventory control etc. and performing routine equipment maintenance
Supporting the HarbisonWalker Business System (HBS) including 5S by identifying and implementing opportunities for continuous process improvement as metrics warrant
Qualifications
High School diploma/GED required
Associates degree in chemistry materials science or related field preferred
Requires computer operation skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Requires interpersonal communications skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
Requires organizational skills with accurate and precise attention to detail
Requires problem solving skills
Requires efficient management of time and the ability to meet deadlines
Requires the ability to work in a lab environment and to follow safety protocols
The Research Technician generally requires zero 0 two 2 years of experience in refractory or related research.
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