Research Technician III

Calderys Group

Job Location:

West Mifflin, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

HWI has a fantastic opportunity to join our Innovation and Technology Team as a Research Technician III.

Summary

The Research Technician III 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.

Responsibilities

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 analyzing and reporting data
Leading the facility maintenance (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

Requirements

The Research Technician III generally requires four (4) six (6) years of experience in refractory or related research.
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

Physical and Environmental Requirements

Physical Activity: Requires more than 2/3 of time talking and hearing using hands/fingers to handle and/or feel and reaching with hands and arms; 1/3 to 2/3 of time standing walking and sitting; less than 1/3 of time climbing balancing stopping kneeling crouching and/or crawling.
Lifting: Requires lifting up to 55 pounds less than 1/3 of time.
Vision: Requires accurate close distance and peripheral vision and depth perception and the ability to focus.
Environment: Requires less than 1/3 of time in an office setting with limited exposure working in wet or humid conditions or extreme heat working near moving mechanical parts or in high precarious places risk of electrical shock and exposure to fumes or airborne particles toxic or caustic chemicals and/or vibrations.
Noise: Requires exposure to moderate noise.

Required Experience:

DescriptionHWI has a fantastic opportunity to join our Innovation and Technology Team as a Research Technician III.SummaryThe Research Technician III operates laboratory equipment prepares raw materials performs experimental procedures records data and executes planned research activities using obse...

Description

HWI has a fantastic opportunity to join our Innovation and Technology Team as a Research Technician III.

Summary

Responsibilities

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 analyzing and reporting data
Leading the facility maintenance (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

Requirements

The Research Technician III generally requires four (4) six (6) years of experience in refractory or related research.
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

Physical and Environmental Requirements

Physical Activity: Requires more than 2/3 of time talking and hearing using hands/fingers to handle and/or feel and reaching with hands and arms; 1/3 to 2/3 of time standing walking and sitting; less than 1/3 of time climbing balancing stopping kneeling crouching and/or crawling.
Lifting: Requires lifting up to 55 pounds less than 1/3 of time.
Vision: Requires accurate close distance and peripheral vision and depth perception and the ability to focus.
Environment: Requires less than 1/3 of time in an office setting with limited exposure working in wet or humid conditions or extreme heat working near moving mechanical parts or in high precarious places risk of electrical shock and exposure to fumes or airborne particles toxic or caustic chemicals and/or vibrations.
Noise: Requires exposure to moderate noise.

Required Experience:

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Calderys Group

HWI, a member of Calderys HWI is the largest supplier of refractory products and services in the United States. With manufacturing sites and distribution centers across the Americas, as well as the major refractory industry research facility in North America, HWI serves virtually ever ... View more

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